I have to say that I don't think any of what David said was either snobbish or hypocritical.

Nor is it of any significance whether one prefers vinyl or CD or streaming or open reel or cassette. It only becomes snobbish when one criticises other for their lack of appreciation of ones own preferences, which , almost be definition are ones own "reference standard".

Nor is it hypocritical to prefer vinyl and playing real instruments whilst using a tool like BiaB. It's a tool, nothing more nor less. And if your own preference is orchestral, then of course you'll have orchestral libraries and they, too, are a tool.

Jazz relative beginner, starting at a much older age than was helpful.
AVL:MXE Linux; Windows 11
BIAB2024 Audiophile, a bunch of other software.
Kawai MP6, Ui24R, Focusrite Saffire Pro40 and Scarletts
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