what kind of audiophile are you ?

Two and three for me. They go together, imho.

4) Hands on "perfectionist".

aka Modifying/DIY/Experimenting

The two things that drive me are music appreciation, and cost effectiveness. I'm all about getting the best bang for the buck. It's my scots heritage coming through.

Since I can enjoy systems of very different characteristics, I have to say that I don't persue perfect sound as such. I think I'm just obsessed with audio; healthier, than being so with guns or cliff diving.
Peter

Love music. Have a lot of respect and appreciation for musicians that through their performance and talent submerge me in the state of mind that I can't explain.

Equipment for music reproduction, well....if it gets me closer to that state and gives me goosebumps, I get it - fast. Don't care about name, don't care about esthetics, value is always a factor but sometimes, not often you hear a peace that will poison your way of thinking and a little devil on your shoulder convinced you that you must have it. Then - contract with evil is legally sign and in most cases it is for 18 months no interest.