Okay, how about because I want to count the pockmarks on Edward James Olmos's face? Because I want to scan the epic fight scenes in Spartacus for the guy wearing a wristwatch and glasses. Because Jebus didn't intend for me to watch Lawrence of Arabia on a screen the size of a placemat.
Because it makes me happy, that's why.
Say, you're feeling a bit guilty about getting the big TV, aren't you?

Nevermind, Jeff, I'm just being a jerk. I've spent thousands on guitar related gadgets, so there you go...