anyone gotten a scratch on component and gone mad

I was wondering if anyone has been driven crazy by getting a scratch, ding or broken piece on new, expensive gear. I hate when this happens.

fruff197602-16-2010 9:19pm

rrog Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 1,958 posts 02-17-2010 at 08:25am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete I don't expect nicks, scratches or dings on used equipment. Infact I am surprised at how many late model pieces of equipment I see rated 7/10.
hevac1 Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 812 posts 02-17-2010 at 10:55am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Whenever I scratch or ding something is usually when I am about to sell it, until then mint condition.
hifitime Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 715 posts 02-17-2010 at 01:13pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Been there.
jgiacalo Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 446 posts 02-17-2010 at 03:17pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete For future reference, try to scratch the component at a 90 degree angle to current flow for minimal RF amd EM interference and impact on sound.
bizango1 Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 276 posts 02-17-2010 at 03:19pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Time to upgrade!