Listening99 wrote:
"Ultimately, in my view, the setup is less important than one's willingness to sit receptively, with a state of mind that can truly receive and enjoy the full impact of music, mostly making system limitations far less important than the personal engagement with the sound."
Truer words about audio have never been written. Thank you for writing this.
To help in getting into the best listening receptivity, I turn out most of the lights, turn off anything that might make noise, kick back in my recliner, and put on some gorgeous music that can transport me to a different place. Yeah, it helps to have a good system that has good balance and synergy, but even my budget system could take me away if I was in the right frame of mind.
I wonder about the original poster's emotional health and selection of music. Music can be transformative if you allow it into your heart. I am listening to Carmen Villain's new album right now, and it is mind blowing.
"Ultimately, in my view, the setup is less important than one's willingness to sit receptively, with a state of mind that can truly receive and enjoy the full impact of music, mostly making system limitations far less important than the personal engagement with the sound."
Truer words about audio have never been written. Thank you for writing this.
To help in getting into the best listening receptivity, I turn out most of the lights, turn off anything that might make noise, kick back in my recliner, and put on some gorgeous music that can transport me to a different place. Yeah, it helps to have a good system that has good balance and synergy, but even my budget system could take me away if I was in the right frame of mind.
I wonder about the original poster's emotional health and selection of music. Music can be transformative if you allow it into your heart. I am listening to Carmen Villain's new album right now, and it is mind blowing.