I went with the entry level the studio monitor route with Tidal + DAC + treatment and more than anything it showcases how shitty some things were recorded. Everyone warns you about it so it’s not a huge surprise - just disappointing on mainstream albums. I’m not insufferable so I’ll still listen, I’m just conscious of quality.
I think if I went the “easy listening” or “living room 2 channel” audiophile route I’d notice it less and appreciate the warmth more than my ‘naïve first-timer purchase’ into critical listening.
I went with the entry level the studio monitor route with Tidal + DAC + treatment and more than anything it showcases how shitty some things were recorded. Everyone warns you about it so it’s not a huge surprise - just disappointing on mainstream albums. I’m not insufferable so I’ll still listen, I’m just conscious of quality.
I think if I went the “easy listening” or “living room 2 channel” audiophile route I’d notice it less and appreciate the warmth more than my ‘naïve first-timer purchase’ into critical listening.