For me, what I would bring depends on a lot of factors, including your relationship with that dealer. First of all, I would burn a CD with about 10 different songs, so I don't have to keep getting up to change a CD. If I wanted to buy a new CD player, I would bring my old one to compare, but I would ask in advance of course. Any good dealer should be glad to do an A/B for you. When I was purchasing an expensive amplifier, I brought my Harbeths in, as they were not a Harbeth dealer. But I was spending big bucks. But I would not walk into a dealer cold with a set of speakers without asking. it would be easier to answer your question if you told us exactly what you intended to buy, what you had and what your relationship with the dealer was.
What do you take when demoing new gear?
As a relative newbie and also someone who is planning on upgrading my setup soon, I was wondering what you bring with you when you are auditioning new gear.
I will definitely bring some familiar lp`s and cd `s, but do you recommend I also bring my own source components, like a streamer or turntable? Do you ever take your own amps or speakers? What about cables?
Do dealers even allow this?
Thanks for your input!
I will definitely bring some familiar lp`s and cd `s, but do you recommend I also bring my own source components, like a streamer or turntable? Do you ever take your own amps or speakers? What about cables?
Do dealers even allow this?
Thanks for your input!