audiophile

So we're replacing the stereo. It has finally worn out, but it's been good. So the problem I have is navigating the audiphile minefield. When are they full of it, and when are they not? My specific problem relates to CD players. I've had stereo salesmen be downright rude to me when it comes to...

This might even be better than the $400 knob: http:slashslashsixmoons.com/audioreviews/francktchang/resonators.html read it and weep.

Came across this link which I don't recall seeing before. The author is critical of speaker wire nonsense. Lots of neat information and tidbits. http://www.roger-russell.com/wire/wire.htm

Very interesting section, especially the second account. The self-proclaimed audiophile Bruno Putzeys *saw* the CD being treated with some kind of brush, and subsequently he could hear improvements that had him devastated. Unless I'm misinterpreting this, Mr. Putzeys *knows* that the changes...

This person has assembled a listing of the worst 'audiophile' products around, including the GSIC-10 Intelligent Chip recently featured around here. And a replacement volume knob that will only cost you $485 but make your system sound so, so good. because it's made of wood...

it just seems alot of stuff out there is based on bad science. for example, directional arrows on speaker cable, stabilizing rings for cds (or painting the edges green, or spraying them with armor-all!), electrical line conditoners, etc. I'm sure most people who read these high-end mags are...