I know you wont like this thread so dont reply

[GMichael]

....Whats up with all the people asking a question, and already saying that we wont like it!!?

I don't like this thread so I'm not going to reply.

People will be people. Humans are very strange creatures with many faults that defy explanation. That's why I'm glad not to be a member.

Some people don't want to hear from people who disagree with them. Others feel that they are avoiding a fight but excluding the "others."

Oh no! I replied! What's up with that?

[paul_pci]

I guess our reputation precedes us!

[Florian]

Thanks for sharing your opinions. I think that i am a straight forward person and speak my mind freely. You are all agreeing partly with the one problem i adressed here many times. The "audioreview standard package" is Paradigm, B&W, Axiom etc... and as soon as one person goes against the mass recomendation they get called an arrogant jerk.

I would much rather get an opinion from a person who has a strong believe then a typical standard reply which is often made by those members who enjoy a celebrity style online life.

-Flo

[GMichael]

Thanks for sharing your opinions. I think that i am a straight forward person and speak my mind freely. You are all agreeing partly with the one problem i adressed here many times. The "audioreview standard package" is Paradigm, B&W, Axiom etc... and as soon as one person goes against the mass recomendation they get called an arrogant jerk.

I would much rather get an opinion from a person who has a strong believe then a typical standard reply which is often made by those members who enjoy a celebrity style online life.

-Flo

So how did I do? I've never listened to any Paradigm, B&W, or Axioms. But I would like to. And the B&W DVD they sent me was way cool. It even sounded great on my lil' Infinity's.

I have one strong belief. That is that no hobby is worth loosing sleep over. That I'd rather joke around and be called a fool than to get upset about everything and feel like a fool for not enjoying myself.

I know that we have different priorities as far as sound equipment. But we have fun anyhow. Hope we can keep swapping jokes.

[Florian]

I know that we have different priorities as far as sound equipment. But we have fun anyhow. Hope we can keep swapping jokes.

Priorities and personal taste are all fine, and will not keep us from joking around ;-) As long as the facts remain facts and the faults are not drawn into pretty little pictures which serves as a baby cradle for those with no own way.

-Flo

[GMichael]

Priorities and personal taste are all fine, and will not keep us from joking around ;-) As long as the facts remain facts and the faults are not drawn into pretty little pictures which serves as a baby cradle for those with no own way.

-Flo

Not sure I follow this. But I'll try not to draw anymore pictures.

[shokhead]

Thanks for sharing your opinions. I think that i am a straight forward person and speak my mind freely. You are all agreeing partly with the one problem i adressed here many times. The "audioreview standard package" is Paradigm, B&W, Axiom etc... and as soon as one person goes against the mass recomendation they get called an arrogant jerk.

I would much rather get an opinion from a person who has a strong believe then a typical standard reply which is often made by those members who enjoy a celebrity style online life.

-Flo

Are not those brands the ones 98% of us can afford? Are not those brands easier to find then more costly brands? I would'nt go into a forum with anything most dont have. Kinda like being an outcast.

[Bernd]

Are not those brands the ones 98% of us can afford? Are not those brands easier to find then more costly brands? I would'nt go into a forum with anything most dont have. Kinda like being an outcast.

And I thought the point of this Forum is to share experiences, have fun, give advice and help other members and learn about other members systems. Am I wrong?
Who wants to be part of the masses (98%) voluntarely anyway? How boring, pointless and mind numbing would this be if we only talk about the most popular best buy brands. Wide varied opinions is what makes this interesting. And it's almost certain that there are those who live an on-line celebrity lifestyle when in reality.................,well you know.

Peace

Bernd

[daviethek]

I have 3 hobbies. Fly-fishing, Oil painting and listening to great music. I am looking at retirement in about 5 years. Combined with all the pains and joys of family life, I know that I will have no problem finding things to do in retirement. Having these kind of interests is not only worthwhile, it is critical to properly transition yourself from the cube farm to the trout stream.

The best feeling I have about the music/stereo hobby is that when I have friends over, they can see and hear my passion for sound reproduction. I'm not so sure they are complimentary when they leave, but when they are here, my gear blows them away.

When I read some of the posts here, I can sense the passion. Some are so passionate about the gear that one wonders if they can still feel the music. Some are critical of what others can or cannot hear. When I read these things I think about being catholic or American citizenship. If you ask 20 people about the basic requirements for each you may get an unbelievable range of answers. even among the catholics.

[Bernd]

I have 3 hobbies. Fly-fishing, Oil painting and listening to great music. I am looking at retirement in about 5 years. Combined with all the pains and joys of family life, I know that I will have no problem finding things to do in retirement. Having these kind of interests is not only worthwhile, it is critical to properly transition yourself from the cube farm to the trout stream.

The best feeling I have about the music/stereo hobby is that when I have friends over, they can see and hear my passion for sound reproduction. I'm not so sure they are complimentary when they leave, but when they are here, my gear blows them away.

When I read some of the posts here, I can sense the passion. Some are so passionate about the gear that one wonders if they can still feel the music. Some are critical of what others can or cannot hear. When I read these things I think about being catholic or American citizenship. If you ask 20 people about the basic requirements for each you may get an unbelievable range of answers. even among the catholics.

A man with taste and depth. Very well said, Sir. Retirement. You have roughly 5 years on me. I, too will have no problem keeping busy.

Peace

Bernd

[shokhead]

And I thought the point of this Forum is to share experiences, have fun, give advice and help other members and learn about other members systems. Am I wrong?
Who wants to be part of the masses (98%) voluntarely anyway? How boring, pointless and mind numbing would this be if we only talk about the most popular best buy brands. Wide varied opinions is what makes this interesting. And it's almost certain that there are those who live an on-line celebrity lifestyle when in reality.................,well you know.

Peace

Bernd

Because part of the masses are the ones that can afford the most popular brands,whatever that means. Me, if i'm buying a 25K car,i dont read and study 50K cars. I'm not on a MB forum,i'm on a Altima forum.

[Bernd]

Because part of the masses are the ones that can afford the most popular brands,whatever that means. Me, if i'm buying a 25K car,i dont read and study 50K cars. I'm not on a MB forum,i'm on a Altima forum.

Sure, but take your budget (however large that is) and put some effort in the selection process. There are many small manufacturers worth checking out, but that takes effort. Also very often you don't find these products reviewed since they seldom place big ads.

And I guess I am different from you there. If I would be in the market for the said car I sure would like to know how that manufacturers 50K car performes and how it is different from what I am interested in. And is any technology from the top model filtering down? Anybody can produce a cost no object superb product. The hard part is to capture some of that performance with a given budget. And some do it better then others and some just cheat (review sample full of expensive components but the production model scaled down in quality - it happens) or don't care.
It is very easy to buy a magazine and pick the latest 5* winners and walk into an Audio chain store and buy the whole thing in one go.
I will stand by that, that one can do a lot better with those funds.The choice in the more reasonable priced band of the audio market is vast. So no need to follow the herd. Use your ears and put some effort into it and believe me you will be rewarded.

Example: My last Speaker purchase comes in three different price bands. I had it explained to me where the money goes and where the differences lay - and then I listened and came up with a decision that suited me and me alone. That is the way to buy. Of course it matters how serious you are about this pastime and how much importance is placed on sound quality and pride of ownership.
I welcome diversity and much rather read about some other members golden find, be that new,second hand or vintage, but please show some imagination.

Have a good weekend

Bernd

P.S. What is an MB or Altima Forum? Please tell.