Reality is that the written word, on computer or paper, simply doesn't carry the weight it used to. Younger audiophiles will never know how BIG an influence Pearson/the Absolute Sound and Holt/Stereophile were in the developmental stage of this hobby. A good or bad word from either of them back in the day could very often make or break a company. For better or worse, that kind of influence doesn't seem to exist any longer. I'd add that Audiogon, in particular, is completely lacking any kind of authoritative Holt/Pearson-type guru. Although there ARE other websites with established 'voices' that also don't really have much juice.
How much do we at A'gon influence the industry?
Hi everyone,
Just a question that's been in my head for a little bit. How important do you folks feel this forum is to the audio industry at large in the Ensligh speaking countries? I ask because I often see some taking it way too seriously, and personally.
I mean, I know times are tough, being a boutique audio manufacturer is not easy at any level in the audio industry, so I can really understand how negative buzz for your product can directly relate to your livelihood.
On the other hand, it's just A'gon. I doubt most audiophiles even come here very often.
What do you all think?
Best,
E
Just a question that's been in my head for a little bit. How important do you folks feel this forum is to the audio industry at large in the Ensligh speaking countries? I ask because I often see some taking it way too seriously, and personally.
I mean, I know times are tough, being a boutique audio manufacturer is not easy at any level in the audio industry, so I can really understand how negative buzz for your product can directly relate to your livelihood.
On the other hand, it's just A'gon. I doubt most audiophiles even come here very often.
What do you all think?
Best,
E