[bmed]

Just wanted to get your opinion.  I'll be in San Francisco this weekend and the beginning of next week at a meeting.  I'm only a few blocks away from where Pitch Perfect Audio calls home, purveyors of some very nice (and expensive) Shindo gear that I've been dying to hear.  I know he runs his business out of his home.  I hate to pass up the opportunity to hear some of this gear, but will not be able to buy anything at this time.  Although, I've been thinking about a Denon 103 cart for my next project, and an Auditorium 23 SUT would be a product I'd be willing to invest in.  I guess I'd just feel bad, like I'm wasting his time, with no intent on buying anything at this time.  It's not like it is a storefront that I can just walk in to.  Should I inform him of my intentions and see if he's got any problems.

Cheers,
Brad

[Scott F.]

I'd let him know. You should be able to tell from the tone of his voice on the phone if he'd seem 'bothered' if you came by just to give a listen without any intention of buying.

Maybe I'm naive but I think true audiophiles just like the company regardless. It lets us share our passion with someone of like minds. If he's put off by the fact that you wont be buying anything, that should tell you that you may have wanted to look elsewhere anyway.

[electricbear]

I would definately call him up and be honest with him, let him know that you are not intending to buy but would love to hear his equipment. I'm sure if he is not busy he will find time to entertain you. Being involved in the industry, there is nothing worse than someone wasting your time if you are busy. We get a lot of people coming in from the Nextel store next door. They are having their phones fixed which generally takes about 1/2 hour and come in to us to waste time. I don't mind spending time with people but when you get 8 people a day getting their phones fixed it becomes a problem.
Most of us are involved in the industry because it's what we love and enjoy the chance to interract with fellow audiophiles if we are not otherwise occupied. Call him up and see what he says.

[bmed]

Thanks,

I'll drop him a line.  I can't allocate any funds right now, but audiofools have been known to be impulsive aa.  What's a good kidney going for these days .

Cheers,
Brad

[alexstl]

I agree to call and be perfectly candid.  I have been in this exact situation when I used to travel often on business.  I was surprised at how friendly and helpful other audiophiles/business owners were in sharing time and expertise.  Of course I didn't always buy on the spot but guess who I turned to when I was ready to pull the trigger.   Have fun, Alex

[bpape]

Understand the wasting time thing.  But if you get 1 person every otherday that eventually buys, it's worth the time.

I'd agree to let him know up front that you're interested but not at this time.   Welcome to the audiophile world.  At some point, we're going to spend money.

Bryan

[MerRev]

hello Brad, I have to agree with the above as well- go for it.

By the way, I was in San Francisco just a few weeks ago and these guys were incredibly nice and had a store chocked full of great gear.  If you get a chance it may be worth checking out as well. 

They had Triangle, Dali, Anthony Gallo, Wilson, Von Schweikert, BAT and much more.  I ended up sitting for a song or two listening to a new pair of Quads. 

http://www.audiovisionsf.com/

                                                             MerRev

[eico1]

Just make and appointment and let him do his job, it is not your responsibility give him full financial disclosure! Your not getting married:)

You have good intentions, that is all that is required. Getting a cell phone fixed next door doesn't count!

steve

[Soundbitten]

Etiquette

What does Emily Post say ?   

[bpape]

She says to make sure to keep your pinky elevated while listening.

Bryan