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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I was bless with perfect ear but never try convince people what I have is good. Some guy have trash can system tune ear and and claim they have all answer. It mental incapacity problem for some guy. That okay no ban them either but ignore button be nice feature. 

I just come up from listen to Maggie's in gym and heavy bench press work. Wife in bedroom listen to music watching needles bounce on MA12000. Only one need safe haven me. Try not form massive government and make me pay higher fee while I'm get busy that just not right.

After I pry myself from my wife arm and sit down with cup of coffee I see some poster here KDL with complex that call inferior to other. This one reason for so many power struggle and dumb rule where people behind 10 year boy wanting be girl in society and reason censor information and ultimate struggle for being in charge of political system and try align people at all cost but that greater issue than forum but it relate when people say some want more freedom and other want to let other not have freedom. I ask my wife about this post and she say maybe I too much man. I like toolbox idea and when I own site I get change like that done. Put post maker in driver seat not have to deal with people they don't want post.

This sense of community bring tear of connected to my eye so I write poem-

 

I am a sheik that like to tweak

i know how put the maple under my table

to cut out the vibration that give me the sensation

that music sound real like I can touch her heel

dancing in the club dancing in my house

you think i meek just remember i the sheik dancing high up in the sky

You think my boys got wings no those call springs

i got the stage and my gear all the rage

Up all night on trapeze with wife taking flight

i not have time to fight.

Listen in Peace.