Is the idea of audiophile listening a dying concept as boomers die off?


I’m a boomer myself and was wondering if any other listeners have knowledge or data on how much of a declining industry high end audio is in general? Or am I mistaken and it’s not dying off at all?

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Showing 1 response by 8th-note

Every piece of evidence I see indicates that the audio industry is flourishing.

  • Sales are setting records.
  • New retail locations are opening.
  • Every time I read Stereophile or TAS I learn of another manufacturer that has entered the US market or is introducing a new line. 
  • Companies like Mofi are releasing a steady stream of new mid priced products. 
  • I've never seen so much used equipment available.
  • The Music Direct catalog is becoming as thick as a phone book with hundreds of moderately priced products. 
  • New audiophile vinyl labels are opening steadily, especially jazz.
  • Audio shows are operating across the country and are drawing record crowds.
  • The A/V Contracting and Home Automation business is booming.
  • I believe that audio forum participation is increasing (correct me I'm wrong about this).

There is no doubt that the ultra high end is on fire but it gets a disproportionate amount of publicity. While everyone rants about six-figure gear the mid priced stuff flies ot the door.