On a learning curve when setting up or upgrading your hi-fi, or starting audio recording? When trying work out the why, the what, the how of acoustics, audio devices and setup options? I answer those questions by integrating all the parts into one holistic system. Once you see the system, you will be able to think your way through how you want to do things for your own remarkable listening and production experiences.I include DIY acoustic treatment instruction, with a reasonable budget approach, not sacrificing the aims to emotional connection to audio hi-fi, and to be able to record and produce professional level audio. Practically written, focussing on modern mothods and technologies as updated in 2024: home recording setups, lounge listening options, mobile options, online integration, video integration, and software.