Many audiophile’s don’t want real advice. He’s not arrogant at all. You only perceive him as arrogant because your ears, and mind, are closed. He’s only stating common sense. And how many actually purchase a new component as a system fix, myself included, rather than treating their room? I bet that number is at least near 90%! Why? Because room treatment’s aren’t sexy, while a shiny new component is. Now, tell me how wrong I am?