"George" wrote:

Why "accuracy"? For certain Usenet poseurs, this is the question
that dare
not speak its name.

Normals and 'borgs alike would surely accept that the purpose of an
audio
system is to enable us to enjoy listening to recorded music. Normals
choose
the pieces of a system that maximizes listening pleasure. How does
praying
to the god of "accuracy" help attain that end?

I believe I know the answer to my question, but that answer is
bizarre.
Rather than suggest my own answer, I ask the "accuracy" lovers to
explain
their choice.

Well done.

The important thing is fidelity, of course, which should be high.

You can explore an interesting and productive train of thought if you
start from the notion that your system is a musical instrument.
Consider the historical role of music and its means of distribution.
Accuracy is essential to live communication, but so too is sensitivity
to context and personal expression.

Reductionism has led precision to a dead end.

What's your "answer"? Don't be shy.

Ian