Would like to start a Stereo Club in the midwest.

HMMMM... nothing ventured... nothing gained...

KT, very thorough and very enlightning, you and the others has expanded the thought,, pointed out the shortcomings, and the benefits as well.. I really think it would work..as you stated, if you "lose" $500.00, you have auditioned several pieces, for little money, and then we kick up a new mag... from real music/stereo owners/audiophiles. A workable concept? you bet...

Bye the way, KT, when do we start?? I would love to have you as a charter member...

Kf, I have already addressed your concerns..I have thought this out for some time..
1. anybody can get ripped off, including individuals.

2. who decides? the club, every month, one of the members gets to purchase the piece of his choice, and right on down the line.

3. I have never nor do I know anyone whose equipment has been damaged..in their possession.

4. If one or more of the members want to buy one piece, than you would have to buy it on their own. First choice would go to the person that bought it initially.

5. As I said on the thread.. it would have to be in the same locale, as to keep problems to a minimum, but I know several people whom I have dealt with out of the area, that I would trust in a second, as do the other potential members of the club, and yes the number of members would need to be no greater than 12..for the months of the year.

very good questions...that is why I posted it...

1. used gear.. as you dont have to pay the 40% up charge.

2. selling? the person who picked..so you would need to be ready to buy it yourself, which by the way, is the intent.

3. NO speakers..just electronics, keeps the BS to a minimum

4. Circulation....12 months, 12 pieces.

5.. 12 members, 12 months, one month.

6. I'm not sure what you mean...

7. I'm not sure if the money would have to be refreshed, if no ones wants one particular piece, sell it, the money goes back to the club..and if it sells for a loss... what cant always make a profit, losses goes with the territory, at least everyone got to use it...that is why it is a "club"

More good points...KF, but lets be honest for a moment... this is a very expensive hobby..I am certain that many of us watch what we spend, I know I do, but when I find a piece of equiptment that I want, I go for..and I think most of us do. If this happens, all the participants will, upfront, know that there are costs involved, just as there are costs involved when you buy something..no difference..shipping, insurance etc...I know that, I have spent a small fortune on the above..but I am also aware of the benefits..thanks

You already are... lol, a charter member...

Asa, I really dont think you'll be invited..and what correlation does stepping in front of a bus and this thread? Because someone might be on to something, and you didnt think of it first? Or is it because you have never taken a risk in your entire life? so sorry...no go and cry in your milk.

Asa, my sincere apologies....I misread your intent. There are many things to be worked out no doubt, but, if the idea works, it would be something of a wunderkind, but if it dies, well....no one can say that we didnt try...