The meaning of analog
by Paul McGowan
"That sounds so…analog." What does that actually mean? And what are we saying when we suggest something sounds "digital".
I wonder if our terminology isn't out of date. We offer praise when a digital reproduction sounds analog yet we know analog has limitations that digital does not.
I would never suggest that while listening to a live performance that it sounds either analog or digital. I might say it sounds natural, perhaps full and rich, but analog or digital? Never.
I wonder why then we cling to these antiquated terms. And I am not pointing the finger at anyone but me. I am a big offender and want to work on my language at every opportunity.
Perhaps when I slip up you all can help remind me.
There's no such thing as the sound of analog and digital. They are antiquated terms and I can do better.
Paul McGowan
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