Why is abusive, negative content allowed?

@lalitk I just used that button for the first time.

I’ll be using it a lot now.

It’s really just one member that stands out for me.  Sure there are others with strong opinions, and they also sound like a skipping cd, but...

Analogy time:  if I owned a pizza shop and had someone standing in front of my door telling all my customers that pizza all over the world sucks, and that they are stupid for eating pizza, and that no one can really make a good pizza, I’d call the cops on him and have him removed.

I seldom use it because I do not want censorship but when there is a pattern of destructive  conduct it’s up to everyone to use that button to help point it out.

“when there is a pattern of destructive conduct it’s up to everyone to use that button to help point it out”

+1, mapman.

@b_limo, 

Good analogy, I understand where you coming from. I think I know who you’re referring to...sadly with this member it’s always going to be his way cause he’s been there and done it all. 

I understand where you're coming from b-limo. The a'gon forum attracts a higher percentage of bloviating, condescending, know-it-alls than other audio hobby sites.

I believe this is due to the fact that the site serves as a revenue generating gear sales site, that just happens to have a forum attached to it in order to keep viewers coming back. Whereas other audio forums are moderated by and for the benefit of hobbyists that may or may not have a classifieds section contained within.

Ironically, the members with the higher post counts are the ones who offer the least helpful information. Their "contributions" are typically    thinly veiled opportunities to belittle others. Fortunately the patterns are easy to spot and their posts easy to skip over. But, a block poster function could go a long way to improve the experience.

Also, don't let this get to you. Next to cosplay, this is about the dorkiest hobby out there. Great sound is well... great, but its not worth stressing over. Explore some of the other forums, i'm sure you'll find a few you like.

Strong opinions come with the territory. But, the personal insults and no respect for others opinions shouldn't be allowed in this forum. 
Other forums I frequent have a code of conduct posted.