This thread caught my eye was because of an experience I had talking to a salesman on the phone about ordering an audiophile fuse to upgrade my system. I told him about my system and asked about the difference between one fuse and another that was more expensive. He told me that the more expensive one was for a “reference system.” I just let it go but it bothers me to this day…..what exactly is a “reference system? “ So, if the system you have is not a reference system, then what is.? I think most of you are answering that question, so thanks and may each of us enjoy our reference systems.
What is a "reference" system?
OK, most of us have an audio system, mine even works some of the time. But I see that some members have "reference" systems. This has to be better than the assorted junk that I have piled together. Probably a lot better than your rig as well.
But really, what distinguishes these folks "reference" systems from the pedestrian systems that the rest of us have? There must be something, or they could just save the keyboard time and drop the word when discussing their gear. And I am not referring to reviewers, that is a different story and one to examine more carefully in the future.