what is more popular silver or black face plates

It seemed back in the 80's & 90's most high end components were black. Although some components today still offer black finishes it seems silver is now more popular. What are your thoughts & color preference?

sagger02-04-2025 7:21pm

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fastfreight Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 866 posts 02-05-2025 at 06:28pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete I like the look of black so much I wrapped my silver Tambaqui DAC in black vinyl!
slaw Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 22,365 posts 02-05-2025 at 06:38pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Silver shows less dust .... 🧹
dekay Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 5,689 posts 02-05-2025 at 06:59pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete https://quad-hifi.co.uk/cdn/shop/files/Quad-33-Front.jpg?v=1735011373 DeKay
sagger OP Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 120 posts 02-05-2025 at 09:39pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Please note:this is purely an aesthetic question as I'm sure most audiophiles would not buy a component based on looks alone. I'm just curious what most of you prefer. So far it seems black.
hickamore Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 706 posts 02-05-2025 at 09:50pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Wonder whether those who prefer black boxes that "disappear" are the same ones who hide all the kitchen appliances lest someone suspect -- horrors! -- that actual cooking might be done there.

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