Lot's of interesting comments; but, Three_Easy_Payments made me laugh the hardest, so thanks for that!
I bought my first serious audio system in the 1970's; and, I've done a major upgrade every decade since. I suspect my most recent upgrade will also be my last major upgrade. I'm hoping to avoid having to downsize to an integrated amp with bookshelf speakers after I retire.
What gives me hope is my most recent upgrades have been a quantum leap over my prior systems; so, technology is obviously marching forward. What worries me is that can't continue if the generations behind us don't keep the hobby alive.
I bought my first serious audio system in the 1970's; and, I've done a major upgrade every decade since. I suspect my most recent upgrade will also be my last major upgrade. I'm hoping to avoid having to downsize to an integrated amp with bookshelf speakers after I retire.
What gives me hope is my most recent upgrades have been a quantum leap over my prior systems; so, technology is obviously marching forward. What worries me is that can't continue if the generations behind us don't keep the hobby alive.