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Is it possible to have too much/too many filters/tweaks?

Hi All,

So, we all know there are endless tweaks available to enhance our systems and get us that much closer to our audio nirvana. I have personally come across a few that are actual difference makers. But it got me thinking, is it possible that too many tweaks are actually counterproductive to what we are aiming for? For example, my main system (double duty for listening/HT) I have everything (except my 5-channel power amp) plugged into a Furman Elite 20PFi conditioner. In addition, I have a Puron AC plugged into my Furman (this one actually blew me away at how drastically it reduced background noise-legit), I also have a whole house surge protector. I have also installed an iFi Lan iSilencer between my TP-Link Powerline Ethernet Adapter and streamer. In addition, I have an ADD Powr Symphony between my streamer and DAC (another legit difference maker).

Now I just came across the iFi iPurifier 2 and was thinking of pulling the trigger. Then it occurs to me, is it possible to have too many filters/tweaks that it actually taints/diminishes the sound? How far/how much is too much, is there such a thing? Thoughts?

kingbr

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So many tweaks. So little time.

I experimented with various hairstyles over the years, and their effect on sound quality. Shaggy hippy. Marine bootcamp. Full blown college professor (hair pulled back into a tight ponytail). I settled into the "astute businessman" style with hair just long enough to touch the top of the ears. Also found that all hair gels failed miserably.

Now with thinning hair, I’m on to testing ballcaps. Would highly recommend wearing the cap "out of phase" with the bill pointing to the rear.

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