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Question: What are some of your best pieces of advise to someone new to the hobby?

I have a friend who is interested in putting together a system and am putting together a little guide for him, compiling information I’ve found over the years, plus some of my own personal tips and tricks. However, I am by no means the end-all-be-all of knowledge and want to incorporate information, tips, and tricks from the community - however basic they may seem - into a nice reference resource.

Without specifically naming any pieces of gear or brands (this isn’t a product recommendation question), what are some of the biggest tips, tricks, important pieces of info to keep in mind, caveats, etc. that you would have for someone new?

*side note - hopefully this post can also serve as a nice reference point for people in the future, as well!

mmcgill829

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pinthrift
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Thanks for the question, mmcgill829,

Starting fresh in our hobby, I would first consult with a professional...one experienced in tuning rooms for 2 channel stereo and sound studios.  I recently established contact with James of GIK Acoustics in adding a diffusor/absorber/bass trap to my studio.  Even with much prior tuning, the results are stunningly good.  I would also suggest reading "Good Sound" by Laura Dearborn...seemingly dated, but continues to be some of the clearest, useful basic advice available.  In print, used copies are also available on Amazon.  

Nearly 5 decades into better sound, like some have mentioned here, the loudspeaker / room relationship is the starting point.  Money spent tuning the room for audio is the most cost effective and sensible way to begin.  Once in place, ALL efforts to better your sound will play out.  

More Peace!   (bold print for old eyes)    Pin

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