Current speaker threads are boring

it's summer - the people with really high end speakers are all off yachting

Some of them, sure, and few of them are audiophiles. I am interested in audiophile experience not BS.

Could it be that a larger % of today's Audiophiles/Music lovers are seeking more value for every dollar spent.

Even though my budget is probably greater than average and I have owned some really nice gear over the yrs.I look for the most bang for the buck kind of gear now.

Kenny.

Just so we understand the parameters of high end and "midlevel stuff," can you define the levels for us? How much do I need to spend on speakers before they are "really high end"? How about amps? Sources?

I am not sold on a direct correlation between cost and quality, but then again I have never spent more than $15,000 on a pair of speakers. I am genuinely curious about this line of demarcation and how it is determined.

Is it always necessary to be able to possess what you realy like?