How would you run an audio salon?

I would take the traditional sale of Hi Fi to the next level...audiophile consultations. The individual customers needs and desires would be addressed and discussed with musical preferences, budget and listening environment in mind. I would be beholden to no ONE manufacturer as I would draw upon a select number of quality dealers to satisfy the customer. The process would be personal, involve extensive listening sessions and custom setup...all for a reasonable fee! Well, maybe slightly unreasonable but so worth it.

Blindjim, none of the above (no dog/happy marriage). Not critical either really, just reality! Any dealer is going to sell what he has to offer..Duh! I'd rather draw on a larger universe of possibilities for the customer. That being said, there is a very cool historic property for sale across the street from me...Hmmm, make a very nice high end salon:)

As you can see, one is not able to get much practical or personaly meaningful information from Audiogon on a consistent basis. Everyone is biased, everyone plays favorites and no one has it all figured out. That's why I would truly place the customer first using my audiophile consultant model....the customers needs and want's would drive the purchase. Value and performance within a given budget would be the goal. Great sound can come in many sizes and shapes....overspending on highly regarded components assures one of zilch!! Environment and set up mean the most...even a boom box can sound great in the right space. When you are committed to sell a certain product, you will...at the expense of the customer.

Blindjim, well said my friend! You are a kindred spirit for sure. Sometimes I simply grow tired of the process we consumers must embark upon to obtain our audio dreams. Your point regarding the wealth of information available on the 'Gon is wise indeed...it is dependant on how you take it and what you do with it. So when do we open up our new place? :)

OMG-like lol fer the record naked dude...you are such the MOTO! You are the poster child for average salesman of the year. Er, Note to self-never playnaked ...unless your payed for it!

Blindjim...I'm in when your ready!