Boa2, Sorry that I interpreted your response to be directed toward me. As I re-read it, I see that you were clearly responding to Sphere.
Ronfr...wow...pretty harsh accusations and interpretations. I have absolutely no problem disclosing in my posts that I am a dealer and I will again say, to all, that I meant no deception.
Ironically, Ronrf, you have given me, and my status as a dealer, much more attention than I ever intended to receive on this thread. All I wanted was to state a personal opinion. My origninal pithy response was directly related to the thread topic. Although you and some others might have been more comfortable with disclosure, I somehow imagine the possibility of being confronted for diverting the thread to my dealership. I believe that once we finalize our "dealer" account with Audiogon, I will use that log-in and the disclosure issue will be self-evident.
You obviously believe my use of humor to be deflective. I think you are reaching. Perhaps we should get better acquainted. I have no intention of avoiding the use of humor. That said, I truly hope to never offend anyone.
Your use of terms like "by your admission", "until you were called on it" and "..tried to divert attention" suggests that something else is going on here. I'm just not as sinister as you seem to believe. I propose that we put this to rest and not take up any more forum time/space. If there's a personal agenda or issue that I'm not aware of, please feel free to email me personally. I hope this is not perceived as an attempt to hide ... I'm just not sure how else to help put this issue to rest.
Best Regards,
Ron