what kind of audiophile are you ?

I thought there were only two types

Those who have found Shangri-La (just playing music and thrilled every time)

Those who have not (changing gear each year, tweaking, planning upgrades etc.)

It is all in the mind. As far as sound quality, some focus purely on differences whilst others know what they are looking for. Some listen to the sound of reviewers hype and equipment aesthetics more than what their ears tell them is correct.

I think I fit best in whatever cateory Leedistad's, Mrjstark's, and Timrhu's comments suggest. I want a system that makes good sounds at an affordable price. Accuracy,instrumental realism etc don't interest me as much as the music itself and the "listenability" of the system. I want a system that facilitates enjoying the music. I listen primarily for the aesthetic experience...to be moved.

All three plus music for the sheer wonder of it.

I have said it before. Look at the word's derivation to be an audiophile you have to love music or sound. Is there some reason to try and apply labels to people who visit this site.Is your categorization comprehensive meaningful or important in some way. If you only care about the beauty of an instrument's timbre you are actually still a straight forward audiophile you are a sound fanatic. Timbre refers to the sonics of a single instrument and believe it or not it's root is the Drum think tympanny.

I would say I'm a combination #1 and #3. Since I don't know how to define "accuracy" in this hobby, I've conceded its pursuit.