Quote Originally Posted by skeptic
Your neighbor's right to enjoy the peace and quiet of their home supercedes your right to play your music. That's not my opinion, that's the law. Unfortunately, in a world of apartment complexes, houses right on top of each other, and loud stereo systems, there is an inevitable conflict. Believe me, if you engage in what will ultimately be a war between your self indulgence and your neighbors nerves and forbearance, you will lose. I once had an upstairs neighbor evicted from their home. When there are enough complaints, the landlord has no choice. And even if you live in a private home, if enough neighbors complain often enough, the police won't either.

Concert halls, sports arenas, and theaters are isolated and specially built to contain the sound of music being played in them. Your home is not. You cannot help but annoy your neighbors. What do I do? I live in a rural area and my house is far away form my nearest neighbor. Even so, I have to keep the windows closed and be considerate of other people in my house. That's how civilized people manage to get along with each other.
It's a simple premise. Be respectful of your neighbors wishes and hopefully they'll reciprocate in kind. Sigh, I wish it were that simple. Unless I'm forced to at gunpoint I'll never, ever go back to a situation where I have to share walls or ceilings with others. There's no way to totally expunge the friction that such close living will eventually bring up. An occasional party is one thing.. but sooner or later you'll get on one another's nerves and then "thar she blows". Finding and keeping that level headed balance is hard... so hard.

Da Sadder but Wiser Worfster