As always @ghdprentice the voice of reason. Calm. Polite (regardless of deranged individuals dealing with). To the point. Accurate. I want to be like you when I grow up. And I mean it. Not a snarky comment
$50k - $80k Budget…Opinions please.
Long story short, I sold my beloved 2-channel to reduce family debt. In about a year-ish, I’ll be in a position to rebuild with a hefty budget. I loved my Harbeth + Pass Labs combo. My REL sub died before I really got to integrate it, so opinions wanted there as well. I fully understand the diminishing margin of returns when moving into some arenas, but that’s ok, opinions are strongly encouraged.
I listen to a lot of Miles Davis/Coltrane, Radiohead, Tool, Pearl Jam, Brent Cobb. I’ve often preferred “organic” or neutral, not sure how technical that is.
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I don’t think my financial situation is what I put up for discussion, and it’s a little beyond the scope. I’ve worked very, very, very hard and have lived/operated within my means. This really isn’t the forum to discuss why/how I will be in said position. Doing so, I believe, is called boasting. It’s a serious question, with serious sacrifice to be in a position to have such a luxury, again. And if I must settle all of this, and give the entire community context, thought stating “family debt” was going to be ok, forgot some of ya’ll are Boomers and like to get into other folks business. I spent approx 10-12 years building that system. The soon to be ex mandated I sell it. Forward looking, it’s all good, I’ve got another great opportunity to build a better rig! Again, appreciate the insights and commentary. |
OP,
Go for it! I am 70 and retired. I spent 50 years learning, reaching, and investing. Now, I am able to listen to my system for three hours a day. It is my most rewarding asset. Well worth the continual investment and work I have put into it. Actually in order of resale value my house is number one, my audio system is two, and my new 4Runner and Lexus is third in value. When I die, it gets liquidated to support my partner or to charity. |
@ghdprentice +1 Good luck and enjoy the process OP |
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