STOP Worrying About These 5 Things in Audio!

In this video I discuss the top 5 things audiophiles NEED to stop worrying about. These topics come up often from our viewers on Youtube and forum members as well as direct emails to us from readers of the Audioholics website.

0:00 Introduction
0:58 AV Receiver Impedance Selector Switch
2:30 Cables and Audio Tweaks
5:05 Youtube Listening Demos
7:10 Purchase Validation from Others
9:03 Dress it up!
9:23 Waiting for New Models

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[laurocantu]

I think my truck always runs and handles better after I wash it...I think once you purchase your products and are happy with the sound and performance, you should immediately stop watching reviews on new and upcoming products. All they do is leave you second guessing your decisions.

[edsonmenini]

"you don't need validation from others, even from us" is very honest and revealing, thanks for that! 👋

[blueriverlore]

I have 70 year old ears and eyes. I can't hear frequencies above 13 Khz and I wear glasses. I could throw all the money in the world at a system that costs me $150K but getting old has reminded me that I'm very happy with my current setup.

[EHiggins]

"I need to hear how your speakers sound through my speakers" XD
It is like the old TV commercials that show you how awesome another TV looks on your TV.

[gww]

If you truly believe that cables (or other associated tweaks) will improve sound quality, then you will absolutely hear differences. I firmly believe that music sounds better between 6pm - 8pm in the evening, and even better when the weather is nice outside. Perception is everything.

[davidjudd]

A friend of mine couldn't quite fit his new receiver into his cabinet.
I went over there with a rasp and widened the slot. He said that, that was the best audio file he ever saw.

[axebeard]

I built a decent home theater and didn’t use it for like 3 months because I was busy working all the time. When I finally sat down to watch a movie it sounded so much better than I remembered.

[doctorbritain]

I find the type of wine I'm drinking when listening to music makes more difference than almost anything else. A fine Bordeaux sounds best.

[SimplyGetPaid]

@1:58 🤔🧐 SO FUNNY YOU BRING THIS UP.. ..I FIRST SET UP MY RECEIVER AND SETTLED ON 4 OHMS AFTER GOING BACK AND FORTH BETWEEN 4 AND 8 OHMS BECAUSE IT SEEMINGLY SOUNDED LOUDER AT THE TIME.. ..ABOUT 6 MOS LATER, ON A BORED DAY, I REVISITED THAT SELECTION AND WAS ASTONISHED AT HOW I COULD HAVE MISSED THE ABSENCE OF DYNAMIC RANGE (AND FIDELITY)..

[Lif-]

Simple, plain words of great erudition!
Delivered almost as plea to a multitude of slack jawed, gullible consumers.
I do hope someone is listening.

Respect.

[BillDouglass-md]

The only thing every audiofile should concentrate on is working on room treatments not so much on equipment. 😊

[Infidelio]

The most blinged audiophile systems remind me of religious altars. Everything is perfectly spaced and tiered. The holy speaker cables must not be allowed to touch the floor. The vinyl comes out like the most holy book, cleaned to laboratory perfection and zapped with an anti-static gun. But seriously, belief plays such a large role in the industry. 'Can you hear the divine soundstage, brothers and sisters?' 'You must have faith.' 'The double-blind listening test is Satan trying to test your faith.' "Believe, believe!"

[markh]

Especially the part about seeking validation from others. Well said. Everybody has their own biases and preferences.

[raulgarcia]

Excellent summary of many of the points you’ve made over the years. The one I connected with is seeking validation after purchase. At some point I realized that I just needed to stop watching reviews and just spend the time enjoying content and getting know my gear. I took six months off YouTube and it made a big difference. Now I can watch reviews just for entertainment while I enjoy the gear I have, a lot based on Audioholics recommendations.

[schaunkleynhaus]

I'm going to bookmark the video and listen to it every time I want to buy something. Great advice man. Ons of your best.

[SpockLogic]

I feel everyone, whether beginner or a veteran, in our hobby and passion, needs to watch this video. No-nonense, logical advice from a man who also understands the science of audio.

Well done, Gene!

[bobtowncarguy]

I agree with everything you said. The only person who needs to love your system is you. Don't overspend on things. Most of the audio products depreciate. There are a few products that hold their value.

[The-Wise-One]

Awesome Advice. Love your Spirit, Energy, Honesty! Thank you so much, your knowledge has helped me so much over the years. Wish this was my career.

[crashedcorvette]

The information was extremely helpful, especially the beginning about impedance. I am mixing brands of speakers, and 4 ohm and 5 ohm and 8 ohm in an 11 channel system. I just keep the receiver cooler by running a fan cooler on the top that also helps with ventilation

[cnman]

Thankyou for taking a "realistic " approach . You are so correct on all 5 of those points!