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Adding a “safe haven” forum for discussion of tweaks?

I think we can all agree that threads about tweaks like fuses, stones, mats, power conditioners etc. stir up all kinds of controversy, conflict and ill will.

 

Short of banning discussion of these controversial topics, is there another solution to this problem?

 

I got this idea from teo_audio’s comments about a solution implemented at Canuck audio on another thread:

 

“Canuck audio tames it by having a cable and tweak area for threads. Where any counter to the idea that such things are functional (in attempt or in analysis), is not tolerated.

 

Meaning.. threads where people discuss tweaks, or mods or cables and so on, if a naysayer posts there, and interrupts the discussion, in any way, they get their posts deleted. And...if the given naysayer can’t hold their tongue, after said deletion-ish warnings..... they will, rapidly, via any repeats in behavior, find themselves banned from the forum. They have to grow up, or get lost.”

 

You may not like parts of his description, but I think the idea has real merit.

 

I propose a new “safe haven” sub-forum, with some special rules, for the discussion of tweaks. These rules would ONLY apply to this specific sub-forum, the current rules would continue as they are in all other areas.

 

The special rules would be along these lines:

 

Posts that categorically deny the possibility of tweaks having any effect or value are not allowed.

 

Posts proclaiming tweaks to be “scams” “cons” etc. are not allowed.

 

Posts that directly state, or imply, that another poster is lying, are not allowed.

 

Posts that make absolute negative statements like “Science proves it can’t work.” are not allowed.

 

Posts demanding measurements, controlled listening tests etc. are not allowed.

 

Posts that express skepticism (without making absolute negative statements), ask tough questions, or request more information are welcome.

 

Of course, some who hold the above opinions may object, but they would still be able to express those opinions in all other parts of the forum, just like they always have.

 

What do you think?

tommylion

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toolbox149
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I’ve said this before, but I’ll throw my suggestion out one more time. I think these issues could be helped if the OP had the power to delete a single post, or all of the posts in a thread by someone. Just a couple of buttons that let each OP decide what kind of discussion he/she wants to have. The buttons would only be good for that particular topic - not a universal "Ignore" button.
If the OP wants a no holds barred discussion, let em’ in. If a more focused discussion is sought, let the OP have the power to trim posts that are counter-productive. If you don’t like the way a particular OP manages his/her discussion you can easily skip the OP’s topics altogether.

Personally, While I’m not too fond of naysayers or shills, what really turns me off are posters who derail the entire topic with back and forth insults. More often than not these derails have nothing to do with music. They just end up with the usual, "Your an idiot/You suck", drivel. Meanwhile, the poor OP never gets good input involving the original post.

So I would vote for giving the OP the power to control the direction of the discussion. Just two buttons:

1). Delete this post

2). Delete all posts by this person

 

Thanks,

Tim

toolbox149
263 posts
 

tsushima

@toolbox149

Really? Get A Grip 🤨

 

Great, There ya’ go. If you don’t like the way I handle the direction of my threads. If you think I cut too many posts, or leave too many counter-productive posts in; "you have the freedom of choice to not join. "

"Exactly So!"

Or

If I think someone is posting too many unproductive comments I can cut a few and keep my topic on track and productive.

Thanks for the help.

Tim

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