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are audiophiles different than non audiophiles ?

i have been curious as to what determines one's interest in equipment, sound and music.

is it some personality factor, just a matter of choice of hobby or is their something else?

any ideas?

i think the answer to this question explains why some have no interest in listening to a high quality stereo system, when invited for a social occasion, as was the subject of "disappointing evening".
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learsfool
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Elizabeth, that is a hilarious description - it also fits most orchestral musicians.
inna
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Yes, audiophiles are generally more neurotic than any other group. I say good; better than perverts.
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chadnliz
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I dont see any pattern to the hobby at all. I have met slobs, neat freaks, junkies, christians, outcasts, socially blessed, nerds, jocks and ofcourse liberals and conservatives...people as varied as the music they enjoy and gear enjoyed on.
Its just something you wired for, perhaps some little DNA mishap. Usually they appreciate art ofcourse and generally are for the most part above average in the intelligence catagory.
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marakanetz
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I've been reading some Radio Yerevan latest news that there's out of nearly 300 tested audiophiles nearly 88% were having treble-clef-shaped chromosome.
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