It's silly to constantly buy and resell hi-fi equipment and accessories, as many people on many hi-fi forums claim. Is it really about music and sound? Or just "the art of the deal"?
It's hard to let things go; it's good to let things go
Just let a pair of speakers go, and while I really loved them, a local person is going to love them. We enjoyed listening together and I know they'll go to a good home.
My parents used to say that "A good day is a day you get rid of something." I see the point better, now that I'm older.
The "loss" part of it is offset by the feeling of lightness at perhaps trying something else without berating myself for "stockpiling."
What's the best thing you ever got rid of? Was it hard to let go of?
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Dirk, if you’re a serious, practical, fastidious, frugal, sober person then it certainly is silly. If you’re an “audiophile” it’s a disease! I don’t think there are many in this camp who are trying to make money off these transactions, just looking for better sound. It’s no different than car collectors or car tinkerers, or hobby fishermen, hunters, gun collectors, etc. |
Beautiful stories. At Christmas our kids each had to pick out a new toy they liked to donate to the church. They loved the idea that something they liked would be appreciated by another child not as fortunate. It is truly better to give than to receive. I have freely given away equipment to family and friends when I’ve upgraded. Charity begins at home. Here ends the lesson. |
My Pioneer PD-65. Best looking piece of equipment I've ever owned. I miss looking at it, since it had been shelved for years. @bigtwin i love your story. great picture too! |
Some people learn more about what they like and don't like. They are exploring. Some are OCD about audio or are chasing a deal. But others buy and resell for the same reason you like to try new restaurants or go on vacations to new places. You can see that, I trust. |
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