Encouraging people to consider a traditional 2 channel stereo system.
IEMs, headphones, streaming by phone...if someone even listens at all.
How can we as enthusiasts in this hobby get people interested in a more traditional 2 channel stereo setup using speakers and associated gear?
Even cheaper ChiFi sounds pretty good compared to what some of us had when we first started but it doesn't take a fortune to build nice sounding systems that work well and can be enjoyed for many years.
What can we do to support this hobby, its gear manufacturers and promote physical media too although many may prefer streaming?
Essentially, promoting a gateway into the hobby as well as a pathway for growth and upgrading over the long term?
Shared passion within narrow community, mostly dead passion at this level. The world moves on from china and flatware setting for 10 people regularly given to newlyweds and silver tea trolleys adorning posh homes. New Asian podments usually do not have a kitchen, they eat exclusively on the street. Prized possessions no longer prized by next generation. And does it really matter what most listen through? So much really is disposable material. We enjoy for our sakes and ignore the rest. Cheers |
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You list IEMs, headphones and streaming as if they’re not valid ways of listening to, and enjoying music. The forums and media catering to these users have just as much enthusiasm and passion as those here using traditional systems, while generally being more open to others opinions and understanding that we all hear things differently. The kids are alright. |
The “what” is easy - expose them to the higher sonics of a well sorted high-end audio chain. It’s the “how” that’s difficult.
There’s also a very high-end head-fi audio market like in Headfonics or Headfonia |
