Good read: why comparing specifications is pointless


 

“ … Bitrates, sampling rates, bit sizes, wattages, amplifier classes…. as an audio enthusiast, there are countless specifications to compare. But it is – virtually – all meaningless. Why? Because the specifications that matter are not reported ánd because every manufacturer measures differently. let’s explain that...”

 

 

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@amir_asr you said:

No, I am a private person and don’t want to walk around bragging about my own system. I only post it out of necessity where a test requires it as it did here:

Almost all reviews include a list of the writers reference system components, the test conditions the equipment was used in, the content played during the review, comparisons to equipment from competitors, and possibly measurements.

No one would consider you listing and posting the above bragging, it is generally required if you check around.

If you need help setting up the proper test conditions in your room check with The Dolby Institute:

 

@coralkong , “This will be my last post to you.

You are acting like a petulant child. Go away, I'm not buying your BS, and no how many times you feel the need to get the last word, I don’t agree with you.”

 

+1 me as well.

@ghdprentice ..."I would not begin to consider evaluating a single new component without listening to it for a couple months. This would be only after being completely familiar with my system without change for months… many months. ...

 

Exactly.

@ticat OMG people... Stop Feeding the Trolls!

 

This thread went south a long time ago.