2. amps-preamps
  3. 184831-150037

How do I know if my systems any good?

I'm not able to leave my house due to a long-standing injury, so I'm unable to hear anyone else's system. I could list out my components but not sure what that would achieve.  Lets assume they're all fine pieces.

what are the things that should be considered when listening and judging an audio system that combines streaming and home theater via bypas thru a preamp.

Maybe it's a great system.  

emergingsoul
jeffseight's avatar
jeffseight
574 posts
 

Does it make you want to listen all night?

If so it is a good system!

Good luck with the recovery!

mjcmt's avatar
mjcmt
710 posts
 

Ultimately, your ears will tell where the strengths and weakness are.

You could read professional reviews of your gear and see if you notice those details in your system.

As I get older I’ve modified my system to have a musical, inviting, and relaxing sound vs. ultimate detail and resolution.

You have to like the sound of your system day after day so adjust it to make yourself happy not comparing to a better system that day after day is not your cup of tea.

My 2¢

james633
895 posts
 

Honestly gauge it against a pair of headphones. Headphones are a good gut check to see how your room is too. Headphones have issues too like pad bounce in the cups that cause issue around 2k but most good ones are very good.

More to discover