The seed for the demise of forums like this one, and for ultimate frustration of the participants, is enshrined in the core beliefs of audiophiles.
Everything contributes to the sound of a system
We can hear all these contributions
Every component has it's own distinct sound
We can hear all these distinctions
If it cost more, it's better
Specs don't matter. (unless the more costly item has better specs than a cheaper item, then they do.)
LP sounds better than CD.
The most expensive solution to any problem, is the best solution.
Some brands are no good. (These are usually the best selling brands.)
If I say I can hear it, you must accept that as fact
Wire is sentient
No picking and choosing. In for a penny, in for a pound.
EVERYONE's opinion is equally valid.
and we have not even mentioned tweaks
Cheers
