reading some of Mr. Squire’s postings that he has no love for anything Nelson Pass related so while reading the whole posting I was waiting for the bomb to drop in the attempt to destroy a piece of Pass equipment. Odd...
I am not tribal. Nelson Pass is an undeniable, enviable technical and professional success. As has been pointed out by others, he’s been a huge contributor to the DIY community for which he deserves nothing but praise.
I also have opinions about gear I like and gear I don’t like to listen to. That doesn’t make gear I don’t like bad gear, or Pass a bad person. I just may not like the sonic outcome.
You learn nothing however if you only ask people who agree with you what they like. By asking those who disagree with you to be specific in their experience and path you may learn something.
Above all, nothing makes me happier than learning about audiophiles who have found their final set of gear, regardless of whether I happen to be a fan boy of the brand.
Best,
Erik