Comment by bobthepanda

4 days ago

CDs are now actually also joining vinyls in being revived for physical merch purposes. They're no longer needed, but if you want them they are available for purchase.

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rhinoceraptor  3 days ago

I love CDs, and unlike records or tapes they have never really gone up in price, even with inflation. A new CD is still about $15.

  • lb1lf  3 days ago

    This is one of the most absurd facts there is.

    Back in the eighties when CDs were introduced, they were NOK 165 a piece for a new release.

    Last time I dropped by my friendly neighbourhood dealer (of music, that is), the CD rack said CDs were NOK 189.

    165 1985-kroner equals nigh on 500 2025-kroner.

    Incidentally, an LP back then was NOK 89, equivalent to NOK 270 today - whereas an LP today would set me back approx. NOK 399.

    Good thing my employer pays me significantly better than my parents did in the eighties. I can still sustain my music habit.

Contax  3 days ago

Not that it'll happen, or at least I haven't heard of it, but I'd love for MiniDiscs to also make a comeback (not that they ever were that popular), and see new releases in that format. It's my favorite one, a nice blend of CDs and compact cassettes (no worries about scratches thanks to the protective shell, even when you carelessly throw the discs in your pockets).

canpan  4 days ago

After years of digital only I started buying CDs and books again. I am much more selective though. Just buy what I will listen to many times or for artist support.

Bought a total of 3 CDs in two years. Movies are more difficult, as I can't stand watching most the second time. Got some Ghibli classics.