Two of my favorites in the Mid-west are Accent Sound in Overland Park Ks (speak to Herb)and Holm audio in Woodbridge , IL (Albert). Both stores offer knowledgable advise and the ability to fully audition equipment in ever range. Holm has some really esoteric analog equipment. It is anways a pleasure to visit both.
Favourite / most impressive audio store
High-end audio (retail, storefront operation) high-end emporiums can thrill or frustrate with equal ease! My favourite store is "Applause Audio" on Queen Street East in Toronto, Ontario. Rob, the owner, always has a moment for those who walk in and has solid, well-founded opinions that are not forced on a prospective customer. In his funky, warm space analog and digital are well represented, everything is labelled and priced, and a useful "pre-owned" section is displayed prominently! (I'm not looking for testimonials or bad-mouthing....just your honest experiences).
P.S. for vintage stuff Steve's "Ring Audio" farther along Queen East cannot be beaten!
P.S. for vintage stuff Steve's "Ring Audio" farther along Queen East cannot be beaten!