Did you ever hear exquisite electronics at a show??


Here’s something that has puzzled me.

Most audio shows are crap sounding. At best, I can think of a handful of rooms I could even sit in. Anyone who goes to these has heard systems in the $100k range or higher, and ... honestly, did you ever hear a system at a show which was so good you bought the electronics after?

No wrong answers. I just want to know who you der... er, perceptive individuals are and how you coped. :-)

Best,


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erik_squires
Everybody always wants to show with brand spanking new speakers, electronics and cabling. Sure, it looks good. But sounds horrible. Some people try to do the right thing and at least try to break the system in overnight to at least have some chance of getting decent sound before the show ends. What a joke! 🤡 The good news is after an hour of listing to crap sound you kind of lose your hearing so it doesn’t really matter. 🤗 An ordinary man has no means of deliverance.
+1, @millercarbon and @mapman

I approach audio shows as my gateway to keep up with latest trends and more importantly future purchases. Where else you can possibly listen and evaluate so much gear under one venue. Do I buy the gear on the spot...hell NO. I am not a impulse buyer, I do my research and buy a component if it’s going to further enhance my listening experience in the very comfort of my home.
I have heard a few rooms that were extraordinary, but most rooms leave me wondering.
The definition of insanity is repeating the same thing over and over and expecting a different result. 🤪