4k disc degrading

[natra]

Hi, I have a quick question does ripping degrade 4K discs in anyway.

[Silent_Strider]

Ripping does not, transcoding (which Handbrake does, because it's a transcoder, not a dedicated ripper) does.

[rollin_eng]

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[mduell]

Ripping does not, transcoding (which Handbrake does, because it's a transcoder, not a dedicated ripper) does.

I disagree, transcoding has no effect on the physical disk.

[Silent_Strider]

I disagree, transcoding has no effect on the physical disk.

You Sir, are correct. My mind thought, the question was about the quality.

[natra]

Thanks guys that puts my mind at ease.

[JohnAStebbins]

To put the conversation in another context; any time you handle a physical disc there is a possibility of damaging it. So to minimize damage due to handling, creating a copy and storing the original disc some place cool, dark, and safe is a good way to preserve it.