Top 10 Snafus to avoid when building a good rig

" In the current issue of Stereophile one of the writers states that "it's good enough" is the most dangerous thought in audiophile land."

There is a big difference between the audio sales guy who asks questions and actually takes time to understand what you have and what you are looking for and the guy who works based on the assumption that whatever he sells you will be better.

There are plenty of both types around.

" In the current issue of Stereophile one of the writers states that "it's good enough" is the most dangerous thought in audiophile land."

To which I would reply by paraphrasing Voltaire:
"Perfection is the enemy of the good"

Which is basically the same thing that Whart said:

"enjoy what you've built- which is a means to listen to music, not an endless quest for absolute perfection, which is virtually impossible."

Which is basically what Bobby McFerrin sang:
Don't worry...
Be happy!!!

I agree with the sentiments and philosophy of Marcojack, Whart and Swampwalker. Over emphasis on the quest for perfected sound can detract from the importance of the music and reverse priorities. I do believe that more enjoyment and long term satisfaction comes with focus on the music you love. I'd rather listen to music and become involved with it instead of analyzing, dissecting and critiquing the sound. It seems components should serve the music and not the other way around.
Charles,

1) Forgetting to treating your room acoustically so you know how your rig sounds.
2) Spending too much on cables so you can't buy a decent amp, preamp or source.

Snafu No. #. Placing the speakers too far apart.

Start with speakers about 4 feet apart and slowly move them further apart.

Cheers