Fretbuzz
pfm Member
What tips/advice would you give your younger self or someone else starting out on the hifi journey? Your own pearls and lessons learned.
Personally (not that I've been in it that long or bought that much compared to most)
Personally (not that I've been in it that long or bought that much compared to most)
- Beware upgraditis. There’ll always be something ‘better’ but it doesn’t mean you’ll enjoy the music more. Sometimes the opposite. Keep perspective, especially wrt diminishing returns.
- Related, there’s endless hype, marketing, BS, and opinion out there – so above all else TRUST YOUR EARS. Everyone’s are different too.
- Aim for believable tone, body, and texture.
- Listen to/demo as much as you can or be bothered to in other locations, though nothing beats trying at home. Room matters a lot.
- Spending damage can be minimised by a) buying used stuff smartly (retained value); b) ensuring products are fixable or well-supported where you live, especially if a big purchase.
- Wear sunscreen.