How did we get to being audiophiles?

[bturk667]

Not a problem. I never really take anything personally on this site!

[Rodzilla]

i think the basic definition of an audiophile would be someone who actually gives a crap about sound and the equipment that produces it..there are many millions of people to whom a stereo or HT setup is just an appliance,like a toaster...you plug it in,you turn it on and if it makes noise then it's fine..if you have an interest in the equipment,in having it set up and working properly,some understanding and/or interest in how it all works,and above all an appreciation of quality sound and a desire to have it ...i think you qualify.

or the shorter version...if you've ever spent more than five minutes thinking about your system as opposed to the music coming out of it..i think you're in,or well on your way

[oakley#36]

If your reading these threads on this forum & taking time to type a reply you might be an audiophile!

[Lexmark3200]

If your reading these threads on this forum & taking time to type a reply you might be an audiophile!

Very good point, Oakley! That is very true!

[oakley#36]

Very good point, Oakley! That is very true!

I love this forum because when I get on it and read I know I'm not alone in this universe! And when my wife and friends tell me that I'm crazy, or " have a serious problem with all this stereo stuff!" I simply reply, " Stereo is a listening mode you silly people, I have No problem!"

[Lexmark3200]

I love this forum because when I get on it and read I know I'm not alone in this universe! And when my wife and friends tell me that I'm crazy, or " have a serious problem with all this stereo stuff!" I simply reply, " Stereo is a listening mode you silly people, I have No problem!"

I think we are all, in here, at heart audiophiles because we share a passion for the gear, music and experience more than the average consumer, how relative this may sound.

Funny reference to stereo mode, though!