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Old 02-18-2021, 04:50 PM
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I've just about given up watching many TV programs because the ubiquitous background music and neurological cacophony of sound effects is so loud that I can't understand the dialogue. Being a bit hard of hearing I use “TV ears”, but that makes it almost unbearable. It's true of movies, documentaries, PBS presentations, shows like Dateline, 20/20, 48 Hours, and even public service announcements. In other words, nearly everything we watch. I can't understand why there even has to be background noise, especially accompanying dialogue – and it can't be just me that's bothered by it. Is there anyone to complain to with any hope of being taken seriously? Just wondering/asking.
Always wondered why the producers of these shows think the background noise enhances the experience.

My pet peeve is laugh tracks. Do not think I need one to decide if something is funny.