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Did your system getting better the more money you spent or more experience you gained?

This is something that wanted to ask folks. Initially I said I would never spend x amount of dollars in this audio journey. 20 years later I’m here and did what I said I wouldn’t but I’m happier than ever. Best system to this date. But it wasn’t about money only. I gained knowledge on what was possible and the quality and design of the gear I wanted. I see people just throw money into audio and never be happy or satisfied. I think that happens because they don’t think for themselves as well as have the resources? Thoughts ?

calvinj
calvinj OP
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@noromance i get it. I used to have tube system. I got some nice kt88’s and it was singing even better. I’m pretty set thought at this point. 

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mitch4t
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About 20 years ago, someone on Audiogon made the following quote about audiophiles that I found to be true in my case:

”We’re all as crazy as we can afford to be”

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curiousjim
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I bought and swapped equipment for more than fifty years and I might not have the newest equipment, but I’m finally at a level where I’m starting to touch “ High End” and I like it.😁

calvinj OP
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@mitch4t yes that part all day!

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audioman58
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Both having owned a Audio store in the past I learned how a more expensive audio system can make big improvements ,but also diminishing returns 

and now through vast experience can get agreat system for 50% less just by knowing system synergies well for $50k   Get95% of a $100 k system.

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