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Audiophile Vacations

Hey Folks,

I was prodded to think about this based on the number of posters that have trouble finding the gear they want to hear/demo in their area.

What do you do when on vacation?  For me I always add a few things into my trips to other cities/areas.  (1) Search out the best Vinyl stores (new & used).  I like to support Brick & Mortar.  (2) Look for the best liquor stores to see if I have find some bourbons not available around my area; and (3) Visit the best Audio Showrooms in town.  

By doing #3 I get to see many pieces of equipment that I never get exposed to in my area.  Why is it some brands have only 2-3 dealers in the continental use [don't answer that].  I'll admit to planning some trips to areas that have dealers that demo certain brands.  What else are you going to do if you want to demo Basis Audio Turntables, or Borreson Speakers?

Let's not forget our "vacations" to audio shows (Axpona, Capitol Audio Show, Rocky Mtn, etc.)

I'm sure I am not alone here.  What were some of your favorite Audiophile vacations.

Happy Travels, again!
pgaulke60

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musicaddict
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Although she didn't like it much, I've gone to plenty of audio retail stores while away from home on vacation.   Sue me; I wanted to see what 'Sound By Singer' looked like while in Manhattan and to hear what they had.

I get to hear and see things that have eluded me at shows, not to mention what is available to hear in Colorado anyway. Visiting audio stores is NOT a vacation, merely a side-trip if available. That's what makes audio a hobby for us.

tubes108, a caveat on the Borresen brand; they are detrimental to your pocketbook but you'll sure enjoy the music eating your noodles.  :-)   I think they sound spectacular.
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