Older And Wiser or just Tighter and Deafer?

Oh, I reward myself plenty!  But like my long-suffering better half says, "Does it ever end?".  To which I sheepishly reply, under my breath..."probably not".  I used to think it would end and that I would  eventually arrive at that place called "audio nirvana" where peace and contentment, not to mention audio bliss, would reign.  But I've gradually come to the realization that the pursuit, the journey is a lot of the fun.  That and the fact that the target keeps moving, and well, you know the rest of the story.

I'll check that out.  Thanks!

"Gratuitous link to system to show how serious I am:"

I followed your link.  You seem to be serious! :)

Welcome to team frugal.

 

Thanks!  When can I expect my T-shirt and decoder ring?  :)

We just enjoy listening to it. You should too.

Thank you for wise words  I second that emotion!

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jdmccall, I am 73, and in spite of Tinnitus, and normal hearing loss, I still
enjoy music, and my system.

Yes, tinnitus sucks.  Luckily, mine goes away sometimes, at least for a while.  And I can still listen -through- it.  So far, anyway.

erik_squires:

Do you want the regular, barely readable decoder ring ($5,000) or do you want the high-end, vibration isolated decoder ring ($150,000) ??

Yikes!  Just the tee-shirt, please...XXtra large!  (This "sheltering at home " stuff is tuff on my youthful physique.  :)
And much thanks to sgordon1 and ohlala and others for all the good advice!

inna:

I’d say something is not quite right with you but I cannot know what this might be.

I'd say you're probably right.  And I don't know what it might be, either.  But I've got a few ideas.
jakeman:

I`m 62 and know exactly how you feel. With no audio stores within 50 miles , I wont buy expensive gear without hearing them.

I'm 100 miles south of KC.  That's the closest city that might have a few audio retailers left but I don't think there's much there.  I used to be able to see or hear something to get stoked about.  I miss that.  I think the last speakers I bought after an actual audition were B&W 703's in 2003 or 4.  I've been taking flyers since then.
I'll probably still be playing this game as long as health and finances allow...at least on some level.  Now if I was to go to an audio show, say RMAF or AXPONA.......oh my...the Mrs. better hide the check book and the credit cards.  Probably best I don't go, 

jl35:

make smart used purchases and you won't have to worry as the value
will remain fairly stable for a few years...

Hey, I never claimed to be smart!  If my history is my m.o., I tend to shop for discounted, new entry-level or slightly above.  I keep it years if I like it and it lasts (I've got a pair of Sennheiser HD-580's I bought new in '95.).  And if I don't like it, I want it gone.  (I bought a pair of Klipsch La Scala II's in late '07 and sold them in early '08.)  That said, I'm much less likely to spend, say...$3000 on a pair of speakers today than I was 20 or 30 years ago.  Today, I get queasy above maybe $1000, and it has nothing to do with my ability to pay.  It's...I don't know what it is!  I guess I'm back to the original question!  The scripture in the N.T. about the fellow who planned to tear down his barns to build greater, not knowing that his soul was soon to be required of him, I'm sure that plays into my thinking.  (If that gets me banned, its been a nice visit!)

I am in no hurry to have my hearing professionally checked.  I know they will try to sell me hearing aids.  I think I will know when it is time for that.  Then, I will go to the doctor.
As for new audio puchases, I suppose I'll just do what feels right.  What feels right at 63 with three kids just isn't as much as what felt right at 23 and single.  But like my oldest son is fond of saying, "It's all good".
I'm new to this forum and no, I didn't read the rules.  I suppose discussions of politics and religion are verboten, but I also suppose that merely alluding to faith is still allowed.  Having said that, here's a bible quote I remind myself of from time to time: "But Godliness, with contentment, is great gain." (1 Timothy, 6:6).  I find it healthy to consider that verse when I get upgrade fever, whether it's an amplifier, speakers, a vehicle...whatever. 

One thing is sure though,  if not now, when?  Time's a-wastin'!

bobheinatz:

Enjoy what you enjoy now and try not to have any regrets.

That's good advice.  As in most everything, I guess moderation is the key.

bloom, I suppose I'll eventually give in to hearing aids.  I'm just not there yet.  I guess I'm still living in denial (not the river in Egypt).
newbee, I think we're on the same wavelength.