[brtkdotse]

> However, I do think there is a case to be made for falling into the trap of being more interested in the gear than the thing you're meant to do with the gear.

Is that such a bad thing? It’s supposed to be a hobby, if geeking out on gear relaxes you you shouldn’t have to feel bad for not being productive with it.

[fellerts]

Not at all! I'm reminded of this blog post: https://brooker.co.za/blog/2023/04/20/hobbies.html

[lewisflude]

Many of my hobbies (mechanical keyboards, flashlights, guitar pedals) have been addictive and going as incredibly deep as I have has made me appreciate each item to a new degree.

[wintermutestwin]

I am a shitty bedroom guitarist that has pro-level gear that I get endless hours of enjoyment from buying/selling and "knob turning." I probably spend 50% of my guitar hobby time on non-playing activities and it all brings me much joy.

The fact that there are tons of consumers like me makes this gear more affordable for everyone, including low level artists.

[brtkdotse]

> endless hours of enjoyment from buying/selling

I get a bunch of satisfaction purchasing used high end gear, owning it for a few months and then selling it for more or less what I bought it for. I usually get some nice social interaction with the seller/buyer as a bonus.