At What Age Does An Audiophile Buy His Last Amp?


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I am 60 years old. I have bought and sold audio equipment for years while trying out gear to get the perfect blend for my system. At 60, I think I may have one more shot at a major overhaul of my system. Whatever gear I have after this next overhaul is the gear I will ride into the sunset. Geez, I hope I'm not 75 still trying to squeeze that last 3% of sonic excellence out of an equipment upgrade purchase.

I think I'm going to have to draw the line at 65.
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I'm over 70 and my hearing is either getting better or I’ve taught myself how to listen better. I didn’t do the concert thing back in the day so maybe that’s a contributing factor. Right now I’m seriously thinking about going 2 channel versus my Theta surround sound system. My plan is to start with a 2 channel amp… probably an Ayre… and see how my Casablanca III likes it. Arguing with myself about what to do next helps to "keep me young".
I'm 74 and soon expect my last turntable, arm, and cartridge. I expect next week to receive new interconnects and speaker wires. Very soon I will get a new Mac Mini based music server. My hearing is quite good again in my recent hearing exam. My only limitation is that I cannot carry 100 pound amps upstairs. Also, on late weekend afternoons I nap to good music for about thirty minutes.

What the hell are you guys talking about?
Simple: You stop upgrading when you stop having fun doing so. Or when other priorities set in and no longer can afford the toys. Nothing to do with age really.