Changing


I think its a given, that no home audio system - no matter what level and cost , ever re creates a live concert.
As audiophiles, we deprive ourselves of a sensory dimension , by eliminating the visual component.
I am finding more and more, that when  I play an  audio deficient DVD of a concert ,I get significantly more pleasure from this medium , than from audio alone.
Who, in their right mind would not want to watch Khatia Buniatishvilli playing Clare De Lune live  , rather than just an audio   ? That hair ! That mouth ! Those breasts!
The Rolling Stones at the Max - I have seen the concert at the Imax theatre -Unbelievable -Matches a live Stones concert (Very nearly)
I would like to see the likes of Tidal and Qobuz evolve and make available an audio visual streaming format , for future live concerts . 4K streaming is commonplace , so bandwidth is not an issue.
I am sure the purists will weigh in , but it is just my opinion.  
Virtual Reality would of course be the natural and ultimate progression of this medium for audiophiles and their ilk.
bobby1945
" audiophiles and their ilk." Nice shot, OP.


Don't hold your breath on the reading comprehension, MC.

I've always listened to my system in total darkness. Visual is a distraction to critical listening.



Here’s what I’ve always believed.

Alistair CookeAlistair Cooke quote: I prefer radio to TV because the pictures are better.


we all enjoy live concerts differently too... some close their eyes to be immersed in the music... some like to watch the performers