About users with hidden agendas

Ivor was a little on the assertive side for the suggestions you proposed

trolley and a hockey mask, perhaps.

had a thing going about digital watches impacting sound quality, and got really pissed off in a demo once when a guy behind him secretly removed a jacket to reveal an armful of watches that he failed to detect

`When get caught in lie always make other people work harder to supply proof. Next deny proof, next say it not like that in your screen, etc, etc. this thread make me tired but different way from when I meet with smoking guy daughter for six hour other night. ```

Noob-Spring on alligator shoe can put bounce back into step.
Then not look tired after night with dragon daughter.

@pesky_wabbit i am following the discussion but not closely - i see lots of posts have been removed every time i check in. but my comment describes a general trend i've noticed over the past month or two across a range of different threads 

@mitch2 glad we agree 🤝🍻

i guess i just don't understand the stakes here. if i didn't like somebody on the internet, i would simply ignore them. for the récord i'm not judging anybody, there are worse ways to spend one's time. anyway, back to listening (and work...smh)

I've been a member of this site since 2006 and have seen all kinds of posters come and go. There have always been individuals making money by guiding conversations, pitching products, and placing their contact information in threads. I've been contacted through PM by owners, distributers, and dealers. This is the great land of warm calling. Granted the site was created to sell used gear, so they likely get a buyer that wants a discount, but the audio forums are cash cows, and I'm sure must be a part of the marketing plan for many in the business. 

The reality is many users do not like being pitched, and clearly observe the behaviors and patterns. Many users are supporting their "friends" too. It never seemed to be the intent of the forum in the good old days and things change. There is no shortage of people to call out this behavior, and it must be more difficult for the people in this industry to navigate the rough waters, as seen here live this morning. 

  I feel like a Zoom meeting is in order!