A certain sense of auto-derision: Benchmark AHB2 subjective review written by... ChatGPT

[Rja4000]

Published on Benchmark's Facebook channel on monday:

ChatGPT Reviews the AHB2 and Includes Listening Impressions!

Unleashing Sonic Purity: A Review of the Benchmark AHB2 Amplifier Introduction The Benchmark AHB2 amplifier has gained a reputation for its exceptional audio performance and unwavering dedication to sonic purity. In this review, we delve into the heart of this powerhouse amplifier, exploring its...

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(I know. It's advertisement.
So I won't be shocked if that's removed.
But it's quite fun, still, so I thought it's worth a shared laugh.)

 

[restorer-john]

I don't know what is worse, the dodgy AI 'review' itself, or the fact that Benchmark thought it was a really good idea to put it on their website.

 

[Rja4000]

I don't know what is worse, the dodgy AI 'review' itself, or the fact that Benchmark thought it was a really good idea to put it on their website.

If they hadn't insisted on ChatGPT to include its listening impressions, I wouldn't have laughed...

 

[pma]

I don't know what is worse, the dodgy AI 'review' itself, or the fact that Benchmark thought it was a really good idea to put it on their website.

It is just business. Why audio should be different.

 

[Rja4000]

OK.
It seems I'm the only one thinking it's funny.
I'll remove the thread.
(Hum. I can't do that, it seems.)

 

[Joachim Herbert]

It is very funny. Don't remove it. Later generations will thank you.

 

[thewas]

I also find it great, thanks for sharing!

 

[boXem]

You should ask chatgpt if a thread should be removed because some grumpy old farts have no sense of humor today

 

[JStewart]

I don't know what is worse, the dodgy AI 'review' itself, or the fact that Benchmark thought it was a really good idea to put it on their website.

Let’s see how many AHB2s the other A.I.s buy after reading it and then decide.