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Audiophile Addiction

I met a man on Audiogon who had a fairly high-end system and he was selling the whole thing off. I asked him why, which is the purpose of this posting, is that he was constantly trying to find the perfect sound from his audio system and came to the conclusion it does not exist. Additionally, he said most often all of his hours of listening were alone, taking many hours of quality time from his family. In addition, he said he was listening to his equipment vs. the music. He is now very happy listening to background music with his family from his AV system. I don't know, I just wanted to share this story as I myself fall into this trap (made me think).
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kijanki
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"rest of the rooms, including the kitchen, and I play music CONSTANTLY"

My family complains a little at night.
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Why music or audio and not both. What is wrong in having two hobbies?

Many posts suggest to not worry about sound and just listen to music. It was even mentioned that talented musicians systems are boom boxes while they "could not be happier". I like it and hope that it will convince more people to sell cheap.
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"why would anyone choose to spend more time with his family than with a high-end system?"

I was going to ask the same question.
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"a table radio is sufficient"

To be able to hear 50% of orchestra's instruments ain't bad. No distracting details - also a benefit.
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"A system that works--and works together--doesn't leave you feeling that you have "work" to do."

True, unless you have Gear Acquire Syndrome (GAS) or Gardener Syndrome (constant need to trim or re-pot)
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"Everytime you have this urge to buy new tweaks, accessories or equipment, just give that amount of money to your wife, children or donate to charity!"

Hahahahahahahahahhahahahahahah................
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Cdc - absolutely agree with all your points except being upset not finding Holly Grail. Pleasure is in the chase itself IMHO.

One point you made about quality of recordings is very valid. People often talk about great playback of some older recordings that I find absolutely horrible and only low resolution of the system or complete lack of hearing can explain this.
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