My first hifi purchase was in 1977- a Pioneer receiver so my early days were all silver. Now it’s a mix- I have 4 pieces that are all silver, two that are all black, two that are black with silver switchgear, one that is black with silver corners, and an ancient Mac tuner that has a black glass faceplate with chrome accents. Turntables and speakers have wood finishes.
Personally it really doesn’t matter to me. I also have a Marantz tuner sitting in its original box, from the Marantz NY days, that has a champagne faceplate.
It’s all beautiful!!

