I agree with MA area as well. I have managed to squeak 12% off if I push them. I assume you guys are talking about the Framingham area.

They are good about taking stuff home. Well, kinda. They basically let me buy it and return it with no questions asked. I also doubt they would order a 861 or any large DSP speaker, and be very happy about taking it back. The lower end preamps they are willing to take back and treat it as a demo.

They do have a reasonble trade up policy too.

But in store demo, knowledge and support are almost non existent.

I like Goodwins in Boston for non Meridian stuff. Which is the reason I have B&W/Krell and not Meridian back end. They give reasonable discounts, no problem bringing big expensive stuff home. Knowledge, not sure since I have not bought preamps from and there is not that much you really have to know about the speakers and amps. More personal taste. They do feel a little like car salesman though. They have some incredible equipment though.

If you are in Boston area you should visit Goodwins

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