Audiophilia: Is it the pursuit of audio excellence or just a desire to tinker.

Dont be afraid to express your opinion  especially when you are right as here in this post ...

Welcome here ...

My very best to you ...

I think it's different for everyone, as everyone is different. One thing I don't think is discussed enough  or often is how the "hobby" or journey can basically just be an addiction for many. An unhealthy one that consumes way too much time, energy, and thought. Money could be added to that list as well depending on the situation. Chasing something that doesn't exist or a feeling that can never be satisfied is not a healthy lifestyle. Researching and obsessing over the next piece to replace the last piece that consumed your mind before purchase. 

I wasn't trying to be a bummer to the thread and certainly my opinion isn't geared toward all "audiophiles". Some of y'all may even be thinking wtf is he babbling about?  My take was something that came to mind when I saw the title of the thread. Reminded me of a time when I came to the conclusion that maybe I invested too much of my time and mental energy into something that isn't a big deal in the grand scheme of life. So just my opinion. 

Some refer to it as Tinkering... I like to think of it as Having Read the Manual or a Book on the subject or Learned it On the Job and employing that knowledge to full effect, some times by Trial and Error...

Thank you @mahgister , I appreciate the kind Welcome. 

Thank you to the tinkerers and testers.

Saves me from having to purchase everything.