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Tips on dealing with audio dealers

Where I live we don't have stereo stores that handle high end audio equipment. So, I need some guidance. Can I order a preamp from an audio store and have it shipped to me? I know Mcintosh won't let you do that. Does Audio Research? How about prices? Are they set in stone or negotiable? I don't have a dealer and have never dealt with one so can some of you guys suggest a good one? I am considering the REF6 but for a good price I would consider a 5SE. I have heard there are a number of 5SE's for sale but I haven't run into any yet. Any advice you guys can give me would be helpful and much appreciated.
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schubert
7,386 posts
 
May be the law but if so I am 100% sure ,like most US laws, it is not enforced .
treebeard1
148 posts
 
Always ask for a discount. I just picked up a Parasound Halo integrated new and was given 20% off retail. Only a few hundred more than the used market.
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ethiessen1
61 posts
 
>> In the USA all retailers have to be offered the same cost price as a rule by Federal law.  <<
Not even remotely true.
>>If its ten Grand , mark up can be 60% depending on the company <<
More like 10-15% on average...

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noromance
9,554 posts
 
Brush up on your knowledge especially about the product you want and its competition. Once the dealer realizes you are not an ordinary schmuck, you'll gain respect and discounts.
schubert
7,386 posts
 
Its your money and if he doesn't want your deal go somewhere else .
Most stuff is marked up about 40 % , I usually get 15 % off which seems fair to me .
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