For years I was led to believe that the room is not important, then I went to a recording engineer's house and noticed he had acoustic room treatments all over. I asked him what is that for and he said it will help the room sound more real take away the unwanted outside sounds that will contribute to altering the sound.
Peter,
I was in the same situation until I went to your house and was amazed how these room acoustic treatments can contribute to a better sound. I have to say that these are a
MUST HAVE items in every audiophile's room.
I am impressed how "I am adapted."
I told you so!!!