It is really inconvenient. To really get the most out of it, you need a system that's completely analog. Digital reproduction of vinyl (and that includes these insane 24-bit 96kHz FLAC rips you see on the internet) isn't especially great and well, it loses a lot of the authenticity. At least, I think so. I have to say though, vinyl is worth buying just for the sleeves alone. A lot of cover art looks really, really good on 12"x12".