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Hope it was a great day, old man

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I can explain it to you, but I can’t understand it for you.

Thanks, Roscoe.

Old man is right. There aren't more than a few on here older than me.

I wonder is someone can create a senior assisted living center for old audiophiles?

Think of the possibilities!

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Walt

If I might offer some observations concerning interest in audio coming from the over 50 crowd. I see a similar age differentiation with amateur musicians, and it has a lot to do with managing life's priorities and demands such as career, family, debt, income, stability, living space, etc. Once you hit your 50's, you have probably gotten your kids through school (maybe not college), have advanced in your career or job, paid off debt (school loans), have a decent home, have more resources and time that you can devote to a hobby. The audio hobby can be an expensive one, and can be a solitary pursuit if your family is not similarly inclined or enjoys the same music. At least a home theater system can be enjoyed by everyone in the family.

For those today who are living in small apartments or sharing an apartment with others, one doesn't have the space for a 2 channel audio system, hence the current and maybe predominant interest in headphone audio. One can enjoy music in little space and without disturbing your roommates and neighbors.

For those of us who grew up in the 60's and 70's, we had it good. We grew up with 2 channel audio, it was part of the culture, and we had the space and income to pursue it before the "high-end" arrived. As equipment became more expensive, the importance of audio in our lives helped us justify feeding that passion.

Was wondering how is Slick... Now I know.

Happy Belated Birthday Slick!

Lot of super high-end audio gear is made for rich clients looking for expensive gadgets. Have you ever seen a anyone buy a Bentley or Rolls to drive? Dont think super expensive audio is any different. They are a status symbol.

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Walt

Happy Birthday Stuart!

Hope it is a musical day!

Right on Walt!

Thank you Shashi!