Re:Likely outcome (Score 1)

Actually, it would be dumb to buy the digital format if you already own the CD, with which you could make your own MP3 copy "for archiving purposes" of course... ;-) I could see people wanting a physical copy after buying the DRM format though. I practically *never* buy a CD unless I have already heard someone else's copy, downloaded a copy, or seen the band live. Forget the radio, I bought a few too many heavily promoted CDs with 1 good single and the rest crap filler. If I enjoy it, I do buy CDs I have already downloaded, because I enjoy the artwork and liner notes as well. And no, I am not ripping the system, I have an estimated 600 CDs. The artwork is the only thing saving CD sales at all IMHO. Which brings me to my question: What are you buying when you buy a CD anyway? If you are buying the physical disc itself, they have no right to restrict duplication... the end result is not the same product. If however, you are buying the content rights, shouldn't stores be able to replace damaged CDs for the price of media alone? A lot of times you can buy replacement media for computer software for a small fee if you already own a license for it. And the real kicker? I have read a few places that bands only get about $1.00 per CD sale. I really would like to see the statistics on band profit per disc/track for CD vs iTunes or Rhapsody. Who knows, maybe it is less than 10 cents per track download, but if not, I can see why record companies want iTunes gone.