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In the Thread: Why audio itself is wasted efforts
Post Subject: We are creatures of habit!Posted by rowuk on: 2/26/2026
It is true that there is a period of acclimation when combining the most special instruments and musicians. This period can be from weeks to years depending on how close the instrument is to previous musical habits. Some instruments also need to be constantly played to keep the player well tuned in. Sometimes we have to give up because the demands made by the instrument simply cannot be followed.
I know of no cases where like with HiFi gear, some people try something new and claim to be immediately "blown away". I do not believe that this is possible if we already have a well tuned system and just change something. Different yes, but better? Whatever changes must withstand the test of time to enter our perception, be accepted and then become "better". This does raise the question if the "best" of anything is the right challenge for our perception. Perhaps we get a "better reaction" if everything is not "perfectly matched". My trumpet students mature MUCH faster when they get student instruments in the beginning and professional instruments when they have developed the necessary skills/habits later on. Maybe we need to consider audio systems with training wheels?Rerurn to Romy the Cat's Site