It would be wise to filter what you read on these forums. Find the industry expert and listen to them.
Surprisingly, written by an industry expert. Hahaha!
I do agree with Steve's first line, filter what you read, on these forums, and from "industry experts". Remember, that industry experts have an agenda, to relieve you of your money.
Most here have no such agenda. You could do even better by filtering what you have to read to zero. No experts, no forums.
Many folks manage to live a life quite content without ever reading an article or forum related to audio equipment. I have never read an article about wine written by a wine connoisseur, as I have no interest.
Just imagine how I can somehow still live a relatively happy life, completely ignorant about the finest French wines.
Would my life be even better if I had a wine addiction? I doubt it.
Feel free to replace the word wine with the beverage of your choice, watches, cars, boats, travel, etc., etc., etc.
The world is full of salesmen, whose job it is to convince you that you are missing out on life unless you buy Product X.
If you do not listen to the salesman, how would you know how much better your life could be??? Hahaha!
Ignorance is bliss!! Seek out addiction, and it will find you.