"...and I don't take any advertiser money..."

So are we saying we can't trust anyone who gets paid to do their job reviewing audio equipment?  A rather jaded view IMHO.  

That's a forgone conclusion.  We're all adults and know how the world works.  I use reviews to educate myself.  Technical specs for example.  Or to bring into my focus, products I'm just not aware of.  And there are plenty.  Should anyone purchase based on a single review?  The words buyer beware come to mind.  Cheers.