What got you guys into audio?
Hi all.
So I'm currently at my semi end game of my hi-fi set up. I started getting into audio about three years ago when I bought a humble ATLP60XBT (pictured).
Originally I played it through Bluetooth on a small portable speaker but then my father-in-law gave me his old passive speakers and that got me deeper into the rabbit hole. I first bought a small Chinese amp (FX audio) because I had no idea what I was doing. It was enough for a while but once I discovered this subreddit I went even deeper.
Little by little I started doing little upgrades when my budget allowed and I currently have a system that I'm super happy with it. Now when I listen with that old Bluetooth speaker I feel so much is missing (although I still take it traveling with me and in the shower).
I'm curious what made everyone else get into audio. Did you start all in or did you build your system bit by bit like me? Would love to hear everyone's stories.
Just in case you were wondering about the set-up:
Turntable: ATLP60XBT with ATN3600LE needle
Phono: Fosi Box X5
Amp: Fosi ZA3
Streamer: Wiim Pro
DAC: SMSL SU1
Speakers: Wharfedale Diamond 12.1
And yes, I know it is not ideal to have the speakers on the same surface as the turntable but I just moved into this house and they haven't given me any problems so far but I will get some isolation pads soon.
Edit: would also love to see pics of everyone's current setup if possible!