Clever Little Clock - high-end audio insanity?

Audioari1,you stated that the 'clever little clock' is the 'by far most disturbing audio accessory.....'I think that the 'brilliant pebbles',the Cardas wood blocks(forgot the official name)are no less disturbing,and I am truly mystified as to why anyone with at least a modicum of intelligence would actually buy any of these items.I am also mystified as to how any company that manufactures/sells other 'serious' products could even consider selling such things as the aforementioned 'products'.

Forgive the ignorant question here if a)it has recently been asked/answered on any of the 'audio enthusiast' websites,b)the answer is so obvious that anyone with a modicum of intellect should know the answer congenitally,or c)there is no scientifically measureable answer.I am a longtime music/audio enthusiast,but a recent 'returnee' to the hobby.So here goes,what are the qualifications for status as an 'audiophile' and where does one earn the degree or certificate which signifies the accomplishment?Thanks in advance for the 'serious' answers.All you gagsters,BM!

Albertporter,I have a pair of speakers from many years ago called Realistic,found them in the junk pile on garbage day.They sound just like 10 foot bose.E-mail and I will ship them for a nominal fee.