How much gear do you own?


Do you have multiples of amps, preamps, speakers, cables, etc?

I do, and am starting to realize it's leaning hard toward a sickness rather than a passionate hobby.  Either that, or I'm getting up in age and tired of all the "stuff" I've acquired taking up so much space.

I went through a phase about ten years ago where I got tired of stereo gear and dumped most of it.  I really regretted it after a few years and acquired most (and then much more) back.

But this time it feels different somehow.  And I really think it has to do with my age...pushing 60.

Others go through this?

Thoughts?

audiodwebe

Showing 1 response by hoosierinohio

I currently have 5 systems that I listen to regularly.  Each has its own character, sound stage and good/bad.  Some are better for classical, some are better for jazz, and others just rock.  My issue is I have not been able to find the "perfect" system for every type of music. 

Also, there is a size and portability problem.  Upstairs I have my "smaller" systems to make the spouse happy.  In the basement, I get to spread out and have my 2 "big" systems down there for when I want to have a long listening session with a wee dram of pour.  I'd hate to have to move systems every time I wanted to move to a different area of my house. 

I had 6 systems, gave 2 away to family, and just picked up another yesterday.  My other issue is that when I give away or sell something I miss "that sound".  For example, I gave my son a pair of JBL 4312's.  Missed the "JBL sound" and picked up a pair of JBL 4311's yesterday.  Had a pair of Linn Kan's, sold and missed the sound for vocals, bought another pair.