Retailer in Austin, TX

Definitely ping John Prator at KCI Cable. Beside his cables he is quietly
building out a nice lineup of products like Pass, Tidal and other top shelf
offerings....

Interesting, in that I've never blamed anyone for anything. Ever. Not sure who you are Learsfool, but your information is inaccurate. I've had delays with wire transfers with Simaudio, and delays with Nottingham's distributor getting me product in a timely fashion, but that's about it. EVER. Sorry, but I heard about this thread and had to comment

Learsfool-
Thank you for the heads-up.

I live outside the Country and have little time or experience in picking the right system. I an interested having an expert make the best selection based on their experience my needs and budget, etc. So I need someone who I can trust to make the right choices for me.
Is that Whetstone?

I would second the Whetstone Audio recommendation. I would be careful with Brian Kurtz. He is indeed a nice guy, but just be careful. I know several who had bad experiences with him, though he always blamed it on someone else. My own experience with him was fine, but I didn't buy anything.

I will second Jfrech. Call Casey and Ne Plus Ultra.

EssentialAudio-
I called Brian and we had a great conversation; thank you for the recommendation.

I agree with the recommendation of Brian Kurtz. A great guy, very knowledgeable, will recommend what's best for you not necessarily what's most expensive.

Give Brian Kurtz of Sound Mind Audio a call to schedule a demo, 512-377-2834 or 512-922-6043, and tell him I said hi.

Brian

Hi, I'll reccommend Ne Plus Ultra posted above. I've bought most of my gear there and he does have a few demo items. Best thing is his experience and system matching...a well matched system for 10-15k can sound amazing...

Good luck to you

Thank you everyone..!!

My favorite is Audio Systems
http://www.audiosystems.com/index.html

Whetstone is small but good stuff
http://www.whetstoneaudio.com/

I've never been to A&B but I have heard of it
http://abtvaustin.com/index.html

If you want to go to Ne Plus Ultra you'll need to make an apointment
http://www.neplusultrainc.com/Site/Welcome.html

Modia, AKA The Home Theatre Store
http://www.modia.com/index.aspx

Good luck, have fun in Austin 'cause it's a blast if you let it.
http://www.austintexas.org/visit/discover/?gclid=CKeQu7zMobECFepdTAodAEe5MA

Whetstone Audio and Audio Systems come to mind. Both have websites. Whetstone is near downtown. Audio Systems is more central Austin.