Almaz Posted August 11 Posted August 11 (edited) Why is it that vinyl sounds better on a rainy day? Is it because our bodies are more relaxed so the music sounds better? Is it because the humidity in the air actually makes a difference to the way the stylus reads and tracks the grooves. I’m sure it could be a myriad of things. Or is it just my mind? Maybe vinyl actually doesn’t sound better on a rainy day? Maybe it sounds worse. What’s your opinion? Edited August 11 by Almaz 1
Demondes Posted August 11 Posted August 11 I will take a guess, cause we probably have given up on going outdoors and therefore in the mood to focus, whether reading or music. 6
BLAH BLAH Posted August 11 Posted August 11 2 hours ago, Almaz said: Why is it that vinyl sounds better on a rainy day? Is it because our bodies are more relaxed so the music sounds better? Is it because the humidity in the air actually makes a difference to the way the stylus reads and tracks the grooves. I’m sure it could be a myriad of things. Or is it just my mind? Maybe vinyl actually doesn’t sound better on a rainy day? Maybe it sounds worse. What’s your opinion? Introspection sometimes requires a little assistance... Get back to us if CD playing sounds better on a rainy day...if it does... I'm going to train the garden hose, with water gushing out, onto the man cave window while I retreat back in there for some serious music listening... 4
rantan Posted August 11 Posted August 11 CDs sound superb in my system on a rainy day. Vinyl in my system sounds superb on a rainy day. if your roof doesn't leak, many things seem much nicer on a rainy day, one of which I won't mention. 1 1
andyr Posted August 11 Posted August 11 (edited) 31 minutes ago, rantan said: CDs sound superb in my system on a rainy day. Vinyl in my system sounds superb on a rainy day. if your roof doesn't leak, many things seem much nicer on a rainy day, one of which I won't mention. Well ... you shouldn't have mentioned "CDs". r!! (Instrumets of the devil!) Edited August 11 by andyr 3
rantan Posted August 11 Posted August 11 7 minutes ago, andyr said: Well ... you shouldn't have mentioned "CDs". r!! (Instrumets of the devil!) Let's keep this thread, format friendly . We already know the OPs stance on this and escalation is but a hair trigger away 1
Godot Posted August 11 Posted August 11 A gentle rain is okay, if it is too heavy it makes too much noise on the metal roof and I have to really crank the volume. Ah, maybe that’s what makes it sound so good?! 3 3
Full Range Posted August 11 Posted August 11 Rain helps one’s body to relax and will also make you sleepy when tired If one’s mind is at rest you are more open to enjoy listening to music that pleases you Humidity does reduce static electricity and that equates to quieter vinyl noise In cities background noise at peak hours can affect one’s listening pleasure so night listening is better 1 3
zenikoy Posted August 11 Posted August 11 2 hours ago, Demondes said: I will take a guess, cause we probably have given up on going outdoors and therefore in the mood to focus, whether reading or music. No guilt about wasting a sunny day outside. That's me at least 1
tubularbells Posted August 11 Posted August 11 (edited) i'd ague its because it gives me an excuse to light a fire (and that truly does make the sound better!) as im doing right now... Edited August 11 by tubularbells 1 5
Godot Posted August 11 Posted August 11 5 minutes ago, tubularbells said: i'd ague its because it gives me an excuse to light a fire (and that truly does make the sound better!) as im doing right now... Yep, 1 3
Almaz Posted August 11 Author Posted August 11 This is a great club, with wonderful people that have years of experience. I must be honest I really enjoy the conversation and contribution you all give to make the forum the great interaction it is. I am honered to be part of such a fantastic group of people. Does the humidity in the air on a rainy day change the sounds waves somehow. 3
andyr Posted August 11 Posted August 11 2 hours ago, Almaz said: Does the humidity in the air on a rainy day change the sounds waves somehow. Weeeelllll ... sort of! The rain brings humidity. The humidity is absorbed by your brain matter. And so your reaction to musical impulses ... is more liquid than on a stinking hot summer's day! 1 1
GregWormald Posted August 11 Posted August 11 3 hours ago, tubularbells said: i'd ague its because it gives me an excuse to light a fire (and that truly does make the sound better!) as im doing right now... No fireplace here, so I just put on a fire screensaver. Seems to work pretty well and no clean-up. 3
Almaz Posted August 11 Author Posted August 11 (edited) This is just my thought based on my brain, no science to backup my claim. Well maybe there is??? As the humidity makes the air thicker, bass sound waves sound more lush and full. Whereas the thick air dials down the top end. Sort of a trade off. Again speculation only involved in this theory. Edited August 11 by Almaz 1
Steever Posted August 12 Posted August 12 12 hours ago, Almaz said: This is just my thought based on my brain, no science to backup my claim. Well maybe there is??? As the humidity makes the air thicker, bass sound waves sound more lush and full. Whereas the thick air dials down the top end. Sort of a trade off. Again speculation only involved in this theory. My Martin Logan ESL's used to do this in the middle of the Queensland wet season (summer). So much so, I ended up going back to cone speakers for consistency. Within reason, I do agree that higher humidity can lend itself to a more fulfilling listening experience. The soft patter of rain is also relaxing which tends to aid our amenity to listening. 2
Wilson71 Posted August 12 Posted August 12 On 11/08/2024 at 11:03 AM, Almaz said: Why is it that vinyl sounds better on a rainy day? For the same reason it sounds better on most days. Your mindset. It's just more heightened on rainy days because you obviously like lazy rainy days indoors. Perception is reality. That's what a lot of anti-vinyl people don't get. 2
Wilson71 Posted August 12 Posted August 12 16 hours ago, Almaz said: This is just my thought based on my brain, no science to backup my claim. Well maybe there is??? As the humidity makes the air thicker, bass sound waves sound more lush and full. Whereas the thick air dials down the top end. Sort of a trade off. Again speculation only involved in this theory. Be careful, next we'll be getting AudioQuest cables with humidity encrusted insulators for $10,000/metre. 4
MattyW Posted August 12 Posted August 12 (edited) 20 hours ago, Wilson71 said: Be careful, next we'll be getting AudioQuest cables with humidity encrusted insulators for $10,000/metre. Where where? My wallet wants to feel lighter! It weighing me down man! Edited August 13 by MattyW 2
MattyW Posted August 13 Posted August 13 (edited) On 11/08/2024 at 5:59 PM, Godot said: Yep, Mmmm, that looks like a very comfortable place to be. Lovely listening space dude. Digging the tube McIntosh in the corner there. Edited August 13 by MattyW 1
Allan Posted August 13 Posted August 13 (edited) absolutely a wood fire helps LP sonics compared to gas or electric heating.. open fires bring more oxygen into a room which enhances moisture molecule size allowing them to move about the room more freely, but of course this only applies if using red gum firewood. Yellow or greybox firewood has the complete opposite effect unless your using cable elevators, these will reverse the grey or yellow box effect iff, and only iff you have just one or an odd number of lights on, and they have to be 60W globes too But the icing on the cake if you want really good sonics on rainy day is, get one of those old dancing ballerina dolls that slip over a toilet roll like Nan use to have, then put that fare smack in the middle of your system rack, it'll disperse the soundstage way more evenly. It absorbs the larger molecules the wood may discharge if its slightly damp Edited August 13 by Allan 3
Moon 600i V2 Posted August 13 Posted August 13 On 11/08/2024 at 2:20 AM, rantan said: CDs sound superb in my system on a rainy day. Vinyl in my system sounds superb on a rainy day. if your roof doesn't leak, many things seem much nicer on a rainy day, one of which I won't mention. Cup of tea? 3
doogie44 Posted August 13 Posted August 13 Is this an appropriate place to insert some out-of-the-box thinking? [Note that there's little solid science to support the hypothesis that rain can make you feel good BUT I like it so much I am going to believe it! (a belief is an emotional attachment to an idea)] Negative Ions https://trueorganicofsweden.com/blogs/blog/the-psychological-power-of-negative-ions-why-rain-oceans-and-waterfalls-make-us-feel-so-good Negative ions are molecules in the air that have an extra electron, giving them a negative charge. They're created in nature, usually around moving water like rain, waterfalls or ocean waves. When water molecules collide during these events, the energy breaks apart oxygen and nitrogen molecules in the air, creating negative ions. Research shows that negative ions can have some powerful effects on your mood and cognition. They help clean the air of pollutants like mold, pollen, and pet dander. Negative ions also increase the flow of oxygen to the brain which can make you feel more alert and energized. The rain actually fills the air with negative ions, tiny charged molecules that can have some powerful effects on your mood and mental wellbeing. The heavier the downpour, the higher the concentration of negative ions. So, music + negative ions = happy days 4 1
cazzesman Posted September 12 Posted September 12 I'd hazard a guess that rain on tin roof hides the sound of the snap, crackle and pop normally associated with the black disk. Hey don't yell at me, I'm just the messenger. Regards Cazzesman 1 2
Tweaky Posted September 17 Posted September 17 There is a very simple answer to why, not just vinyl, but all music tends to sound better on a rainy day. When it rains, Barometric pressure usually goes down to under 1000mb, this in turn lessens the amount of internal ear pressure the body need to produce to equilibrate the two, this is done by the body opening/closing of the ears Eustachian tube. Its also why weather can effect Tinnitus if you suffer it.
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