Interesting essay, back there, Alex.
I totally agree that there is a real danger that as you go up in price, the system's become more 'hifi' and obvious sounding. No names - but there were several seriously high priced systems at Scalford where I was a bit shocked at how un-musical they were. Screech-tizz seems to cost one hell of a lot of money if you aren't careful!
[Of course ... one person's screech-tizz is another person's wonderfully detailed treble and in-the-room presence!]
... but then again, some of the rooms were way less than perfect. I was lucky to be in a pretty good room, and I am sure that helped a lot to get the most out of the system I played. Of course, good kit helps too.
Yup, you were right - I kept my system simple and that paid big dividends, I suspect.
Good fun - roll on next year - a tentative plan is forming already for me to team up with a guy with lovely KEF 107.2 speakers.
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