What component is responsible for dynamics ?

In that case I would have to rate my system as 'Hi-Fi' since I am not fooled by it. However having said that, I can't help referring to a statement I made on another thread about a Charles Mingus true direct to disc vinyl recording I have that 'will' fool you. So where is the dividing line between source and gear? It seems potentials are at the center of this issue, no?

Last two posts are not in order. Charles, I truly did think that. I concur with your definition. It's just vernacular.

Actually, I thought Hi-Fi sums up all other hi-end terminology.

To this "hi-fi" vs. "realistic" discussion. I agree that that is how most audiophiles use the terms. However, we should not equate "realistic" with "real" in this conversation. Much as I appreciate the very best high-end audio can do, it cannot and will not ever be mistaken for a live performance, even in a world class system set up correctly in a world class space - one could tell the difference instantly.

Learsfool, It has always been my use of the question of whether or not you can tell a piano heard through a wall is real or a recording. Perhaps I'm not quite there yet with the High Fidelity Cables, but I am much closer than I ever imagined was possible.