I would have agreed with you 100% a year ago, but now I agree with you 60%. After getting my Accuphase setup including the C-3850, DC-37 and A-70 I can conclude digital sounds so much better. Now, mind you, I was using my Simaudio phonostage with the Accuphase and it sounded disconnected. Trust me, the analog still sounded good, but did not grab me due to the disconnect. So prior to selling the Simaudio I thought I would take out to the living room and connect with the other Sim gear. Than Bam!!!, the synergistic analog sound I so much remember returned. In the end, lesson learned, Simaudio do not play well with others. No, I am not playing vinyl through the premium Ktemas, but I'll take the trade for synergy. Still love the vinyl and always will. Hmmm, wonder how the Accuphase c-37 would sound like with the Ktemas
