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Audio Research discontinuing lower lines components?
Jhconner,That's a 40 percent price raise in 8 years. Even Ferrari doesn't raise their prices that high. I could see a 20 percent Increase in 8 years. 40 percent is ridiculous. 
Omega, Harbeth, JM Reynaud, ad Skylan
Ihor,I think it's really great that you saved 3500.00 buying the Omega rather than the Harbeth. Did you ever do an AB comparison between the two? 
Who are the most underground high-end companies
Surge,Are you saying that companies like Magico, Wilson, Vandersteen, etc, etc have a profit margin of 10 times their cost to manufacturer? Or are you referring to underground speaker companies that never advertise or do shows? 
Dick's / Dave's picks
Jafant,I could be wrong but I have a feeling there might be more rap and hip hop enthusiasts on here than Deadheads. 
I miss the Audio classified ads of the 70's and 80's in the newspaper
Jetexpro,I am sorry my threads embarrass you. When I go to other sites and I don't like what someone says I just Ignore it. I can't see why you can't do the same. 
I was thinking the other day about all the audio stores that were around when I was a kid
I always see Optimal Enchantment at the audio show in Newport Beach every June. He always has one of the best sounding rooms. He is a dealer that really loves music. I can tell buy his great collection of music he brings with him. Mostly vinyl. 
I was thinking the other day about all the audio stores that were around when I was a kid
Jjhunsecker,If you are talking about the Sound Factor in Encino they closed about 4 years ago. The only store I know about in the valley is Shelleys. Though they even gave up their high profile location on Topanga Blvd to locate to a store on a si... 
I was thinking the other day about all the audio stores that were around when I was a kid
jjhunsecker,I stopped going to retail stores about 10 years ago. The prices on new gear is just to expensive for me. When I buy I find mint condition used gear. And there is plenty of it around because audiophiles always need the latest and greate... 
I was thinking the other day about all the audio stores that were around when I was a kid
Jafant,I really don't go to stores anymore because I don't believe in buying new gear nowadays. The prices are just to high and the depreciation is even worse. I bought a current model ARC pre-amp a couple of years ago on here for 40 percent less ... 
Audio Research discontinuing lower lines components?
It sure sounds that way Mapman. 
I miss the Audio classified ads of the 70's and 80's in the newspaper
"Those were the days"You get it Oregonpapa! 
Audio Research discontinuing lower lines components?
"No wonder Star Wars is so popular" It is so popular because people just want to be entertained. It's too much work for people to have to think. 
I miss the Audio classified ads of the 70's and 80's in the newspaper
Jetrexpro,Don't worry, I will not be upset if you don't read my threads.  
Audio Research discontinuing lower lines components?
I also saw that show and I was surprised how shoddy the amp was put together. If I didn't know better I would have thought it was made in China.  
I miss the Audio classified ads of the 70's and 80's in the newspaper
Maybe I am just to nostalgic or yearn for more simple times. I can't be the only one here.