Popular Post Ralf11 Posted March 16, 2018 Popular Post Share Posted March 16, 2018 Audiophila Syndrome - first recognized in DSM 3.666 characterized by obsessive behavior related to collecting electronic devices, esp. cables, and a highly narrowed focus on a very small number of musical selections thought by Pt. to exemplify “good sound” or “high fidelity.” Audiophilia Disorder is currently classified as a personality disorder characterized by a general pattern of excessive concern with orderliness of electrical cables, perfectionism, excessive attention to details such as contact cleanliness, mental and interpersonal control, and a need for control over one's listening environment, at the expense of flexibility, openness to musical forms, and efficiency. Diagnoisis: A clear diagnosis will be obtained whenever a pt. complains “It is never good enough.” Pt. typically denies any problem or disorder, and may evince extreme limbic system flareups if moderation is suggested or esp. if anyone challenges “What their ears hear.” Pt. typically denies any disorder; often maintains “I can spend my money any way I want, etc.” In extreme cases, divorce and homelessness may follow. Unknown pathogenesis, but is inversely correlated with actual knowledge of acoustics or electronics. Thus is rarely found in engineers or scientists (except social “scientists”). Incidence may be correlated with belief in other fallacious notions, such as vaccine diseases, flat-eartherism, or scientology. Extreme psychopathology esp. with respect to “Analog” or “Cableism” is associated with Munchausen syndrome Audiophilia Disorder was formerly considered merely a form of Obsessive–compulsive personality disorder with a strong focus on “perfectionism,” but work by Dr. Kraft-Ebiis-Ebfield on Cluster B pts. (Histrionic/Narcissistic spectrum) led to separation of Audiophilia into a separate Disorder, tho with strong Comorbidity. Genetics: unknown, but a significant association with various abnormalities of the Y-chromosome has been noted. Treatment: Phlogiston baths may be indicated, depending on clinical experience In mild cases, behavioral therapy may be indicated, such as allowing play behavior with a new turntable or digital noise reduction device. Therapy is enhanced if the therapist or other trusted person (“reviewer”) assures Pt. that new technology is involved. Treatment, more re advanced cases: Disorder often progresses to an advanced state with age and hearing loss or tinnitus. In such cases, pre-frontal lobotomy was formerly used, but is now dis-favored. Judicious administration of Antipsychotics may be effective, but agranulocytosis is common. Alternative Therapies: Chinese medical herbs have been used with minimal success; the best results have been obtained by exposure to strong Chinese gong noise, although consequent hearing damage may result Confused, kumakuma, mansr and 1 other 2 1 1 Link to comment
Nordkapp Posted March 16, 2018 Share Posted March 16, 2018 Is this legit? Audiophilia Disorder was formerly considered merely a form of Obsessive–compulsive personality disorder with a strong focus on “perfectionism,” but work by Dr. Kraft-Ebiis-Ebfield on Cluster B pts. (Histrionic/Narcissistic spectrum) led to separation of Audiophilia into a separate Disorder, tho with strong Comorbidity ^^^^^^This part? Link to comment
GUTB Posted March 17, 2018 Share Posted March 17, 2018 35 minutes ago, Nordkapp said: Is this legit? Audiophilia Disorder was formerly considered merely a form of Obsessive–compulsive personality disorder with a strong focus on “perfectionism,” but work by Dr. Kraft-Ebiis-Ebfield on Cluster B pts. (Histrionic/Narcissistic spectrum) led to separation of Audiophilia into a separate Disorder, tho with strong Comorbidity ^^^^^^This part? No. Hence the fictitious DSM publication (3.666). @Ralf11 is struggling as a comedian. Most of his work are unfunny one-liners that often don’t make any sense. Here he is attempting to expand on the one-liner base, but it falls flat because by inventing a DSM classification he diminishes any comedic value it might otherwise have. Making up a DSM article could still be mined for humor using the similarity of the source material — for example by making a Audiphilia DSM quick reference card and posting an image of it. Albrecht 1 Link to comment
Nordkapp Posted March 17, 2018 Share Posted March 17, 2018 Well, it was entertaining none the less. And true.......sadly. Link to comment
STC Posted March 17, 2018 Share Posted March 17, 2018 Factually, audiophilia disorder was first diagnosed in the 50s and was published in Time magazine. ST My Ambiophonics System with Virtual Concert Hall Ambience Link to comment
wgscott Posted March 17, 2018 Share Posted March 17, 2018 I love the smell of Phlogiston baths in the morning. Link to comment
Fluffytime Posted March 17, 2018 Share Posted March 17, 2018 2 hours ago, GUTB said: No. Hence the fictitious DSM publication (3.666). @Ralf11 is struggling as a comedian. Most of his work are unfunny one-liners that often don’t make any sense. Here he is attempting to expand on the one-liner base, but it falls flat because by inventing a DSM classification he diminishes any comedic value it might otherwise have. Making up a DSM article could still be mined for humor using the similarity of the source material — for example by making a Audiphilia DSM quick reference card and posting an image of it. You're so cute. Can we date? I promise I'll make you feel special. Like really special. Link to comment
Don Hills Posted March 17, 2018 Share Posted March 17, 2018 Posted 14 or 15 days too early... "People hear what they see." - Doris Day The forum would be a much better place if everyone were less convinced of how right they were. Link to comment
Popular Post Nordkapp Posted March 17, 2018 Popular Post Share Posted March 17, 2018 Aka audiophile nervosa in other circles, may also afflict those with a genetic predisposition to a certain subtext of personality tendencies including but not limited to egotism, self righteousness and delusions of intellectual superiority over their peers. They are generally referred to as "objectivists" and may become highly inflammed if their belief in scientific principles are in any way infringed upon. Teresa, wushuliu, 89reksal and 1 other 1 2 1 Link to comment
Fluffytime Posted March 17, 2018 Share Posted March 17, 2018 Yeah, because science is dumb, right? Hah, yeah! Stupid people who actually know shit. Losers. And @Nordkapp, please change your handle. We norwegians would prefer that you not drag our good name through the mud with your pseudo-science BS. I bet you've never even been there. Thanks . Link to comment
The Computer Audiophile Posted March 17, 2018 Share Posted March 17, 2018 @Fluffytime This is your one warning to stop personal attacks. If you can’t get along with people that you disagree with, you’ll have to find somewhere else to contribute your vitriol. Fluffytime 1 Founder of Audiophile Style | My Audio Systems Link to comment
The Computer Audiophile Posted March 17, 2018 Share Posted March 17, 2018 If we can’t make fun of ourselves, we are in trouble. Good effort Ralf. Founder of Audiophile Style | My Audio Systems Link to comment
Nordkapp Posted March 17, 2018 Share Posted March 17, 2018 7 hours ago, Fluffytime said: Yeah, because science is dumb, right? Hah, yeah! Stupid people who actually know shit. Losers. And @Nordkapp, please change your handle. We norwegians would prefer that you not drag our good name through the mud with your pseudo-science BS. I bet you've never even been there. Thanks . Triggered? Just joking around bro. Link to comment
Popular Post Sloop John B Posted March 17, 2018 Popular Post Share Posted March 17, 2018 12 hours ago, GUTB said: No. Hence the fictitious DSM publication (3.666). @Ralf11 is struggling as a comedian. Most of his work are unfunny one-liners that often don’t make any sense. Here he is attempting to expand on the one-liner base, but it falls flat because by inventing a DSM classification he diminishes any comedic value it might otherwise have. Making up a DSM article could still be mined for humor using the similarity of the source material — for example by making a Audiphilia DSM quick reference card and posting an image of it. I thought it was quite witty myself. Perhaps you’re overthinking things. .sjb Teresa and Confused 1 1 Link to comment
accwai Posted March 17, 2018 Share Posted March 17, 2018 3 hours ago, The Computer Audiophile said: If we can’t make fun of ourselves, we are in trouble. Interesting perceptive Chris! Would you mind elaborating a little on the making fun of ourselves part? The OP has never exhibit any of the symptoms he described in the first post above. So in your view, are "we" in trouble or not? P.S. I hit my head big time in an accident a while back so I'm a little dense. Any help would be greatly appreciated ⇐ This counts as making fun of myself right? P.P.S. I never exhibit any of the symptoms on the list either. So I'm kind of feeling left out. Anyway, don't mind me. Just keep doing whatever you guys are doing... christopher3393 1 Link to comment
Popular Post Nordkapp Posted March 17, 2018 Popular Post Share Posted March 17, 2018 fas42, Lebouwsky and Teresa 2 1 Link to comment
charlesphoto Posted March 17, 2018 Share Posted March 17, 2018 Those Chines herbs can’t possibly be as good as the herbs you need to pay huge sums for in advance and then wait a year to receive. SERVER CLOSET (in office directly below living room stereo):NUC 7i5BNH with Roon ROCK (ZeroZone 12V on the NUC)>Cisco 2690L-16PS switch>Sonore opticalModule (Uptone LPS 1.2)> LIVING ROOM: Sonore opticalRendu Roon version (Sonore Power Supply)> Shunyata Venom USB>Naim DAC V1>Witchhat DIN>Naim NAP 160 Bolt Down>Chord Rumor 2>Audio Physic Compact Classics. OFFICE: opticalModule> Sonore microRendu 1.4> Matrix Mini-i Pro 3> Naim NAP 110>NACA5>KEF Ls50's. BJC 6a and Ghent Catsnake 6a JSSG ethernet; AC cables: Shunyata Venom NR V-10; Audience Forte F3; Ice Age copper/copper; Sean Jacobs CHC PowerBlack, Moon Audio DIN>RCA, USB A>C. Isolation: Herbie's Audio Lab. Link to comment
Ralf11 Posted March 17, 2018 Author Share Posted March 17, 2018 6 hours ago, The Computer Audiophile said: If we can’t make fun of ourselves, we are in trouble. Good effort Ralf. Thx - I cribbed a lot of it from info on various personality disorders. Link to comment
Ralf11 Posted March 17, 2018 Author Share Posted March 17, 2018 5 hours ago, Nordkapp said: Triggered? Just joking around bro. maybe Vikings and their progeny should have a different std. ?? Link to comment
mansr Posted March 17, 2018 Share Posted March 17, 2018 19 hours ago, Don Hills said: Posted 14 or 15 days too early... It's St Patrick's day. Not sure what the relevance of that might be. Link to comment
Fluffytime Posted March 18, 2018 Share Posted March 18, 2018 16 hours ago, The Computer Audiophile said: @Fluffytime This is your one warning to stop personal attacks. If you can’t get along with people that you disagree with, you’ll have to find somewhere else to contribute your vitriol. Sorry about that. You are right, I did cross the line. The Computer Audiophile 1 Link to comment
realhifi Posted March 20, 2018 Share Posted March 20, 2018 On 3/17/2018 at 12:49 PM, Nordkapp said: That hurts. David Link to comment
Nordkapp Posted March 20, 2018 Share Posted March 20, 2018 1 hour ago, realhifi said: That hurts. BIG time! Link to comment
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