I've been on here for a year or so now and find it mostly informative, even entertaining to read these posts. Generally they go like this: Someone asks for a recommendation on something for X number of dollars. A few posts will actually answer the question, a few will recommend devices in the $200 to $400 range, far below what the person asked, then a few others will say "ah what you are considering is crap, you need to spend 5X to get anything worth listening to".
It's all good. I've learned about brands that I didn't knew existed, and about devices that are a step up and some that are a step below my wallet's comfort zone. But it is good to have that knowledge. And just as important to know what devices and speakers pair well together at any price point.
We all love music and gear in varying amounts. That's what counts.
Thumper’s Mother
I’ve been a member here for years. Increasingly, the discussions are peppered with cutesy comments and criticisms that reek of attention seeking behavior.
Please offer more respect to those around here that are innocent hobbyists. They are here to have fun talking about stereos, not be taken to task. I suspect you do it because this is your only available audience.
These are people. Some are dealing with tragedy, heartache, loss and loneliness. They are trying to forget about troubles and mean people, not engage them.
If you don’t like a post, or agree with a topic, or have a problem with sentence structure or punctuation, and can’t be helpful and respectful, keep your mouth shut and your hands in your pockets. Go start your own perfect discussion or seek out a narcissist forum in which to contribute.
I’ve read enough of this garbage to have earned my say. If more people would stand up, this would evaporate. It exists in real life only where it is tolerated. None of you would walk into a group of healthy men and pop off at the mouth. Some say you would I bet, but I know better. I’ve done it and highly recommend against it.
And don’t give me the ‘can’t stand the heat’ business. Most all of you can be helpful and respectful if you want. Pearls of wisdom don’t justify disrespect.
Let’s love each other and enjoy our hobby. Please?