Setting up in audio shows is always a problem. Some presenters are better at setting up, especially quickly as needed at shows than others. If a system sounds good at a show it is good. If it doesn't sound good you can't be sure what's going on and if it's a product that interests you, you need to hear it in other venues.
If you don't have a lot of time the Jim Smith advice to listen outside a room and if it's good there then go in is great advice. My friend, George Bischoff, didn't have much time to see shows as he was always exhibiting and that's how he decided whether to spend time in a room.
If you don't have a lot of time the Jim Smith advice to listen outside a room and if it's good there then go in is great advice. My friend, George Bischoff, didn't have much time to see shows as he was always exhibiting and that's how he decided whether to spend time in a room.