I think the issue with a digital simulation of an acoustic is simply that an acoustic radiates in a full sphere from its body, interacting with a full surround environment, such that youre also hearing, subconsciously, the interaction of those vibrations with the full area, immediately.
Electronic speakers cant do this 100% generally speaking, especially when its not some really high-end audio installation. (I've been on projects where I was just in awe of what sound engineers can do with spaces) The sound would have to make a reflection or two before it actually hits all the same surfaces?
But most people are listening to music in a comparably humble setup and acoustic environment.
I am not an audio engineer, but this is my thought.
Electronic speakers cant do this 100% generally speaking, especially when its not some really high-end audio installation. (I've been on projects where I was just in awe of what sound engineers can do with spaces) The sound would have to make a reflection or two before it actually hits all the same surfaces?
But most people are listening to music in a comparably humble setup and acoustic environment.
I am not an audio engineer, but this is my thought.