wuzzzer Posted February 26, 2009 Share Posted February 26, 2009 I'm beginning to wonder why I never seem to be satisfied with the audio equipment I have. I've had my Forte IIs and my TV the longest of anything in my signature below. On Saturday I'm picking up a pair of KG 3.5s I bought on eBay from a somewhat local seller. I just sold my RS-42s that I was using as side surrounds. Before the RS-42s I had a pair of SS.5s. Since I've had my Fortes I've had 4 different sources of amplification: Sonic Impact T-amp, Rotel RB-980BX 2 channel amp, Harman/Kardon HK3480 integrated amp and my current Onkyo TX-SR805. I've gone through about 5 CD players in the past few years from Cambridge Audio and Denon. I've had a Harman/Kardon and two different Oppo DVD players. Before my Forte IIs I had RF-7s and before that I had RF-25s. I had a Quartet as a center speaker for about 6 months. I had a SVS PC-Plus 16-46 previously and also a Hsu MBM-12. There's probably more gear that I've forgot about too. My wife's usually ok with anything I get as long as I can sell something to help pay for it or pay for the whole thing. I have to admit, I've bought most of the items I have at prices almost too good to pass up: Forte IIs for $275, SVS CS-Ultras and amp for $850 shipped, KG 3.5s for $152.50, Onkyo receiver for $480 shipped, and other good deals. Several times I've made money on buying and selling. At this moment I can definitely say that I am very happy with everything I have. I hope the 3.5s serve me well as side surrounds. I listen to a lot of music and music concerts and like the idea of a more full-range speaker as a side surround. Hopefully I'll be able to make the 3.5s the one and only purchase this year that will affect what's shown below! [:S] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bhendrix Posted February 26, 2009 Share Posted February 26, 2009 This is the "Madness" Mr. Colter has been warning us about. You're still playing with the "toys". Wait 'til you start collecting all the pro speakers. [6][][:S] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DU73 Posted February 27, 2009 Share Posted February 27, 2009 I think many of us would never be truly satisified as once we get what we want, re new power amp or new speaker. we almost immediatly want something else. it is never ending.. i cant stop thinking about the RC64 now.... I gotta have.. i would love to dip into the heritage range but 2 things really stopping me from going down this route and that is room size and money... as for pro speakers..... one can only dream.... I would love just to listen to some.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deang Posted February 27, 2009 Share Posted February 27, 2009 The regular stuff sounds just like the pro stuff if you sit three feet away from it.[] Changing gear out is normal and fun. I worry about the folks that listen to the same thing year in and year out over and over again. Talk about boring. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tommyboy Posted February 27, 2009 Share Posted February 27, 2009 Don't worry buddy, you're not alone! I'm the same way. I'm never happy or satisfied. I did promise my girl taht I wouldn't buy anything for at least a year though, but HIGHLY doubt I'll be able to do it! We'll see what happens Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jacksonbart Posted February 27, 2009 Share Posted February 27, 2009 Its cheaper than changing wives. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill H. Posted February 27, 2009 Share Posted February 27, 2009 I see two reasons : 1. I've bought most of the items I have at prices almost too good to pass up: 2. It seems to me that you favor the warmer sound of the Heritage/kg line over the Reference line............. Right up their with - Why do women have to have a pair of shoes for every outfit................ (I'am gone.............). JMHO. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
colterphoto1 Posted February 27, 2009 Share Posted February 27, 2009 1. something different always sounds better? for a while anyway. 2. it's a sicknes, this is a really good activity for those with mild ADHD or O/C syndrome. 3. As I understand it (from a book on de-cluttering your home) , the difference between clutter and collection is that a collection is a group of similar or related articles, and that if you derive benefit or pleasure from keeping a collection, that qualifies as a HOBBY. SO THERE! Michael Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
colterphoto1 Posted February 27, 2009 Share Posted February 27, 2009 The regular stuff sounds just like the pro stuff if you sit three feet away from it. shut up Dean [:#] yer buddy, Michael Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deang Posted February 27, 2009 Share Posted February 27, 2009 Its cheaper than changing wives. No it's not. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deang Posted February 27, 2009 Share Posted February 27, 2009 The regular stuff sounds just like the pro stuff if you sit three feet away from it. shut up Dean yer buddy, Michael LOL! Well, it does. See, you can either sit far back from a big horn, or put yer head in a little horn. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
colterphoto1 Posted February 27, 2009 Share Posted February 27, 2009 can't I just put my head in a BIG horn and call it a day? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deang Posted February 27, 2009 Share Posted February 27, 2009 Well, you kinda have to -- you gotta big head that won't fit in a small horn. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tommyboy Posted February 27, 2009 Share Posted February 27, 2009 "It's cheaper than changing wives" My divorce only cost about half of my system.............. But, this hobby is a lot more fun than a divorce! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
colterphoto1 Posted February 27, 2009 Share Posted February 27, 2009 dang, you gotta give em HALF? That's like 60 speakers over here. Guess I'm of the market, ladies! M Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SilverSport Posted February 27, 2009 Share Posted February 27, 2009 Wuzzer...that's about it...give us a shout after you start buying back some of the stuff you already sold off...[] Bill Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tommyboy Posted February 27, 2009 Share Posted February 27, 2009 Wuzzer...that's about it...give us a shout after you start buying back some of the stuff you already sold off... Bill LOL, I just did that with my HK power amp.........Just hooked it back up last night! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Me Loves Khorns Posted February 27, 2009 Share Posted February 27, 2009 The first step is admiting there is a problem. Now, I am not talking about me, of course, I don't have a problem. What kind of problem are you talking about? I know it is 'just' a stereo, but this other thingy would make it sound even BETTER! That isn't a problem, that is improvement? Oh well, I am in da madness too.... Paul Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
winchester21 Posted February 28, 2009 Share Posted February 28, 2009 I sure am glad that I do not have that problem. It must be very tough to deal with. Not to mention all of the time and gas to go get the stuff. Hello Roger Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HiStep Posted March 1, 2009 Share Posted March 1, 2009 There is NO CURE for UPGRADE-ITUS! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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