[Tfug] speakers

[Christopher Robbins]

On 9/25/07, George Cohn <gwcohn at simplybits.net> wrote:
>
> Sean Warburton wrote:
> > You need some Vegas! Cerwin Vegas are the best. I just have a 7.1receiver
> > (THX and DPL2 certified, for awesome surround sound) and instead of
> front
> > and rear channel, I have 6 floor standing speakers and a center speaker.
> I
> > know, looks dorky, but gets very loud. Already had one noise ordinance
> > warning here at the U of A dorm. So do that, you will not regret it, I
> > guarantee it.
>
> As an older person with a very serious hearing loss, I need to comment
> here, although I hope you don't take it as preaching.
>
> Many studies have shown that continued exposure to loud sounds does
> damage a persons hearing, especially in the ranges to discern speech.
>
> I feel that with the emphasis on loud music and rolling boom box cars,
> we are raising a nation of young folks who will suffer from hearing
> losses later on.  Besides, my taste in music is probably not the same as
> yours or the person next to you.  ;-)
>
> I find that a good set of headphones allows me to enjoy music and
> doesn't infringe on the privacy of those around me.
>
> Off my soapbox now.....
>
> George Cohn


Huh? :)

  - Chris


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Chris Robbins
Systems Programmer
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