Weakest link

We don’t know, what we don’t know. I think my system sounds good. I have decent components, but I thought my system would benefit from having one power conditioner. I sold my Torus RM-15 and Audioquest Niagara 1000. I purchased a Torus RM-20 and couldn’t be happier. I think the Torus RM-20 allows my system to breath. Consequently it is more detailed and open sounding. Not night and day different, but noticeable. Unless we are willing to experiment we just don’t know what we can improve in our system.

How do you determine the weakest link in your set-up without any other equipment on hand?

As of 2009, I ask my dealer he's always right...Finally!!!
Kenny

weakest link is always media.

Kenny,
That's my point when I say we don't know what we don't know. One, we must have an open mind to try different things to listen to and let our ears determine if there is an improvement worthy of the cost. Two, we need access to different equipment without obligation to purchase. The 2nd part can be very difficult. I submit there is always an opportunity to improve, but not always feasible. At some point I hope I just accept my system as it is.

This is a like cosmetic surgery.  A little "work" might be quite complimentary, but we've all seen people who took it too far.  Is your system one of those systems where you did too much work and took it too far?  Over time any system can be improved, but when normal people see your system are they in awe and happy for you or do they go WTF and feel pity?