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Planning audio audition trip to NY/NJ, vendors???

I am planning on burning some winter blues by jumping in the car, leaving NE Ohio and traveling east to Philly, north NJ or NYC to audition some audio gear. I'm looking for everything, CDP's, speakers, amps, etc., for various room sizes, future upgrading, and general audio knowledge/experience etc. I'm looking for your help on some good retailers to visit in these areas, hopefully some vendors that I could have a buying relationship with in the future. Would appreciate your positive experiences.
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jason321
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re: Camadeco's suggestions, while I agree that you should stay away from Sound by Singer, I disagree with his advice on Lyric and Park Avenue. I recommend Lyric, as being very helpful, knowledgeable and responsive, and have found Park Avenue just the opposite, and snobby to boot.
sdcampbell
2,136 posts
 
I live on the opposite coast, but from personal experience I can make the following strong recommendation. Go to Audio Connection (Verona, NJ), and see John Rutan. A fine retailer, and a first-class guy.
rcprince
2,830 posts
 
By the way, don't jump into the car till next week, many of these folks are out at CES.
sc53
689 posts
 
I highly recommend Audio Outlet in Mount Kisko, NY, about an hour's drive north of NYC. Frank Huang is the owner, and he and Mike are very knowledgeable and nice. They carry ARC, Martin Logan, ProAc, Conrad Johnson, Revel, Hovland, and others that I can't remember. Check out their website at audiooutlet.com.
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snook2
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I agree with Trelja on David Serota at David Lewis Audio. They have good products and he will have your head spinning. Don't be to eager to buy anything. It all sounds different in your own home so be thorough and see if you can get equipment loaned out. I know soundex lets people audition at home but most pay retail for their gear.
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