ACTUAL MUSICAL SOUND VS. MEASUREMENTS

I think the point is the more aggressive criticism of those who use different methods to choose their gear. I don't care for measurements very much, believing they are very limited though potentially useful. It's perfectly fine with me that some prefer to decide mostly based on measurements. I have my own "testing" protocols that work just fine for me. Others have very different methods. 

calvinj

... am I the only one that has had it with overly pushy audiophiles that push measurements as the end all be all ... obnoxious ones that talk down to you because of the measurements of your system or equipment is not perfect for them?

I don't take them seriously. It's apparent to me that there are some who come here solely for their joy of creating conflict and starting arguments. They're not audiophiles. They're lonely people seeking engagement.

Upscale Audio is there to sell product not let cynics or tire kickers waste time and money.

I've built my system for my own pleasure, whether it meets some other person's objective or subjective criteria for quality doesn't phase me in the least. Have to admit in my younger days there were times when I let other's dictate my choices. As one progresses along their own path the need for other's approval lessens. I suppose if one is failing along these lines other's judgements will have far more impact.

@coralkong you summed it up in a nutshell.  I’m tired of it too. Why do they do that. Look we invest at different levels in this hobby. I get so sick of people trying to show how much much smarter than we are because they spent less money and we are foolish because we spent more money. Jeez!