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What brand is most recognized by non-audiophiles?

Yesterday at church the pastor used audiophiles in an example and mentioned that he probably shouldn't use the example without knowing the current best equipment. When he asked the congregation there were several quick responses that said Bose. I shook my head.

What audiophiles brands would be most recognizable to the masses these days? I think of Krell when I think of an audiophile brand, but don't know how many blank looks I would get out of non-audiophiles. Maybe B&W?
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The unwashed masses have the tastes of the Philistines when it comes to audio and rely on advertisements to show them the way.

That was kind of in jest but the advertisement part I truly mean. Aside from home audio adverts, the other one that comes to mind are the audio components that come with luxury cars so Bose, B&O, B&W and Levinson come to mind since they are highly touted as the best you can get for your car.

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Nonoise
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