JJZolx;247025 Wrote: 
> I have no problem with real audiophiles, but they're a dying breed.

True - they're mostly well into their retirements.

> People who love the hobby, can actually hear subtle differences and
> don't mind telling you so, and who also don't mind telling the ABX
> idiots and objectivists to go take a flying leap.

I don't think they love the hobby so much as the status they think it
confers.  Nor do I think their hearing is any better than average - if
anything, it's worse.  

What really bothers me about audiophiles is how they proselytize.  It's
as if their system isn't worth anything unless they can convince others
how great it is.  The result is a lot of misleading claims, some
straight out lies, and a lot of wasted money on the part of innocent
newcomers.

All that said, there is something charming about such singular
insanity, and AA is the best place to see it on full display.


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