"I've just finished up my hvac, carpet, hung the projector etc. Now I just need reciever/speakers. So where does everyone shop locally. I've been to "Now" but wasn't that impressed. I've heard audio advice is good, but haven't had a chance to check it out. (hopefully this doesn't violate the who has the best price rule) I was just curious as what local shops were good.
Rob"
Rob,
I've purchased AV components from both NOW A/V and Audio Advice, and I
will never buy anything else from NOW A/V ever again.
Mainly because the manager of the Raleigh store screwed me over one
time, plus all the salespeople in there are clueless. Not to mention that
when they have "sales" they are basically discounting products not much
lower than MSRP.
If you want quality components and knowledgeable staff, Audio Advice is
the place to go. Granted that they are not for the budget minded person,
but they will discount most items by 10-15%, only if you ask/bargain with
them.
Although I have not bought much HT gear from Audio Advice, I have purchased 2 pairs of speakers and my whole house audio components from
them.
Another place in the triangle to look, especially for amps or speakers, is
the guy on Hillsborough St(Audio exchange, I think its called).
He has some pretty good brands, and is reasonably priced.
There is also a guy in Cary on Kildare Farm + Cary Pkwy, who's kinda
flakey and very opinionated, I wasn't impressed with anything he has
either, but it's worth a look.