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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.
wemfan
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lowrider57
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Audio Connection is known to be tops for in-store or online sales...
https://www.audioconnect.com/products
Plus a return policy.

Reno Hifi is the best for discounts on Pass Labs. New and demos.
jafant
18,818 posts
 
I concur- wemfan,
always buy used/demo and enjoy the savings!
wemfan OP
87 posts
 
Hifi Shark had several REF 5SEs but they were all out of the country. I'm glad to know about that site. I will be checking it often. I looked around on Audioconnect and they seem like what I need. How about price? Should I expect a percentage off or do these things sell for full retail?


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jmcgrogan2
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I saw that Audio Connection had one used Ref 5SE on their website on the link that @lowrider57 provided.
I see it listed for $7995, not bad for a dealer price.

https://www.audioconnect.com/products/audio-research-ref-5-se-demo
wemfan OP
87 posts
 
Wow! I sure missed that. I'm going to call on that one. Thanks!!!
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