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Is it possible to be an audiophile and be happy with what you have

It seems like audiophiles are always looking to upgrade. From something as minor as a fuse to upgrading all their components. Music lovers on the other hand seem content with what equipment they have and just want to experience new music. So I ask you, can a audiophile just be happy with what they have? Or is that just not possible being an audiophile?

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roxy54
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Each person can only speak for themselves, but I personally find that as time goes by, I feel more satisfied with what I have, knowing that it is far from ultimate, but still effectively communicates music to me in an enjoyable way.

I still occasionally as budget permits, make well considered changes or refinements to (hopefully) improve the listening experience, but my former sense of urgency, and sometimes costly and senseless moves are in the past.

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tostadosunidos
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Very content right now with my system.  One major upgrade in recent years.  Would love to experiment more with different cables but I'm happy enough with the sound now that I realize it might be futile/pointless.  Probably will try to tweak a bit anyway down the road--and why not?
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nonoise
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Of course.
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markalarsen
630 posts
 
Yes, absolutely, as long as you replace all of your electronics every three to five years and your speakers every five to ten years. 
whipsaw
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I am one of those who has little problem staying put for long periods, though it may take a while to reach that sweet spot of system synergy.

I did not change my system in the U.S. for 15 years after having spent a couple of years tweaking and auditioning different components and cables, etc. 

I am currently in Europe, and am developing a second system, and probably will make a couple of changes before settling in for the longer haul.
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