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There are lightweight music lovers who primarily listen to background music. Why should they invest in a megabuck (stereo) system? On the other hand there are many technophile audiophiles who primarily esteem the latest and most expensive technology. And there are audiophiles who primarily value luxury aspects. Only few appreciate primarily a high-fidelity approach that focuses on the reproduction of the original sound quality. Psychoacoustic aspects come into the 'game' meaning the best match between speakers and listening room and between speakers and amplifier. The ideal would be having an active speaker designed as a point-source. Tiny nearfield-monitors can already realize the HIFI goal for a most affordable price. No pomposity needed as with muscle cars! :-)