Girlfriends and wifes, how do YOU cope?


I would be very interested in finding out how one manages to justify (or sneak in the home) expensive audio equipment without having to sell your soul to the Devil? It's quite a challenge for many of us I think. I heard of someone buying a Bel Canto DAC and telling his girlfriend that " Oh it's just a $ 100.00 power conditionner", or whatever. Seem like we need to get creative here if we can pursue this crazy hobby much longer! Regards All...
ampman66
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Still in Denver...RMAF just concluded. Heard the inestimable Harry Pearson deliver a talk...brief discussion of demographic homogeneity...I consider myself exceedingly fortunate -- I've discovered my spouse, whom was present for the 3-day audiofest, is an audiophile!!
C1ferrari, How was the show? This is the first year in 3 that I missed it. Was it very busy? Who had the best new product?
Life is too short , buy what you want and tell them you haven't had to ask your mom's permission in a long time
I am just wondering if anyone has a wife or girlfriend who does not mind much. They might not be an audiophile but perhaps they enjoy the end result of some of the purchases and projects.