Getting rid of a wife is sometimes somewhat expensive, but I have experienced that and now I am finally purchasing the equipment I always wanted. I am very good friends with a couple and he has a vast record collection (3,000 plus) it is to the point of "if you purchase one album, then one album must leave". He still sneaks them in from time to time. He has moved his collection to the den which has a concrete floor. It was either that or put more supports under the hardwood floor.
I am glad you finally have what you desire --- "honey I just found something that will just make such a difference in my system" will always be in your future. Hope both of you can just laugh about it and go on.