From the studio to the home stereo - what's really important?

[HUG-1]

Discussions with studio staff and audio enthusiasts reveal differences in approach to striving for the best sound.

Can you think of anything missing from this matrix? Any surprises?

[STHLS5]

Can you think of anything missing from this matrix?

Yes missed out one, PRICE CONSIDERATION.

Studio- important
Concert-goer- important
Audiophiles- very very important. the higher they are the better they sound.

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[delgesu]

natural sound?
studio: important
concert goer: yes
audiophile: no, spectacular, please!

best,
delgesu

[kittykat]

Equipment Size, dimensions and fit

Studio: important ?
Concert goer: n/a
Audiophile: Sometimes


Ease of use and oveerall practicality

Studio: ??
Concert goer: n/a
Audiophile: sometimes and secondary


“Audiophiles are not shallow, just fixated. “

[keithwwk]

Music interpretation and content?
Studio: important - related to cost
concert-goers: very important - related to enjoyment.
Audiophile: no. just need any short sound, even less than 30s with audiophile quality to show off will do.

[BAS-H]

Aesthetics.

Studio: No interest
Concert-goer: Strong interest
Audiophile: Some interest