Some have called it "the ultimate component", your listening room?


In reading, talking, buying and using good audio components the best sounds I have had were also the best rooms for sound quality.  My best room was 16 feet wide by 27 in length with a high ceiling, a fireplace, two large openings and 5 windows.  I believe what also made it work was the attention to and money I spent on window coverings, furniture and placement and dedicated power sources.  I have had good sound in other rooms, but that room seemed to be a good size and attention to things beyond the equipment seemed to be time well spent.  

Have you had settings/rooms that were a high point for sonics?.....hopefully your current room. 


whatjd
The room is just one item on a very long list of things that make for great sound. Don't blow it out of proportion.
@ whatjd, Yes, it is very important. Like jjss49 I designed my room when I built the house with acoustics in mind. I have much more uniform bass to start with. I did make one mistake and that was putting a window too close to the speaker on one side. When  it is time to redo the windows I may pull it out. In the meanwhile room control takes care of it. I put the importance just under the speakers second in line. 
miller...I always look forward to your wisdom and ability to convey it. ...but, perhaps, I am blowing that out of proportion....



There are those who wander randomly and then there are those who measure and listen. Seek a balance of natural diffusion and absorption - many natural furnishings and materials including plants provide that. Try hiding your absorbers behind artwork...
Your listening room can be as different (sonically) as the different performing arts centers of the world.  The ones in Kobenhavn, vs.  the ones in L.A. and NYC are all different.....and, of course, your seat placement and the impact that has..... there are reason's people will pay more to have "the best seat in the house".