"Serge Auckland" wrote in message
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"Rob" wrote


Is distortion always bad?

Is distortion always bad? Now there's an interesting question.



It certainly is - I have often wondered why some people run away
shrieking at the mention of the word 'distortion' like it's a contagion
when it only describes a characteristic of non-linearity and one which
is ultimately inescapable...??



However, the improvements in sound reproduction have bored some, who
have returned to very obsolete technology in an attempt to stir up
some excitement. So, plenty to exercise us.


The words 'dull' and 'bland' are the ones that come to mind when I think
of the sound of some of the 'blameless' kit playing certain (most) CDs -
so shoot us for wanting/seeking summat a little more *emotionally
involving*...!!

Proof of the pudding? Give a person a CD to play on an SS system and
give him the remote control - then wait and see how long before he/she
starts 'track skipping'...