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At What Age Does An Audiophile Buy His Last Amp?

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I am 60 years old. I have bought and sold audio equipment for years while trying out gear to get the perfect blend for my system. At 60, I think I may have one more shot at a major overhaul of my system. Whatever gear I have after this next overhaul is the gear I will ride into the sunset. Geez, I hope I'm not 75 still trying to squeeze that last 3% of sonic excellence out of an equipment upgrade purchase.

I think I'm going to have to draw the line at 65.
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mitch4t
orpheus10
8,668 posts
 
It seems that only older audiophiles who are blessed with good hearing can appreciate exquisite sound and music. The best software, meaning LP's are also required. The very same music, and LP's that have been in my collection for ages, sounds so much more beautiful with Class "B" analogue played back on Class "A" reel to reel, I'm in heaven.

I'll buy my last amp when I can no longer afford the amp I desire, which is now, if I can't get the funds.
schipo
1,268 posts
 
the logic answer ..when the grim reaper makes his appearance..
gz3827
232 posts
 
Long live The Best Exotic Marigold Amplifier!
wolf_garcia
6,795 posts
 
Being satisfied with what you have isn't age specific any more than wanting something else is. Not growing intellectually or desiring anything new isn't a sign of age, it's a sign of laziness and a lack of intellectual curiosity that's merely sad. I don't close any artistic doors, but am amazed at how many people do. Smugly.
schubert
7,386 posts
 
Hearing is not just a matter of ears, you brain remembers and fills in the gaps.
Hence famous conductors in the 80's and beyond ,who can't hear 5k on an audiology machine, have no problem correcting a violinist playing in his highest register.

What characterizes an open mind at 20 signifies an empty one at 70.
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