Why aren't Rush fans more audiophile-natured?


As a member of more than a few Rush boards, and as a long term audiophile, I'm amazed that more Rush fans aren't dedicated audiophiles. Most seem content with the standard Pioneer/Kenwood/Crutchfield type of stuff and while there's nothing wrong with that, the band's music really comes alive in a good two channel set-up. Most times when I list my components, the vast majority of the board either has no idea or doesn't care.

This is true of the greater population in general, but any thoughts on why fans of one of the most musical rock bands ever would seem detached from hi-fidelity? I have some theories, but I want to hear from the audiophile community.
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"Hated when Geddy got all "synth" and lame. And as Rush's first all digital album I hate that too. Their story/career is an amazing one tobesure. Just can't listen to even one measly note after Moving Pictures."

Agree with Notec. I just picked up Hemispheres on LP, and I do like it. Some good music IMO. Pretty good sound too.... Maybe because I bought it in Canada (-:
Listening to Test For Echo on cassette as I write on a Nakamichi Dragon! Audio nirvana!
Test for Echo is a great album often over looked in Rush's cannon of work. For me Roll the Bones was the last great Rush recording.