Darko nailed it. 12 examples of wishful thinking in the hi-fi community


John is on his game with this opinion piece. All 12 points are valid. 

https://darko.audio/2025/06/12-examples-of-wishful-thinking-in-the-hi-fi-community/

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@rpeluso Thanks for letting everyone know. We were all going to spend the day wondering, "I wonder if @rpeluso  cares about this." Phew. Load off my mind.

9. Internet-based audiophile communities are mostly polite and convivial. 

All are valid but this one checks a box for me. I’ve been a mostly active member here& AA for 25 yrs. I used to enjoy it. But for  the last 3 yrs I feel like I have a target on my back. So I just stay away mostly

 

I’ve digitized a lot of vinyl at CD resolution.  Even a few 78’s   The digital versions sound just like the original analog.  THe reverse could never be true.   Hmmmm.

In general, I find Darko site useful in that it addresses good products that actually can benefit many people, not just those few with the deepest pockets who care about what is marketed as "high end".

So much nicer reading people’s thoughts on hifi related topics rather than on  politics.  Much easier to take it or leave it as a convenience.  Anyone can express their opinions to a wide audience these days.  Interesting times.   We will see what happens.