We often hear from enthusiasts that analogue vinyl audio sounds better and fuller than that of digital systems. If this is a real difference, why isn’t the digital signal tweaked to mimic the characteristics of a vinyl disc?
• The characteristic vinyl sound is due to the limitations and distortions inherent in the format, including lower dynamic range – a measure of its ability to resolve different noises. There is also rumble from the turntable drive and noise from the stylus hitting imperfections in a disc’s surface. Vinyl is also less good for bass frequencies.
Digital music could be processed to make…
