I understand the point and it makes sense. I'm simply saying that I think 100 albums is a nice place to start and your more than a casual listner.
I dont think 3k is a lot to spend on a stereo system if you want to get into some a few notches up. Some of the boutique systems and high priced components have really hit the clouds. The number of people who are capable of spending 30k ++ on stereo gear could be even less than the top 2% wage earners? Say John, How far from Greenport are you? can make a run up the road to Stidd and pick up a few seats for me.
Oh, but if you only had a handfull of CD's; but wanted them to sound really good. at what point to you stop listening to the pop up stereo from Walmart?
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