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Nov 26, 2015 | 10:20 PM

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Jpjr2016

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Originally Posted by MSG C5

Zing!

I also enjoy the warm sound of vinyl and the clean, wider sound of CDs vs. compressed MP3 files in my iTunes library. However, I also agree that since we're talking about a Z06 sports car that will generate its own performance-based sound, most of any subtle improvement in sound a CD would provide would be minimal. That's why I think the convenience factor of a 6000+ iTunes library connected through a USB port wins.

Besides, listening to the engine and exhaust is half the fun!

I thought this was inferred, but the critique is the removal of the CD/DVD player. You could always play MP3s, it was never "either/or".

Nov 26, 2015 | 10:35 PM

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What kind of stereo does Ferrari use?

Nov 26, 2015 | 10:41 PM

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Originally Posted by Jpjr2016

This thread is what is so great about message boards.

Overwhelming, borderling condascending, posts recommending an inferior sound medium.

Let's be honest, most of you guys ain't talkin about flac files.

In the 2016 CTS-V, there is an option to install a CD player in the glove box. In time I will look into something similar.

As much as I love quality audio, I am fine with leaving my flac files for my insane home system. I'll do just fine with wav and high quality mp3s from the car.

Nov 26, 2015 | 11:02 PM

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Originally Posted by Jpjr2016

So MP3s are inferior to CDs, but you shouldn't care.

Sounds sort of like, "You'll never need the LT4 on the street, so who cares if you drive a Stingray."

Everybody's right.

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Originally Posted by Jpjr2016

I thought this was inferred, but the critique is the removal of the CD/DVD player. You could always play MP3s, it was never "either/or".

Not really since the OP was inquiring about adding a CD player. To my ears, I just don't think I would be able to tell the difference over the performance sounds of the Z06 although I agree that CDs sound better in general. Sort of like the placebo effect. You could install a CD player and know it sounds better but may never really hear the difference unless road conditions are perfect. Especially if you drive a vert.

Nov 26, 2015 | 11:33 PM

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So MP3s are inferior to CDs, but you shouldn't care.

Hm. That's not quite what I said. You're busily creating a mountain out of a non-existent mole hill here. And for what it's worth, you're more than welcome to add a USB-connected portable CD player if you want. That seems like a waste of storage space in the car, but hey, it's completely up to you.

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Sounds sort of like, "You'll never need the LT4 on the street, so who cares if you drive a Stingray."

No, it's not even remotely like saying that. You can use the power of the LT4 on the street if done carefully and safely. You can't tell the difference between the high-bit-rate MP3s and a CD in the car.

Nov 26, 2015 | 11:52 PM

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Originally Posted by Jpjr2016

I appreciate the mention of a turntable, although the drum brake reference was a little ridiculous. Kidding aside, CD quality is much better than compressed MP3s. There is a reason why a CD player is being offerred in the Cadillac... and it's not because the drivers are less sophisticated. The day that even moderately good quality files are available on a widespread basis will be the point where CD players become drum brakes. We just aren't there yet IMO.

The reason a CD player is offered in a Cadillac is the average buyer is too old for new fangled gadgets like ipoda. Don't confuse sophistication with senility. They are very different, except for those that are senile, but think they are sophisticated.

Nov 27, 2015 | 03:28 AM

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This is very good material!

Corvette drivers are roundly stereotyped as gray hair, post mid-life crisis, and incapable of driving over the speed limit.

Yet I'm here at 36 (thanks to the C7) and defending CD players. Glorious.

Nov 27, 2015 | 03:37 AM

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As much as I love quality audio, I am fine with leaving my flac files for my insane home system. I'll do just fine with wav and high quality mp3s from the car.

Yes, to each their own. My point is that 90% of people can't tell the difference between MP3 and CD, or box wine and Bordeax. For those of us who can, it's unfortunate that highly compressed audio is now the only option for most music.

The only reason I engaged in this discussion was to point out that in this particular case, Chevy is (seemingly correctly) treating its customer base as box wine drinkers. I would have accepted the extra $250 cost and 1.5lbs for a CD/DVD player. That's all. Everybody is right!

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