How do you know when a stereo sounds good?

I guess I was thrown off by the way that Ted asked the question. I frequently read while I'm sitting in the listening chair, but I am able to read and listen, and I often realize that I am completely unaware of my large speakers. I'm Only aware of the music being recreated in front of me, and I'm absorbed in it.

I suppose that's when I know it "sounds good".

Hatred is a strong word that shouldn't be misused. I would say strong disagreement.

"The puzzle to me was why someone with access to their own mind would ask this question."

Thank You hilde45!!! That has been my point all along! But Ted Denney thinks that I'm obtuse.

Why are you agreeing with him cleeds when he is one of those who is speaking of measurements?  

The last few posts prove my point, and if that makes me an "angry bird, I can live with that.

I guess you know it sounds good when it's fully loaded with expensive Synergistic Research wires and widgets. 

ted_denney,

That definition of obtuse does not address my criticism of your stupid comment.

ted_denney,

"That people who believe stereos that sound good to them, do in fact sound good, are somehow delusional."

That is one of the most stupid things that I have read on these forums. It shows a complete misunderstanding of the way that human perception works.

With this thread, the OP proves that there is indeed such a thing as a stupid question.