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"Howard Ferstler" wrote In issue 94 of The Sensible Sound (Feb/Mar, 2003), I reviewed a specialized CD produced by a Canadian outfit. Specifically, the disc is designed to test the hearing acuity of an individual from 20 Hz on up to 20 kHz. In that review, I outlined how well I did with the test. I also tested a few other people. No, I did not score like an 18 year old. Unfortunately without including the calibration of the auditory environment, headphones and playback equipment this CD can only provide unreliable generalities. It certainly could not be used for a scientifically based testing of subjects. There is little doubt that most older reviewers have a hearing loss to some extent. Fortunately, most of the older guys who can finally afford high-end gear are probably in the same boat. Yes, you have a financially self-serving disability. Those that can "afford high-end" have never read Sensible Sound. You appeal mostly to Newbies. Do you have (Sensible Sound) demographics to support otherwise? I suspect that the average subscription time is below that of Stereophile or TAS... and comprise a younger and more financially limited population too. |
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"John Atkinson" wrote Both Kalman Rubinson and I have published our hearing test results in the magazine. Volume and page number, please? I don't have these indexed. You published the auditory test results in Stereophile but you can't remember when or where, is that what you're saying? If so why bring it up in the first place if you can't substantiate/validate it? You can find Kal's hearing results in his Stereophile review of the Auditory Test CD... Zzzzzzz.... my hearing sensitivity falls within "Normal" limits,.... That tells me nothing. 5 years ago I could hear a pure 16.5kHz tone at moderate spls. "5 years ago"... you might have remembered the the magazine's published content. |
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"George M. Middius" wrote I wouldn't presume. Although if you do imbibe something and it enables you to post more cogently, I'd commend you on your choice. Well, that's unfortunate, George. I guess I'm on my own again. I'm doubtful my chioces would include Red Bull or Sobe ("cogently" improvers). Not without a shot of vodka, too. Whatever you tried before that paragraph wasn't successful. Although pricey I can recommend a bottle of Don Julio - Anejo. Smooth, served straight-up... no lemon or salt is required. My awareness (cognitive function) was indeed heightened . |
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Powell wrote:
"Howard Ferstler" wrote In issue 94 of The Sensible Sound (Feb/Mar, 2003), I reviewed a specialized CD produced by a Canadian outfit. Specifically, the disc is designed to test the hearing acuity of an individual from 20 Hz on up to 20 kHz. In that review, I outlined how well I did with the test. I also tested a few other people. No, I did not score like an 18 year old. Unfortunately without including the calibration of the auditory environment, headphones and playback equipment this CD can only provide unreliable generalities. It certainly could not be used for a scientifically based testing of subjects. Agreed, at least regarding headphones. (Amps and CD players certainly have the required flat bandwidth issue covered.) However, it certainly is superior to the guessing that most of you golden ears use as a reference. The company was pretty clear on how to set up the measurement procedure, and they even supplied headphone recommendations. In any case, I get the impression that you gave the disc a try and did not do particularly well. There is little doubt that most older reviewers have a hearing loss to some extent. Fortunately, most of the older guys who can finally afford high-end gear are probably in the same boat. Yes, you have a financially self-serving disability. No doubt I would be lionized if I converted to the tweako point of view. Heck, even Stereophile or TAS might hire me then. No thanks, because then I would have to hang out with people like you. Those that can "afford high-end" have never read Sensible Sound. Or much else that makes sense, either. You appeal mostly to Newbies. And do not appeal to the audio lunatic fringe. Do you have (Sensible Sound) demographics to support otherwise? I suspect that the publisher does not sweat such details. Only self-serving editors would poll for statistics of that kind and publish the results. I suspect that the average subscription time is below that of Stereophile or TAS... and comprise a younger and more financially limited population too. The wild thing about tweakos who have more money than sense is that they spend big on exotic gear as a way to prove both to themselves and to the masses that they are special in so many ways. By the way, you posted the above info (if we can call it that) at 2:11 PM. Do you have a job? Yeah, I know: you freelance out of your house, just like all the other tweakos who post copiously during the middle of the day. Howard Ferstler |
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"Howard Ferstler" wrote Yes, you have a financially self-serving disability. No doubt I would be lionized if I converted to the tweako point of view. Heck, even Stereophile or TAS might hire me then. So you think you're some kind of celebrity ("lionized") . Perhaps like Arny you think that there should be a "Be Howard For A Day" newsgroup, too? No thanks, because then I would have to hang out with people like you. Hehehe... I'm wounded, Howard. You appeal mostly to Newbies. And do not appeal to the audio lunatic fringe. If that's TAS, Stereophile, et cetera subscribers then yes. Do you have (Sensible Sound) demographics to support otherwise? I suspect that the publisher does not sweat such details. Only self-serving editors would poll for statistics of that kind and publish the results. Perhaps that's why SS is near the bottom in market share ("publisher")... lack of readership. I suspect that the average subscription time is below that of Stereophile or TAS... and comprise a younger and more financially limited population too. The wild thing about tweakos who have more money than sense is that they spend big on exotic gear as a way to prove both to themselves and to the masses that they are special in so many ways. Talking like a bigot is a really attractive side to your personality, Howard. Here's a metaphor for you "when I'm unhappy I can clearly see the short comings in others." I feel sad for you that you have become so bitter in your old age. By the way, you posted the above info (if we can call it that) at 2:11 PM. Do you have a job? Yeah, I know: you freelance out of your house, just like all the other tweakos who post copiously during the middle of the day. "copiously"??? You must be kidding or just stupid. |
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Paul Dormer wrote: "Powell" emitted: John Atkinson suggested: You can find Kal's hearing results in his Stereophile review of the Auditory Test CD... Zzzzzzz.... I do believe I have that copy. The review is available in the free on-line archives at www.stereophile.com. John Atkinson Editor, Stereophile |
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