I am.

I have been a lover of high-fidelity
sound since I was a teenager – over sixty years ago. I was one of
the first persons to buy a quadraphonic amplifier that controlled
four speakers, instead of the stereo (two speakers) I had enjoyed.
This was a forerunner of the surround sound we have today.

I prefer listening to music through my
eight speakers in my house than watching a movie.

I am blessed that I can enjoy nearly
every genre of music. I am not so keen on hip-hop/rap, but there is
even the off numbers there that I can appreciate.

Today, to an audiophile, it is a very
special day – Audiophile Day.

Audiophile Day is celebrated annually
on October 2.

This is a day to appreciate
audiophiles. These people are enthusiastic – even passionate –
about high-fidelity (Hi-Fi) sound/music reproduction. They exist
around the world, come from many different backgrounds, have a wide
variety of experience levels and interests, and range from young to
old.

The values of audiophiles are involved
in every stage of music reproduction: the initial recording of the
performance, the mastering and production processes, and, of course,
the final playback.

A significant number of audiophiles
have made contributions to the world as musicians themselves. Many
have made contributions in the realms of equipment, processes, and
music sources/formats.

The musical tastes of audiophiles are
not necessarily limited – in fact, they may be quite eclectic.

Audiophiles, we celebrate you!

SOURCE:
https://audiophileday.wordpress.com/2016/04/28/celebrated-annually-on-october-2/

Also:

Audiophiles = jobs. Consider it for
just a moment.

They buy music, which helps to support
those that sell it, as well as the artists, recording engineers,
perhaps people at a studio, people involved in producing physical
media (vinyl, tape, CD/SACD, etc.), those working at streaming
providers, and those working at companies that provide the software
programs that many audiophiles use to play their music and manage
digital libraries.

Audiophiles buy equipment. A
tremendous number of people are involved in bringing speakers,
amplifiers, DACs, power conditioners, headphones, tape decks,
receivers, turntables, etc. to market. All that equipment requires
parts, including the cases that most of those things come in, the
connectors, knobs, switches, and all the assorted electronic parts
inside.

Audiophiles also tend to buy
accessories and room treatments, or sometimes the stuff to make their
own. These include cables, interconnects, power cords, noise
isolation devices, diffusers, baffles, bass traps, etc. They buy
furniture. Cabinets, racks, and stands for equipment are sold, as
are chairs and other seating.

Most audiophiles take a DIY approach to
their listening space, however, some work with consultants and/or
design firms in an effort to achieve the best possible listening
experience. Electricians install additional outlets, upgrade wiring
and electrical panels, and install dedicated circuits for audiophile
systems. Contractors may even be brought in to make improvements
such as removing a wall to have a bigger space, angling/sloping
walls, installing cable chases/conduits, built-in storage, etc.

Audio shows, some of which are very
large, are conducted in several countries. Attendees and vendors,
which come from all over the world, require transportation and
lodging, as well as food and drink. Display areas at the venues get
both set up and broken down, and things are cleaned before and after
the show. Equipment is rented (such as those curtain
backdrops/dividers), signs and marketing materials are printed, and a
huge number of items get shipped to and from the venue.

Let’s not forget the media. Products
and music get reviewed, and various aspects of audio are explored and
discussed at length in print magazines and online zines, as well as
in blogs and forums.

All of these things and more translate
to jobs.

Audiophiles deserve appreciation.
Their passion for audio helps to support individuals and families
around the world.

SOURCE:
https://audiophileday.wordpress.com/2019/09/13/jobs/

Please, also read regular contributor
to iNews Cayman, Paul McGovern's post published today - “Audiophile
Day”.