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Why aren't Rush fans more audiophile-natured?

As a member of more than a few Rush boards, and as a long term audiophile, I'm amazed that more Rush fans aren't dedicated audiophiles. Most seem content with the standard Pioneer/Kenwood/Crutchfield type of stuff and while there's nothing wrong with that, the band's music really comes alive in a good two channel set-up. Most times when I list my components, the vast majority of the board either has no idea or doesn't care.

This is true of the greater population in general, but any thoughts on why fans of one of the most musical rock bands ever would seem detached from hi-fidelity? I have some theories, but I want to hear from the audiophile community.
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yyzsantabarbara
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Rush has released their catalog on Hi-res download and it sounds great. Especially, the previously catastrophically bad Vapor Trails. The hi-res version of VT is fantastic. I always had a strong suspicion that album had very good tunes on it. I threw out my original disk after about 5 listens 10+ years ago.

The new disk, A Clockwork Angels, in my opinion a top 5 RUSH album.

I always take some RUSH when I demo speakers. I recently listened to Tom Sawyer and YYZ on hi-res with KEF Blade speakers and that is now my next speakers to get.
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