The attraction of Stereo components and physical media in 2026

I am of an age that I remember well the cool stereo systems we had in the 1980's, 1990's and early 2000s.Especially I love stereo system components - Amplifier, Radio, Graphic equaliser, tape deck, DAT recorder, CD player, SACD players, Minidisc deck, LaserDisc and DVD's.I drooled over such systems when looking around Sony Central shop here in Adelaide (now sadly gone) - dreaming of the day I could save the money to afford to get them - especially the ES (Elevated Standard) series of components - the best of the best for non-professional home Sony gear.Now in 2026, a lot of this equipment is now finally relatively affordable!Sony was a big focus for me at the time - I loved their equipment style and quality was "good enough" for me. I didn't have the money to buy Nakamichi, Sansui and other extremely high end equipment. I also didn't get the point of spending that kind of money - I am not a full-on audiophile, but I love a good sounding stereo system component! I love good quality…