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In your opinion, what is Hi, Medium and Low end?

Hey All,

I am new to this arena and for all the reading and homework it seems like there is a lot of circumstance out there. It seems that the comment that I see the most is, “…see how it works with your system.” And while this is true about a great many things in life it seems that we are all trying to find a sense for balance for our budget. The other thing that I learned is the spending a lot will not always yield the desired result.

So…regardless of price, here is my question. In your opinion, if your were to put together a system (say something to do it all, as I don’t know about everyone else but I couldn’t afford one for music and one for movies and other activities) in the following three categories: as high medium and low; what would it look like?

Say maybe with the following categories:

1) Processor, Preamp & Amp OR Receiver
2) Sources (CD, Phono or whatever)
3) Cables (Speak, Interconnect and whatever)
4) Power and related products
5) Other tweaks

Did I miss anything? Please feel free to add. :D

There are no motives hear but to learn, I have just bought a bunch of stuff that make me happy and I am just curious or maybe trying to prove that I am not on crack. ;-)

Cheers,

Blu
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gogirl
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Jax2,Thank you.I may do just that.Going to shows should be fun.I mentioned to my dad that I joined Audiogon.He asked me not to embarrass him.He doesnt have my user name but he will figure it out soon enough.Growing up he would allow me to sit and listen with him.When his buddies came hear to listen and i entered the room most times he would ask me to leave if I didn't respond he would say i told you to leave,now go girl
Hence the name.
I had no idea that there are so many audio people with knowledge that will take the time to help a novice.I thank you all again
jax2
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I had no idea that there are so many audio people with knowledge that will take the time to help a novice.I thank you all again

You will dizzy yourself with the vast number of opinions here. Ask what may occur as a very simple question and you can get a plethora of diverse answers and individual tomes as to why each is the correct one. OK, I exaggerate, but not by much. Take heed of the advice you are getting that implies that there are no "right" answers - just have fun with it and enjoy the music along the way. That's what matters. It can be a whole lot of fun as it really can enhance the enjoyment of the music you love.

Your description of how you came up with your identity saddened me, but OTOH I am inspired as well to see how you persevered in spite of the discouraging words. There is a poetic irony in this, I'm sure you realize. Anyway, I hope your dad is proud to have inspired you to participate and share in his passion. It would certainly be very odd if he found your interest to be an embarrassment. Your questions here are intelligent and show obvious interest in participating and learning. How could he not be proud?
zigonht
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Wow, this thread went from a question of low-hi fi to Elizabeth saying "Mid fi: (The struggling audiophile)", to another poster questioning if he should buy a 10k cd player or help typhoon victims...LOLOLOL....Classic...
dcstep
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Gogirl said:

"...As for gear,its analog that thrills me,digital chills me..."

Digital is harder to "do right" but when you hear it "right" you will be pleased. Still, analog is the reference, so you're starting in the right place. If you insist that you digital equal your analog, then you'll be getting good sound everywhere.

Dave
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mapman
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GoGirl,

The only advice is to enjoy the music regardless and don't let the technical details or worries about what you might be missing drag you down. You are young and have plenty of time to achieve your ideals. Take it slow and easy and enjoy the ride!
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