What amps do Electrical Engineers own...why?

Gfcf, EE's are a diverse lot, just like the general population. As can be seen in many of the responses that have been posted in this thread, the answer to your question is clearly no.

However, it would probably be fair to say that the EE's at A'gon tend to be, on average, somewhat more likely than others to challenge what they perceive to be hype and misinformation, which the field of audio is certainly not without its share of.

Regards,
-- Al

I have an EE doctorate. I own BAT VK-120s, which I have modified extensively. I am currently building a preamp based on the Vacuum State RTP-3D (judicious modifications).

Shouldn't we be influenced more by engineers, than by 'audiophiles' when it comes to electronics? That's the trouble with getting away from science. Then EVERYONE's opinion is equally valid. In the world of magic and mysticism, anything is possible. Effect without cause. I would like for someone to name ONE Amp with horrible specs, that sounds good.

Could it be that this hobby has become more about art than engineering? Just a question mind you.

"Could it be that this hobby has become more about art than engineering"

A lot of people would like to think so. Reason being, The Mona Lisa is art, so is some guy throwing buckets of paint at a canvas in NYC. Some people feel comfortable with that situation. Everything is Valid.
I believe the truth is sort of like what the Russians said when they were accused of stealing the plans for the space shuttle (which I am sure they did ). They answered by saying, when you solve the problems, the shuttle is where the physics and engineering takes you.
Cheers