Worth of current system

Perhaps those with with mid six figure systems don’t want to attract the opprobrium that would be dumped on them for posting.

@folkfreak Yes, I would expect that to be the case for many people having very high end systems, and in fact that possibility occurred to me as I was composing my previous post.  But I suppose it's just as likely that many of those at the opposite end of the cost spectrum might be hesitant to post as well, for analogous reasons.

In any event, one way in which the thread provides value is that it will provide many with knowledge of the word "opprobrium."  :-)

Best regards,
-- Al

+1 @steakster

Before I responded earlier in the thread I briefly thought about the appropriateness of the question. And I decided that it would be entirely legitimate for someone to try to gain a perspective on how much of a monetary investment those who care about the quality with which music is reproduced in their home tend to make. And another factor I considered is that I know the OP to be of the utmost sincerity when it comes to seeking information here.

On another note, regarding the responses which have been posted thus far: My perception has been that the median of the figures that have been provided is significantly less than might be expected, given all the talk that goes on here about extremely expensive components, cables, and tweaks. Which is interesting, it seems to me.

Best regards,

-- Al

I’ve paid about $35K for what is presently in my system, spread over many years. Equivalent to somewhere between $40K and $45K in today's dollars if adjusted for inflation.

Best regards,
--Al