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The stereo room and HT room have been purpose built to co-exist. And the old adage about the ROOM being the last frontier or the most influential factor is TRUE, very TRUE.

It's difficult to have two things at the same time. But I try . . .

In Europe, houses are smaller and dedicated music rooms are scarce and a luxury. So music systems should be made to fit in normal living rooms . . .

It also doubles as my study. Deco tip to fellow audiophiles: fully stocked bookshelves (wall to wall) may not be as effective as a dedicated absorbtion/deflection setup, but it does come rather close. It also looks a whole lot better.

Rather between good sound and girlfriend.

That's the way it should be! Re: your web page---you should post your recommended components on the page . . . 1 month after.

This is my first house, so I didn't have a choice as to the room layout. But we are looking to build a new one, so this time I can get the type of room I need. Although with a really good pair of speakers (VR-6's) I don't think it matters, as long as there is some sound-absorbing material somewhere.

As a young audiophile, I have to deal with my surroundings as they are. However, future plans call for a dedicated listening room!

It always seems to be a trade-off between functionality and good sound. Wherever possible, I always go for good sound.

A dedicated room is the next "upgrade."

Living in a college dorm makes it rather difficult to set up the room just how you want it, but with a little planning you can arrange the room so you can get semi-decent sound!

It's pretty tough finding an audio system that will sound good especially, when one has a life much more than music alone. I have furniture also.

Changing the room layout increases the obsession. More obsession means less enjoyment. Set it, then forget it.

I would love to be able to afford a large home with a dedicated soundroom, but cannot. My living room must suffice for audio, video, entertaining, relaxation, guest quarters (on the sofa), and often dining. While I have been able to achieve respectable sound in my room, I know that "reference" sound quality is beyond my means at this time. I suspect that MOST audiophiles are in the same boat.

My listening room is the most critical component of our music system. Electronics come and go, accessories move in and out of favor, but the room is a constant that objectifies the performance of everything in it

I actually based the purchase of my new home on the ability for the living room in it to support my audio system.

I find the best location for my speakers and audio equipment and then I place the furniture. I prefer to see my equipment as well as listen. After all, electronic components are beautiful.

I like good sound, my wife likes functional living. I don't completely lose out . . . I inch the equipment in place gradually over time until it's found in the way. Then the inching begins again.

Our living room, opening to a dining room, is also our stereo room. The principal benefit is that music is, with us, most of our time indoors. We especially enjoy music with dinner.

After buying the equipment, who has money left for a dedicated listening room? Not me!

I'm not sure I fully like the word "struggle" in my case, but I do compromise a bit each way. Music is very important to me, but I have to be able to live the rest of my life, too.

I seem to be always moving my room around to find that special spot where the sound is the best.

My listening room was constructed according to recommendations set forth in the Master Handbook of Accoustics by F. Alton Everest and is entirely separate from the house. Many expensive hi-fi systems are severely compromised by poor room accoustics!

I don't like the idea of a dedicated room. I want the music where I'm going to be living and where it can be shared. Even though I'm a Virgo, a second system to get anal over seems a bit over the top.

I am really young, but I really enjoy setting up my system the way it is now, where I just feel I am there with the music.

Can't imagine a music room with speakers hidden behind furniture...

A dedicated listening room would be nice some day.

Catch-22! If I were to sell my equipment, I would be able to afford a properly constructed listening room.

Unfortunately I'm in an apartment, so I must share my listening room with my living room. But I know that one day I'll have a house, and finally be able to have a dedicated listening room.

Unfortunately it's not always practical to design a room around one's perfect system, but if I have my way my next project will literally be a shrine to my audio system. Oh, to dream . . .