I almost quit Audiogon because of the "rich" bashing. When in high school I mowed yards and had a paper route. I got my first Dynaco Kit with the proceeds (I/2 of my income went to a college fund) that I soldered together and made speakers. At that time I never dreamed I'd have the system I have today. Many wealthy people you will never see as they live below their means. That's why they are wealthy. They are not "gullible" or have made all their money with bit coin. Most just work hard and smart.
That said I don't think the uber high end products provide the level of performance commensurate with their price.