Like TVAD, I buy 2nd hand after looking at the forums, reviews etc. I decide on a component I would be interested in and wait for it to turn up. Having got the kit right, I look at tweeks, cables and recently supports. I have a range of the latter from Symposium, Stillpoints, Herbies audio lab. All make a real difference, I just move them around for best results.
One reason for change not mentioned, is our brain being attuned to change. I am sure we all have been floored by a new addition, then a week later, the system sounds the same. It is'nt the same, we have just got used to it. That implies change, any change, can be seen as better. That is a real danger I think, in brief auditions at a shop
One reason for change not mentioned, is our brain being attuned to change. I am sure we all have been floored by a new addition, then a week later, the system sounds the same. It is'nt the same, we have just got used to it. That implies change, any change, can be seen as better. That is a real danger I think, in brief auditions at a shop