Two Questions . . . One speaker related . . . one femine related:)
SolidSqual
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1. These look bad ****! I want a pair so bad. If I had the money I would buy them right now.
2. Let's pretend I have the money. My girlfriend won't let me buy them because she doesn't like the way the look! Are you effing kidding me!
How can she like my Adagios and not these? I'm about to go raise some hell. Ok here's a third question. Am I completely off-base here by believing I should be able to buy whatever I want when it is my money in an apartment that I pay for?
Her payment for my housing would be:
1. Service of my emotional and physical needs.
2. Cooking.
3. Making my doctor appointments.
Things I do which I feel cancel these out in addition to putting a roof over her head.
1. Take both her dogs out several times everyday to ****.
2. Clean the apartment as "no one can clean like I can."
3. I pay the bills and take care of anything with a contract.
Please don't misundwerstand me, I am painting a poor picture of this girl. She'd take a bat to someone's head for me and still have dinner on the table when I get home. She's loving. She's sweet. And she's going to make me die happy. But, come on.
All I ask for is one room in the house, my man lair. I believe I shuld get to do whatever I want in it! . . . . barring adultery . . .
1. These look bad ****! I want a pair so bad. If I had the money I would buy them right now.
2. Let's pretend I have the money. My girlfriend won't let me buy them because she doesn't like the way the look! Are you effing kidding me!
How can she like my Adagios and not these? I'm about to go raise some hell. Ok here's a third question. Am I completely off-base here by believing I should be able to buy whatever I want when it is my money in an apartment that I pay for?
Her payment for my housing would be:
1. Service of my emotional and physical needs.
2. Cooking.
3. Making my doctor appointments.
Things I do which I feel cancel these out in addition to putting a roof over her head.
1. Take both her dogs out several times everyday to ****.
2. Clean the apartment as "no one can clean like I can."
3. I pay the bills and take care of anything with a contract.
Please don't misundwerstand me, I am painting a poor picture of this girl. She'd take a bat to someone's head for me and still have dinner on the table when I get home. She's loving. She's sweet. And she's going to make me die happy. But, come on.
All I ask for is one room in the house, my man lair. I believe I shuld get to do whatever I want in it! . . . . barring adultery . . .
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You know what they say, it's easier to ask forgiveness than to ask permission.
Richard? Who's your favorite Little Rascal? Alfalfa? Or is it........................Spanky?.................................Sinner. -
Get them,tell her you really want them and feel you had worked hard to enjoy such simple pleasures.Then take her shopping for something she wants and let her know how much she is appreciated.HT SYSTEM-
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You'll need her buy-in. Without it, you'll catch more hell.
If you really want a woman that says "yes" to your every whim, then replace her. Otherwise, get used to it.HT/2-channel Rig: Sony 50 LCD TV; Toshiba HD-A2 DVD player; Emotiva LMC-1 pre/pro; Rogue Audio M-120 monoblocks (modded); Placette RVC; Emotiva LPA-1 amp; Bada HD-22 tube CDP (modded); VMPS Tower II SE (fronts); DIY Clearwave Dynamic 4CC (center); Wharfedale Opus Tri-Surrounds (rear); and VMPS 215 sub
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You need a man cave. I tried everything else and that is the only thing that works....
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Get them,tell her you really want them and feel you had worked hard to enjoy such simple pleasures.Then take her shopping for something she wants and let her know how much she is appreciated.
I did this all the time! But, with the amount of gear I buy, this gets expensive! Say I buy a $1,500 pair of speakers . . . In order to maximize her happiness and acceptance while at the same time balancing my budget, I have to spend atleast $300. It's the law of 1/5s. -
Anyway, anybody heard anything about these Mark and Daniel speakers?
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Ding! Ding! Ding! We have a winner!If you really want a woman that says "yes" to your every whim, then replace her. Otherwise, get used to it.Audio: Polk S15 * Polk S35 * Polk S10 * SVS SB-1000 Pro
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Solid, I can totally relate to everything you just said. I am in the same boat. . . I pay for everything regarding our apt, bills, groceries, linens, furnishings, and ask for very little in return. I do more than my share of the day to day (laundry, cleaning, etc) even though I work a full-time job. Hell, I've even drastically lightened up my drinking and recreational smoking for the betterment of our relationship, as well as cutting back on red meat.
So, I feel I and/or we have a right to put our foot down about certain things. I have only a few things that are put my foot down worthy:
- watching football all day on Sunday should I choose to
- play basketball whenever I like for as long as I choose
- play golf whenever I like as long as it's early in the morning as to not 'ruin' the whole day
- collect as much audio gear as I like even if it's piled to the roof
So, as long as you bend over backwards on enough other stuff, you should be able to get those damned speakers without any guilt.Stereo Rig: Hales Revelation 3, Musical Fidelity CD-Pre 24, Forte Model 3 amp, Lexicon RT-10 SACD, MMF-5 w/speedbox, Forte Model 2 Phono Pre, Cardas Crosslink, APC H15, URC MX-950, Lovan Stand
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You need a man cave. I tried everything else and that is the only thing that works....
I also have a slush fund(rat hole) account to supplement said man cave.. get rid of some stuff and use the funds to offset the sticker shock of larger items.. Good luck -
Can I quote you on that?You know what they say, it's easier to ask forgiveness than to ask permission.
Look, your money is your money and if she can not respect the fact that you have a hobby that takes you places that the interior design / looks aspect does not agree with, then........;)
I live with and am married to an interior designer and while she may not like the look of all of the things I bring in, she respects the fact that this is MY hobby. When she asks to listen to some of her songs, the WAF is not there at all because she reaps the sonic benefits of my hobby and all is well in the house of treitz3.
My advice.....don't get your panties in a wad about this and make it into a "the cap is off the toothpaste" thing or you both will be doomed, or at least your life will be miserable in dealing with the lovely lady or you will eventually lose the passion you have for the hobby due to the amount of grief it presents you. Try to convince her that while it may be not what she wants, it is what you desire to bring you to the next level......and that your tastes my change so they may not be in place for long.
After that, refer to the quote above......ask for forgiveness because you like them too much to get rid of them
. Then again, what you told her to begin with may come true and then you have nothing to worry about.
One more thing, please ALWAYS keep in mind that if mamma ain't happy, ain't nobody happy.
Approach this with tact, poise and class and you should be fine for the rest of your life, at least on this front.......~ In search of accurate reproduction of music. Real sound is my reference and while perfection may not be attainable? If I chase it, I might just catch excellence. ~ -
I love your style there brother!AndyGwis wrote:collect as much audio gear as I like even if it's piled to the roof ~ In search of accurate reproduction of music. Real sound is my reference and while perfection may not be attainable? If I chase it, I might just catch excellence. ~ -
Can I quote you on that?
Look, your money is your money and if she can not respect the fact that you have a hobby that takes you places that the interior design / looks aspect does not agree with, then........;)
I live with and am married to an interior designer and while she may not like the look of all of the things I bring in, she respects the fact that this is MY hobby. When she asks to listen to some of her songs, the WAF is not there at all because she reaps the sonic benefits of my hobby and all is well in the house of treitz3.
My advice.....don't get your panties in a wad about this and make it into a "the cap is off the toothpaste" thing or you both will be doomed, or at least your life will be miserable in dealing with the lovely lady or you will eventually lose the passion you have for the hobby due to the amount of grief it presents you. Try to convince her that while it may be not what she wants, it is what you desire to bring you to the next level......and that your tastes my change so they may not be in place for long.
After that, refer to the quote above......ask for forgiveness because you like them too much to get rid of them. Then again, what you told her to begin with may come true and then you have nothing to worry about.
One more thing, please ALWAYS keep in mind that if mamma ain't happy, ain't nobody happy.
Approach this with tact, poise and class and you should be fine for the rest of your life, at least on this front.......
Nice advice. needed to hear it. -
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Where is the remote? Where is the $%#$% remote!
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Those things are gorgeous especially on the stands.
I would take her gently in your arms put your face and lips an inch from hers and say, "my love I love you very, very much." Then kiss her gently release her and then go over to the PC and order them! -
She'll either get over it or be mad for a long time.......
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Maybe find some dusty, beaten up SDAs on CL somewhere. Tell her you just found the deal of the century on some awesome, classic Polk speakers that are worth THOUSANDS!!! Act all excited and tell her you're planning to check them out and hopefully buy them this weekend.
She'll probably sit down at the computer and order those cute bookies for you after seeing how bad the habit could be.Stereo Rig: Hales Revelation 3, Musical Fidelity CD-Pre 24, Forte Model 3 amp, Lexicon RT-10 SACD, MMF-5 w/speedbox, Forte Model 2 Phono Pre, Cardas Crosslink, APC H15, URC MX-950, Lovan Stand
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SolidSqual wrote: »Anyway, anybody heard anything about these Mark and Daniel speakers?
I've heard the M&K's at Stephen Monte's store, Quest for Sound. They sounded awesome, great bass extension, very musical presentation all around. The only downside was that they were in the same room as my AAD 2001 monitors. Well, needless to say the M&K speakers will not be replacing the AAD's. Not even close. Well worth a listen if you can find a local dealer."2 Channel & 11.2 HT "Two Channel:Magnepan LRSSchiit Audio Freya S - SS preConsonance Ref 50 - Tube preParasound HALO A21+ 2 channel ampBluesound NODE 2i streameriFi NEO iDSD DAC Oppo BDP-93KEF KC62 sub Home Theater:Full blown 11.2 set up. -
Interesting read. DO you know how the Ruby or the Maximus stack up against the Topaz? Which would you prefer?
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I would zap her with a tazer and ask again.CTC BBQ Amplifier, Sonic Frontiers Line3 Pre-Amplifier and Wadia 581 SACD player. Speakers? Always changing but for now, Mission Argonauts I picked up for $50 bucks, mint.
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edit: There's no way in hell you could read that review, that quickly. hah. As for how the two compare. Its simple - they are both cut from the same cloth and will have identical character. The difference is; the Topaz will have greater efficiency at the expense of bass output and extension. The Ruby will hit slightly lower, and notably harder... but it will take a he-man of an amp to bring it out. No, the Khartago won't have the cajones to get the job done (the Strato's Extremes will just barely pass the test).
Haha, not surprised to read that, I skimmed it, but you'd be surprised how fast you can teach yourself to read and understand. I was actually reading any typing at the same time. -
Am I completely off-base here by believing I should be able to buy whatever I want when it is my money in an apartment that I pay for?
No... You are not.
Buy the speakers, and unless she is truly shallow, it isn't going to ruin the relationship. There is nothing wrong with the classic "breadwinner/homemaker" arrangement. I happen to prefer this, but it doesn't work for everyone, obviously. There is nothing wrong with wanting to have clearly defined roles.
We are a generation of men raised by women, time to put our feet down guys. If there are any female audiophiles listening, time to put your feet down girls. When it comes to the stereo, we audiophiles call the shots! -
I also have a slush fund(rat hole) account to supplement said man cave.. get rid of some stuff and use the funds to offset the sticker shock of larger items.. Good luck
LOL, oh yeah, put a sign on the door that says: NO MAAM! -
A girlfriend telling you what you can and cannot buy with your money? Unless she's looking out for your well being because of debt, other obligations, etc... You're in for trouble."He who fights with monsters should look to it that he himself does not become a monster. And when you gaze long into an abyss the abyss also gazes into you." Friedrich Nietzsche
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We have a rule in my house: if you plug it in, (other than household appliances), I pick it. All computer, TV, and audio purchases are totally and completely my domain. I would suggest you two find a similar happy demarc.Florida_Gator
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I can't believe all the trouble most guys have with their better halves when it comes to purchases with your own money.
Not something I have ever had to deal with. She buys what she wants, I buy what I want, all the bills are paid, neither of us carry any CC debt. What's the big deal? -
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A girlfriend telling you what you can and cannot buy with your money? Unless she's looking out for your well being because of debt, other obligations, etc... You're in for trouble.
I agree. My credit is perfect. She just doesn't understand why I need to try other speakers or upgrade when "it already sounds find' to her. "Why don't we use that money to go somewhere together instead." Which we have done . . . but, I see audio as an investment. Going to India or China or Europe is an investment. Going to NYC or Chicago to shop as our big trip is not an investment.
Don't get me wrong, she's an amazing women. Simply one of the best and I know I am lucky. But, I've always done what I want with my money. I just don't want to feel guilty about it when I know I shouldn't. -
I can't wait until you two get married and you leave the polk thread open one day and she searches your post and stumbles across this tread and kicks your a$$!!!!!
LOL....just kidding...Boy friend & Girl friend..... You are well with in your rights to get them.:eek: From the bottom it looks like a steep incline, From the top another down hill slope of mine.:mad: But I know the equilibrium's there!:cool: .."Faith No More"
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Women buy "gear' too - shoes, purses, coats, etc. when they don't need new ones and the old ones look fine. So whats the difference between the two? Nothing IMO. Shoes, purses, etc. can be expensive depending on the designer and based on numbers alone the ladies usually have us beat in terms of who has the most "gear".SolidSqual wrote: »I agree. My credit is perfect. She just doesn't understand why I need to try other speakers or upgrade when "it already sounds find' to her. "Why don't we use that money to go somewhere together instead." Which we have done . . . but, I see audio as an investment. Going to India or China or Europe is an investment. Going to NYC or Chicago to shop as our big trip is not an investment.
Don't get me wrong, she's an amazing women. Simply one of the best and I know I am lucky. But, I've always done what I want with my money. I just don't want to feel guilty about it when I know I shouldn't.Audio: Polk S15 * Polk S35 * Polk S10 * SVS SB-1000 Pro
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SolidSqual wrote: »Don't get me wrong, she's an amazing women. Simply one of the best and I know I am lucky. But, I've always done what I want with my money. I just don't want to feel guilty about it when I know I shouldn't.
Buy them, don't feel guilty. Her reaction may give you a little glimpse of what the future could be like.
I'm curious, why doesn't she help out with any of the housing costs? Does she work?
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