@rvpiano -- In my case, yes. I know others who are more interested in sonic details. While I can appreciate those, I am much more interested in what the musicians might be trying to communicate, and that doesn’t come through if I’m doing puzzles or reading a book at the same time.
Concentration
I believe to get the best experience with your stereo you have to give your full attention to the music (not the sound.) Reading, doing chores, or writing something (like I’m doing right now) really lessens your enjoyment and can potentially cause you to doubt the quality of your system.
What do you think?