Saying "I'm not impressed" isn't a diss, its just not supportive.
Saying that "I'm more impressed with those who design/build audio equipment or are musical performers" doesn't exclude those who don't/aren't. I've assembled two kits and built speakers from plans/parts, so I hardly qualify on those counts. But its obvious (to me at least) that if you have that level of involvement with equipment/music, you could have a deeper appreciation.
Owning all that equipment (or 100 Porsches) is unfathomable to me. Just don't understand why (other than an investment). Just me, but I just don't "get" private collections of anything (more than you can use/enjoy).
Besides its my opinion, and unless AC has turned into a bully's playground, it should be OK to express opinions.