Have you reached your end point with this addictive hobby?

I wonder if out there somewhere there’s a support group called Audiophile Anonymous 😂 that addresses Audiophiles constant need for perfection. For my self I would probably benefit from a couple of these group sessions. Putting humor aside there’s some truth to this hobby being addictive and at some point there has to be an end point where you are there and the need to upgrade serves no useful purpose. I can’t say I’m 100% there yet, but something inside me tells me I’m getting close to hitting rock bottom and when I do maybe I’ll see the light, or maybe not 😂!

hiendmmoe03-30-2025 3:22pm

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rcm1203 Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 110 posts 03-31-2025 at 11:35am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete I'm definitely done. As others have stated, I still look at new gear, but every time I listen to my system, I think 'damn, that sounds so good!' The itch is still there, but the need to scratch it doesn't exist anymore, and I can live with that.
dinov Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 849 posts 03-31-2025 at 11:56am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete I’m done as well. I think I have all of the pieces that I’ve wanted and satisfy my current needs. Things are getting too expensive and I’m at the age where downsizing is on the horizon. Im happy with what I have.
yesiam_a_pirate Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 235 posts 03-31-2025 at 12:09pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete I know it's only rock n' roll but I like it. I have no plans to quit the pursuit. It's fun and mind expanding.
audioman58 Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 4,277 posts 03-31-2025 at 12:18pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Yes this year I get my full pension , I am upgrading my days with separates they maybe ending ,my older pass labs went out , and may need to be rebuilt ,i hurt my back , my brother has tons of great gear being a lawyer ,he is offering me Accuphase integrated almost new on a payment plan I may just jump on it or his Gryphon Diablo integrated, either one , .I am considering selling my great LTA preamp , and Hegel amp , just to keep it simple with a very good integrated ,upgrading cables and digital then call it a day.week,month, Year !!
harleyujoe Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 94 posts 03-31-2025 at 12:22pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Yes at 74 I am happy with last purchase of my puzzle of pieces to make my ears enjoy the sounds I listen to...The Raven Audio Reflection and Corvus Speakers after all these years of what I missed listening to solid state...The only changes might be rolling of tubes at times...