I think there is probably a distinction that can be drawn between someone spending >$200k system and someone spending that same amount on a single component (such as the TT mentioned by the OP).
Still, though, it’s tough to apply logic (financial, time or otherwise) to things you are passionate about (e.g., music, travel, cars, watches, sports, etc)
Case in point, I went to a big box home store on Friday to buy some new lawn equipment. Spent $250 and felt ill afterwards. If someone told me a $250 bag of magic powder improved bass response if sprinkled in each corner of my listening room, I’d buy 4 bags and not even blink.
Queue the responses offering said magic powder...
Still, though, it’s tough to apply logic (financial, time or otherwise) to things you are passionate about (e.g., music, travel, cars, watches, sports, etc)
Case in point, I went to a big box home store on Friday to buy some new lawn equipment. Spent $250 and felt ill afterwards. If someone told me a $250 bag of magic powder improved bass response if sprinkled in each corner of my listening room, I’d buy 4 bags and not even blink.
Queue the responses offering said magic powder...