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use of ChatGPT for HIFI

I have been using this really cool AI tool to evaluate System issues and gear comparisons and I’m blown away by its ability to do this. And it’s freaking free for my needs at this point

I provided details of all the components in my system and it remembers it in its memory and refers to the strengths and weaknesses of my system when choosing new gear to be integrated.  It creates a history of all that’s been discussed and is able to integrate it better than anyone can.  I can easily update it for gear that I’ve left out.

The ability to retrieve really good details about components is astounding. It suggests and provides tailored charts comparing component strengths and weaknesses. Additionally it offers ideas on additional things to consider. 

The depth of what it’s able to do is simply astounding.

What are your experiences in using this groundbreaking tool?

 

emergingsoul
triton20trx
24 posts
 

ChatGPT seems to good for simple sonic identity of components and tubes.  But the more detailed questions I have posed that less I trust it to be right.

i have to remember it is compiling information it’s getting from the internet sources. Do I trust all I read on the internet?  NO!   Are review articles truth or opinion? AI is pulling info from them.

A simple example of inaccurate data as in a question regarding BAT VK-80i integrated amp it said the power tubes were KT88 when in reality they are 6C33C-B.  For me that ruined its credibility.

That’s been my experience take it for what it’s worth, nothing 

triton20trx
24 posts
 

Another thing to consider. FEAR can mean false evidence appearing real.  That’s how I look at AI.

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waytoomuchstuff
1,238 posts
 

ChatGPT can be a lot of fun wriing parodies of familiar songs.  

Here's one I came up with this morning:

I asked ChatGPT:

"Write a parody song based on the theme of "Stairway to Heaven" about an elderly gentlemen who needs to desperately perform a "basic biological function" but discovers the first floor bathroom is out of order and has to "climb the stairway" to get to the second floor restroom."

ChatGPT said:

Sure! Here's a parody of "Stairway to Heaven" (by Led Zeppelin), called "Stairway to the Bathroom". It keeps the original's style—epic and dramatic—but with the comedic urgency of our elderly protagonist trying to find a functioning restroom.

🎵 "Stairway to the Bathroom"
(To the tune of “Stairway to Heaven”)

By Led Zeppeein-a-little

[Verse 1]
There’s a man who is old,
And his bladder’s quite bold,
But the bathroom downstairs is forbidden.
Though the sign says “Out of Use,”
He still rattles the noose,
As he clenches with growing misgivin’.

[Verse 2]
Ooh, and he groans as he turns,
Feeling internal burns,
With a shuffle that’s half-dance, half-pleadin’.
All the doors he passed by,
Offered hope, then denied—
He’s now cursing the plumbing and Eden.

[Chorus]
And he’s climbiiiiing… a stairway… to the bathroom.

[Verse 3]
His knee pops with a crack,
As he grasps at the banister,
Each step is a journey through time.
He's recalling a youth
Where each flush was the proof
Of a bladder that once was sublime.

[Bridge - spoken, whispery tone]
If there’s a bustle in your hedgerow…
That’s just him tryna hold it.
Don't be alarmed now—
It’s just a senior moment…
Yes, there are two stalls you can go to,
But in the end, there's only flushing one…

[Verse 4]
And as he reaches the top,
With his pants nearly dropped,
There’s a glow from the porcelain portal.
Though the light flickers dim,
It’s salvation to him,
Like a temple that's sacred… immortal.

[Final Chorus]
And he's fiiiiinally… arrived now… at the bathroom…
Where he’ll sit down… with triumph… in the stall-room…
Oh yes, he's maaaaade it… to the bathroom…

(He’ll be in there... ‘til next nooooon…)

Let me know if you want a version that’s more singable or you want chords added!

nubiann
25 posts
 

Unfortunately I see more than a few suspicious reviews. The kind that are pretty much playing with generalities like a clairvoyant searching your conversation for nuggets to build their faux understanding of their clients. Some of these are the vague "Barnum statements" of the Audiophile world so they can appear to understand you and to build a map and say pretty much what you want it to say.

oliver_reid
77 posts
 

For fun, I asked Chat GPT:

`Does the choice  of power, interconnect, or speaker cable affect the sound a a high quality audio system?`

Answer:

Yes—but with significant caveats.

1. Power Cables

  • Effect: Minimal to negligible, assuming cables meet standard electrical specifications.

  • Why: Audio gear with well-designed power supplies already reject most line noise. As long as the power cable delivers sufficient voltage and current, there’s little room for improvement.

  • When it might matter: In environments with extreme electrical noise or poor grounding, upgraded cables with better shielding may reduce hum or RF interference. But it’s rare.

2. Interconnect Cables (e.g., RCA, XLR)

  • Effect: Small but can be audible—especially with poorly shielded or excessively long cables.

  • Why: Low-level analog signals are more vulnerable to interference and signal degradation. Balanced XLR cables reduce this risk.

  • What matters:

    • Shielding quality

    • Capacitance (especially with phono-level signals)

    • Connector quality (to avoid contact issues)

  • Placebo vs measurable: In controlled tests, audible differences are often subtle, if present.

3. Speaker Cables

  • Effect: Potentially noticeable, especially over longer runs or with low-impedance speakers.

  • Why:

    • High resistance can cause power loss and tone dulling.

    • Capacitance and inductance matter at high frequencies (but only in extreme cases).

  • What matters:

    • Gauge (thicker wire = lower resistance; 12–14 AWG is ideal for most systems)

    • Length (keep as short as practical)

    • Quality of connections (tight, corrosion-free)

Summary:

Cable Type Audible Impact Conditions Where It Might Matter
Power Cable Low Poor power, high interference
Interconnect Low–Moderate Long runs, high RF/noise environments
Speaker Cable Moderate Long runs, low-impedance loads

Final Thought:

Most audible differences attributed to cables in high-end systems are subtle and often subjective. Spending large sums on "boutique" cables yields diminishing returns—money is often better spent on room treatment, speaker positioning, or component upgrades.

 

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