I used to have 25-30% off on anything i wanted, was a gear swapper, etc.
I now tend to use local dealers and accept a lower discount. Typically i can demo gear at home which I find more valuable. Selling gear is much more costly than it was 20 years ago between Agon, PayPal, and shipping fees.
Many of these brands give big discounts by marking up the MSRP to begin with - makes audiophiles feel good but it just comes out of resale in the end. I actually prefer the brands that limit discounts which is starting to become more of the norm like watches.
I now tend to use local dealers and accept a lower discount. Typically i can demo gear at home which I find more valuable. Selling gear is much more costly than it was 20 years ago between Agon, PayPal, and shipping fees.
Many of these brands give big discounts by marking up the MSRP to begin with - makes audiophiles feel good but it just comes out of resale in the end. I actually prefer the brands that limit discounts which is starting to become more of the norm like watches.