Holographic imaging

I agree with Detlof but I'd like to add that once ones equipment and the recorded music and room is capable of the holographic image, speaker placement is paramount.

I have an absolutely beautiful 3-d sonic hologram image with my electrostics. When my housekeeper just nudges them ever so slightly (i'm talking 1/4 inch...), that image is grossly effected.

Achieving a 3-d hologram is (to me) the very goal of this hobby. It isn't an artifact...It's success. It's symetry of gear and room and a great recording. When I have Ray Brown playing that double bass in true 3-d hanging between my speakers, being able to walk around him, that's a GOOD thing.

Guys,

This had started out as a pretty interesting discussion on, what was it, Holographic Imaging. I thought it was pretty interesting until it turned into a sort of flame for all. I keep away from the other forums due to all the attacking, flaming, etc. I had always thought audiogon was above that.