I don't think the problem is gambling....Atlantic City is just a dump. City fathers thought that the casinos would make A/C another Vegas, but no one upgraded anything outside the casino's doors. Step off the boardwalk and you take your life in your hands.
Atlantic City casinos closing...
Many of the casinos are closing. People just don't have the funds for that kind of entertainment anymore.
I was forced to downgrade my system dramatically due to financial difficulties beyond my control. As times get harder the thought of high priced equipment is now low on my list of priorities. That does not mean I've lost lost sight of the joy and yes, pride a great system has to offer but during these leaner times one must make sacrifices where one can find them.
So far for about a thousand bucks I have assembled what I believe to be a great sounding setup.
Tandberg TR2075 receiver: $230
Pro-Ject Wood turntable: $325
Benz ACE cartridge: $300
Boston Acoustics A200 speakers: $200
I didn't have to break the bank for this and I'm very happy with the overall sound. Will I venture back to the land of uber priced gear? It seems unlikely, not because of the costs but because of the practicality.
Atlantic City is done as is my journey into the high-end.
I was forced to downgrade my system dramatically due to financial difficulties beyond my control. As times get harder the thought of high priced equipment is now low on my list of priorities. That does not mean I've lost lost sight of the joy and yes, pride a great system has to offer but during these leaner times one must make sacrifices where one can find them.
So far for about a thousand bucks I have assembled what I believe to be a great sounding setup.
Tandberg TR2075 receiver: $230
Pro-Ject Wood turntable: $325
Benz ACE cartridge: $300
Boston Acoustics A200 speakers: $200
I didn't have to break the bank for this and I'm very happy with the overall sound. Will I venture back to the land of uber priced gear? It seems unlikely, not because of the costs but because of the practicality.
Atlantic City is done as is my journey into the high-end.
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I saw a news report last week that said either Bergen or Hudson County want put forth a ballot referendum for a few casinos across the river from NYC. If that passes AC will take another very serious hit. With Indian reservation casinos, the casinos in PA, and the racetrack casinos in NY it was only a matter of time before AC couldn't compete. AC had a an almost 20 year Monopoly and blew it! As noted AC proper is still a mess and will never change. Here is an interesting story about the Grand Opening of a grocery store. Apparently they are hard to keep open. http://www.pressofatlanticcity.com/communities/atlantic-city_pleasantville_brigantine/atlantic-city-finally-gets-a-new-grocery-store-as-save/article_c46cd4d2-9fc7-11e1-a6b8-0019bb2963f4.html The Fat Cat Casino Barron's were supposed to use a portion of the profits for AC's revitalization, but it looks like all they did was take the money and run! Long Beach Island (I grew up there) is a great family orientated beach resort about 30 mins north of AC, GSP Exit 63. Plenty to do or nothing at all. |
Dreadhead, Nothing to feel ashamed or embarrassed by! You actually have had the opportunity to learn something quite valuable that a lot of so called "audiophiles" have learned the hard way:-) In your case your sale of uber gear got you funds to put away AND sharpen your senses musically ending in a perfectly satisfying audio system that works for you!! As we age some of us learn that indeed, less is more Enjoy your system Azjake |
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