hiss, Like ButterflyEffect, I usually see them at record stores somewhere between $12 and $20. Also, you could probably buy them online for about the same. But to the original point, at this point I expect that I will get the MP3 along with the vinyl when I buy a new record. If it's a rerelease then all bets are off. But especially up and coming artists, they always give the MP3 away with the vinyl. This is great because often I will already own the MP3 and will just give the passcode to a friend that hasn't heard the band yet. It's a fantastic way to spread your music via those that already want to evangelize on your behalf.

I agree with cgod though that digital is the format I would choose if I only had to pick one for the rest of my life. It's extremely practical. Luckily, we don't have to pick just one.

Also, this was my favorite comment from the NJ.com crew:

Not sure if it has been mentioned yet, but Edison's recording of "Mary Had a Little Lamb" was recorded on a foil cylinder, and not a vinyl record. asshat. -Well said Kevin Jones