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Although our basement isn’t finished I managed to create a space (11.5x16.5) using what I had available and where I could enjoy listening to my music collection. I’ve just rearranged it again, as the pic below will show, and I’m happy with the quality of sound I’m getting. I’ve moved the rack a little further into the room by about 6” as I wanted better access behind it. I also moved the speakers further into the room and slightly closer together. Over the next few weeks I will play with speaker positioning to see where it leads.
Along with a few other members my system can best be described as entry-level audiophile if one only considers the price of entry. However, I have been very diligent in researching and auditioning the components before considering their purchase. This, IMO, has led to a system that is for me extremely satisfying. As someone interested in getting the best sound I can there are a few upgrades that I hope will one day come to be, but it’s not something that I must have happen. Since I’ve never been a person to truly long for things I know I can maintain my current level of enjoyment with ease. Everything else is just a bonus in my view.
I do get a bit more passionate about music and perhaps sometimes do long somewhat (yes, I admit I’m not totally without longing), especially with regard to certain vinyl pressings. My primary reason for being in this hobby is the music. It is what drives me and why I wanted to assemble a nice little audio system to enhance my enjoyment by getting the most out of those narrow grooves. As you’ve probably noticed by now, I am much more active on the forum in the music section. I love talking about, learning from, and sometimes providing, information that is shared among us about albums, artists and different pressings that have captured my/our attention.
My collection consists of approximately 3,000 LPs and 300-350 CDs. The vast majority of it is Rock and all of the subgenres. I’m also a big fan of R&B/Soul and Blues. And regardless of genre I love acoustic and live recordings. I also really enjoy “world” music and want to expand my collection of those albums a little bit this year.
So that’s it. A one-picture snapshot into my world and a few words as to why I created my little basement sanctuary. I hope you’ve enjoyed the read!
JV
Along with a few other members my system can best be described as entry-level audiophile if one only considers the price of entry. However, I have been very diligent in researching and auditioning the components before considering their purchase. This, IMO, has led to a system that is for me extremely satisfying. As someone interested in getting the best sound I can there are a few upgrades that I hope will one day come to be, but it’s not something that I must have happen. Since I’ve never been a person to truly long for things I know I can maintain my current level of enjoyment with ease. Everything else is just a bonus in my view.
I do get a bit more passionate about music and perhaps sometimes do long somewhat (yes, I admit I’m not totally without longing), especially with regard to certain vinyl pressings. My primary reason for being in this hobby is the music. It is what drives me and why I wanted to assemble a nice little audio system to enhance my enjoyment by getting the most out of those narrow grooves. As you’ve probably noticed by now, I am much more active on the forum in the music section. I love talking about, learning from, and sometimes providing, information that is shared among us about albums, artists and different pressings that have captured my/our attention.
My collection consists of approximately 3,000 LPs and 300-350 CDs. The vast majority of it is Rock and all of the subgenres. I’m also a big fan of R&B/Soul and Blues. And regardless of genre I love acoustic and live recordings. I also really enjoy “world” music and want to expand my collection of those albums a little bit this year.
So that’s it. A one-picture snapshot into my world and a few words as to why I created my little basement sanctuary. I hope you’ve enjoyed the read!
JV
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