Unfortunately, I think audio shows are an anachronism, given the prevalence of internet demonstrations. Before you say - "you can't judge equipment on You Tube!", that is exactly how many, if not most people are making decisions nowdays. Dealers are scarce, many audiophiles are afraid to walk into a dealer for fear of being pressured, or go into a dealer for a demo and buy online for a discount and tax-free purchase. What do you expect? These shows cost a fortune and I would venture a guess that a lot more people make decisions based on internet reviews than anything someone hears at a show. Just my opinion of course, but this doesn't surprise me at all.
