I think audiophile has a pejorative connotation due to being viewed as snobby. I'm a music fan and a gearhead. I've been that since I had a $100 Sanyo all-in-one system in 1975.
At what price is one considered an Audiophile.
Audiophilia, what is is it?
Is it the love of music or the equipment that presents the music.
Or is it both?
What is the cost of admission?
How much does one have to spend on equipment to be considered an Audiophile, if it is truly the later than the music.
What has membership to this perceived exclusive club cost you?