Seriously asking… Let’s say there’s just a normal CD release. Qobuz/Deezer, whatever… 16/44.1.

BUT, it isn’t possible to get it because of GEO restrictions or it’s just not available, period. What would you take in place of the perfect FLAC 16/44.1?

iTunes Lossy?

Qobuz 24/48 FLAC?

I have religiously avoided all upsampled stuff… but I cringe at the thought of having a lossy file mixed in with the FLACs!

I think I’ll keep both iTunes and the 24/48 for now… but wanted to hear what you guys do when you just have to do it. Thanks!