Speakers: all-time worst

I didn't know how much I loved this site until I read all the glowing comments about Bose. I didn't think there were that many people who hated the company as much as I did. The really sad part is that every time a person comes to my home to service something (Air conditioner, telephone, or whatever) they look at my seven foot tall Soundlabs Ultimates and every person says essentially the same thing "I bet those will really blow the walls out!" (or move furniture, or whatever) and then, I'll bet those will even beat my BOSE! (Really?)

Landes, your sarcasm is exactly what Audiogon wants! (Or at least what I want). Please, keep it up.

Cardinal, are you saying that Bose is "blow" the quality standards of those seeking music? I certainly agree! (Great story, thanks!)

I think this particular group of responses is a fine break in an otherwise pretty serious group of postings. Thank goodness Mr. Bose made so much money selling his product to the general public, otherwise, we would not have nearly so much fun here at Audiogon! After all, "We deserve a break today" and Bose is pretty much McDonalds. (Sorry in advance to you who like Chicken Nuggets!)

Jay@viaccess.net, would you deny your friend a glass of fine French red wine, even though he has enjoyed Thunderbird all his life? Just don't be surprised if he does not respond in a positive way. My audio group once had a budding audiophile that visited for the listening sessions, week after week. We assumed he was finally "getting it." I offered to get him a top of the line phono cartridge at a super deal to replace his antique Pickering (or whatever it was). His response was, "NO, I cannot do that, my records are used to this cartridge." Perhaps his automobile is used to tires with no tread as well?