I agree Prerich! Every componant has it's own signature and we would do well to audition various alternatives prior to making a purchase, although that is not always possible.
We know that audiophile junkies are constantly changing their gear for that optimum sound. But in some respects, I think it's even more important for lesser priced systems. IMHO, componants are bought all too often based on price, aesthetics and if it's in stock or not.
I'm about to (once again) get into the highend 2-Channel Analog world and I will definately research, find opinion and do extensive auditioning before making a decision on the componants to buy. We all want our systems to look good, but I'd rather they sound good!
Good post! I love this kind of dialogue!
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