I seem to recall that there may be more of a synergistic interactive process going between manufacturers and the "better" audio mag reviewers.
Yes ... I appreciate and do not ignore the comments about the relationship between the mags and the manufacturers who advertise. So yes, there is a real concern that the reviewers may not be 100% objective and independent.
BUT, I seem to recall that if a serious reviewer detects a serious issue with a product, he will contact the manufacturer and vett the issue out. The outcome is that the manufacturer may correct the problem before the product goes full blown retail, or at least shortly thereafter.
I admit that my comments are based on old recollections of stuff I thought I read some time ago. Perhaps a reviewer who is also an A'gon member and who catches my post will chime in.
Bruce
Yes ... I appreciate and do not ignore the comments about the relationship between the mags and the manufacturers who advertise. So yes, there is a real concern that the reviewers may not be 100% objective and independent.
BUT, I seem to recall that if a serious reviewer detects a serious issue with a product, he will contact the manufacturer and vett the issue out. The outcome is that the manufacturer may correct the problem before the product goes full blown retail, or at least shortly thereafter.
I admit that my comments are based on old recollections of stuff I thought I read some time ago. Perhaps a reviewer who is also an A'gon member and who catches my post will chime in.
Bruce