A devoted audiophile explains to his nephew that marriage, like a sound room, needs clear boundaries and the right match—get it wrong, and everything falls out of tune.
Writer B. Jan Montana’s childhood awe of the Titanic’s selfless musicians sparks lifelong reflections on life, mortality, and religion, ultimately embracing joy over rigid dogma.
Reflecting on past gear and personal growth, the author finds that mistakes—whether in audio or life—are inevitable, but embracing them can lead to better sound, stronger relationships, and genuine self-acceptance.
Caught between honesty and harmony, Guild president Jim Tonne navigates tricky audio evaluations and acoustics advice with wit, a spectrum analyzer, and a firm belief in room treatment—despite the inevitable aesthetic compromises.