I've done signal and sound-processing courses at the university. I know the Nyquist-Shannon theorem. I know all about samples, and digital sound not been square staircases.

I know and understand how incorrect down-sampling from high frequencies can cause distortion in the form of sub-harmonics in the audioable range.

I know about audible dynamic range and how many decibels of extra range 8-bits are going to give you.

I know all this, but I still have to admit: if there's a hi-res recording (24-bit, >48kHz) available for download/purchase, I'll always go for that instead of the "regular" 16-bit 44.1/48kHz download. I guess escaping your former audiophile self is very, very hard.

Anyone else want to admit their guilty, stupid pleasures? :)