besides the system, maybe the synergy too. Cheaper components can have synergy also and can sound great. That's my excuse for being poor.
whatsbestforum - what's going on
I thought I could reduce my presence here and participate elsewhere so I registered on this site called whatsbestforum. First it looked harmless. I did not read the about section.
I made one comment, a speaker recommendation - did not name or mention anyone - just posted a link to a speaker site and I was immediately banned. The site went into an endless loop, with the you are banned message. I can't log off or view anything, the only way I can view it is if I start another private browser. On top of that, a few hours later, the message changed to "Your IP address has been banned." Like I am some kind of criminal to be kept away with a restraining order and pepper spray.
I wonder if it's an exclusive site or a cult, and if anyone from here is a successful member over there. The about us section is truly disturbing. I am not taking it personally, but it does bother me of course.
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Getting banned from the pathetic forum known as WBF was one of the best things that has happened to me in years. The forum morphed into a soap box for its owners who think they know a ton more about audio and music than they do. To that, there are always the same actors arguing amongst themselves and initiating threads that are nothing more than exercises in total boredom. There are so many better forums to belong to, including this one. |
When I first started my Audiophile journey many years ago, I learned about the Audiogon website. I utilized it daily with much interest in people's ideas. However, I found too many comments from caustic people, comments made without experience with the product, or slamming manufacturers without knowing the full background. I had to have a thread I started removed to give audiophiles a review of a high-end DAC. I was criticized for discussing a $ 50,000 DAC when all I was trying to do was share my viewpoint. About 6 years ago, I discovered WBF, and I am super happy that I did. The WBF forum members have taught me a great deal about audio, and I genuinely respect their opinions. I now have friendships from all around the world. I have even purchased many components without ever hearing them based on recommendations from WBF forum members.
The way you can communicate on WBF is far superior to Audiogon. Audiogon is more focused on selling used equipment. They both serve a purpose.
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@willgolf Just ask one of the owners at WBF for a recommendation as to what he uses for gear isolation...he will be happy to sell you ( at a very high price) a footer that he reps. Your review 6 years ago of the $50K DAC..which is now a boat anchor in today's world. What's that going for price wise now??? WBF serves a purpose all right, to be a soap box for its owners to push gear they are repping ( without always disclosing that fact) and to garner advertising dollars for the owners. Nothing more. |
@daveyf I'm sorry you didn't have a good experience with WBF. I have asked multiple questions on audio components, including ISOLATION FOOTERS, and never once was I solicited to buy from a dealer, manufacturer, or individual representative. To answer your strange question - $65k. It is a great boat anchor, as you call it. I hope you can find a forum that meets your needs. |
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