What will you not buy?

Well since you smart guys wanna go there. I wouldn’t buy any “build back better” crap either. Come to think of it, nobody else has either. 

How about a good second hand "maga bible"?  I understand there are a bunch on the market right now that are only slightly used!  

Anything way over budget that would endanger my health from my spouse

Anything that gets hyped here, on other forums, or any audio media outlet.  Shortly after the hype, you start seeing the hyped item show up on for-sale sites.

Not interested in renting or buying anything that brings me stress and strife. Life is too short to choose otherwise. 
 

Peace

+1 on no ugly, or fake equipment.  No turntable (I may eat that one).

No blue meters.  Try to avoid Silver faceplates (see my black Tambaqui).

No Tubes (for this I just don't listen to them; afraid I might like them. 

I did try once).

No more surround processing.