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My experience with Galen Carol Audio

I called Galen Carol Audio today because they carry all three of the manufacturers of turntables that I am considering for an upgrade (SME, Clearaudio, and VPI).  Down here in Miami, there are not many analog dealers, so I looked elsewhere.

Galen himself answered the phone, and we had a 30 minute discussion on turntable manufacturing methods, differences in quality, and approach.  He is a kind, gracious person and very knowledgable about analog.  I was just so impressed with him that I was inspired to share this experience here on the forum!

If you need something that they sell, I would recommend giving Galen Carol a call!
marktomaras
inna
7,178 posts
 
Larry of Hollywood Sound is the only one, I think, who sells Notingham turntables. He strongly dislikes MM cartridges, other than that he is easy to deal with.
marktomaras OP
544 posts
 
LOL, I almost forgot about Larry... I bought my current table (Michell) and the last two cartridges (Dynavector and Lyra) from him! He also set up my Lyra on the Michell. I do like Larry.  He is another highly knowledgeable, down to earth dealer.  I am simply looking into three manufacturers that he does not carry.
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roseofsa
51 posts
 
In response to Marktomaras......
Thanks for your comments about my friend Galen Carroll. I started buying from him years ago, because San Antonio is my home town. After the first sale, I realized that Galen is a stand up guy and Ive been his customer ever since. My modest system is almost all sourced from him.
He's also steered me away from certain gear that I wanted, and he wanted to sell...cause it  just wasn't right for my system and/or listening room. have nothing but accolades for this guy.
Rose of SA
twoch
429 posts
 
What was that a long advertisement   Or commercial 
marktomaras OP
544 posts
 
 Nope. It was just a well-deserved testimonial.  I have no affiliation with the dealer, nor did he  ask me to post anything.   This was a shout out to someone who deserved it, and a heads up to those on this forum looking for a good dealer.
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