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Older And Wiser or just Tighter and Deafer?

I’m 63. I’m not wealthy but I have a tolerant wife and I still love to pursue great sound. But I find myself increasingly reluctant to spend significant amounts on new gear. I know my hearing acuity is not as good as it used to be, but my love of music and good sound is not diminished. When considering a purchase, I find myself factoring in cost versus life expectancy (mine!) and auditory function. I’ll even have some guilt about spending my kid’s inheritance. Is something wrong with me?
jdmccall56
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islandmandan
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jdmccall, I am 73, and in spite of Tinnitus, and normal hearing loss, I still enjoy music, and my system. Some recent changes (upgrades) were quite noticeable and appreciated by my old ears.

I'm still trying to find a way to afford the amp I really want, but I'm at a frustrating impasse. High quality SET 845 amps don't come cheap.

Regards,
Dan 
jdmccall56 OP
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Welcome to team frugal.
 

Thanks!  When can I expect my T-shirt and decoder ring?  :)

We just enjoy listening to it. You should too.



Thank you for wise words  I second that emotion!









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jdmccall56 OP
73 posts
 
jdmccall, I am 73, and in spite of Tinnitus, and normal hearing loss, I still
enjoy music, and my system.
Yes, tinnitus sucks.  Luckily, mine goes away sometimes, at least for a while.  And I can still listen -through- it.  So far, anyway.
erik_squires
15,912 posts
 
Thanks! When can I expect my T-shirt and decoder ring? :)


 Do you want the regular, barely readable decoder ring ($5,000) or do you want the high-end, vibration isolated decoder ring ($150,000) ??
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oregonpapa
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It is all about the music, so stop worrying about what equipment you're missing out on and just buy more music. Concentrate instead on using various tweaks to get you closer to the music you love.

Frank

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