Geeesh....this topic again, and the same valid points from several viewpoints.
I feel obligated to buy the equipment I want and can afford. If I can find it cheaper online, then that's the way I go.
However, I do have an audio dealer from whom I buy equipment and who accepts trade-ins. Whenever I go to his store, even if I was there primarily to browse and audition, I ALWAYS make it a point to buy something, even if it's a couple of CDs, stylus cleaner, cones, or even something I don't really need just as a "thank you" for his time and electricity.
I feel obligated to buy the equipment I want and can afford. If I can find it cheaper online, then that's the way I go.
However, I do have an audio dealer from whom I buy equipment and who accepts trade-ins. Whenever I go to his store, even if I was there primarily to browse and audition, I ALWAYS make it a point to buy something, even if it's a couple of CDs, stylus cleaner, cones, or even something I don't really need just as a "thank you" for his time and electricity.