WOW .... people up all hours of the night with lots of time on their hands ... too much caffeine maybe?!? ...
... and I believe this all started when someone gave an opinion without even hearing the equipment ... I can understand that someone could look at a PA system and really think that it will not do the job for their particular venue ... but then a BOSE surround sound system doesn't look like much but it can blow you away ...
I think the criticism started when a poster said something to the effect of "... I haven't heard them, but I know they're no good..." How valid an opinion (even if it's only the writer's) can that be ... Opinions should be based on some kind of fact or experience ...
And when someone starts making personal attacks by demeaning "cover artists" who bring joy to hundreds of people a week, one should expect some "ruffled feathers" ...
Peace on Earth and Good Will to Men ...
Keep makin' beautiful music...
t.