Good read: why comparing specifications is pointless


 

“ … Bitrates, sampling rates, bit sizes, wattages, amplifier classes…. as an audio enthusiast, there are countless specifications to compare. But it is – virtually – all meaningless. Why? Because the specifications that matter are not reported ánd because every manufacturer measures differently. let’s explain that...”

 

 

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Showing 4 responses by jerrybj

Why would you even bother coming here Amir?

Anything you say bears no weight in any way to my audio choices. We are at polar opposites of how to choose equipment.

You have your loyal followers on ASR. I don’t go on there and criticise your beliefs. If I joined up and said what I believe, I would be booted out. Go back to where people appreciate what you say, and reinforce what you believe to be true. Hopefully a few others here follow you.

I’ve only been in this audio game for 46 years, Amir.

What annoys most are two things:

1. Absolutes, with no tolerance for possibilities. Things are this way, the earth is flat etc.

2. Those who emphatically believe my experience is invalid, and our sanity is questionable at best.

Whatever happened to robust, reasoned discussion? If at an impasse. Agreeing to disagree. Respect even if in opposite camps?

If I state my beliefs on a range of topics on your ASR, I would be derided and ridiculed.

Best we stay in our own lanes…

Well Amir, I hadn't expected your arrogance. Your assumptions are unpalatable.

I consider you a fool and us at opposite ends of the audio spectrum. 

Your blather has no effect, and I ignore your opinions forthwith, measured or not.

 

Btw, my system has never sounded better!

Wow. He has no idea as to my thinking, my beliefs. Nor my system. He demands to be believed. His way is the truth, the only way.

Well, there are other paths. That provide immense pleasure, way beyond the measurement discipline.