McIntosh is often mentioned as the standard bearer in terms of durability, serviceability and resale value. I don't own McIntosh gear.
I'm a little perplexed/surprised by TMR and who sells to them.....
TMR has become a significant player in used high end gear. Their pitch is "we pay you top dollar hassle free for your used gear" .
OK, what's their idea of top dollar? It's 25% to 30% of MSRP minus more $ for blemishes that lower value. I know. I called them.
The same sellers who list their used gear for 30 or 40% under MSRP and refuse legitimate offers from qualified buyers with proven buying or selling history who offer 1/2 or so of retail are roundly ignored or even insulted. Weeks later the same item shows up at TMR at 50% of retail and you know TMR paid half of that for it.
What makes sellers do such a crazy thing?
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I bought one piece of fairly high end equipment from them. I was treated fairly and the transaction was smooth as silk. I also traded a piece of fairly high end equipment for another (a little higher end). Again smooth as silk. Could I have sold my piece for a better price than they offered. Sure. But they took all the pain out of the deal. I would use them again. |
They just put up a YouTube video walking you through their operations; I found it very interesting indeed, in a positive way. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TAP0gCRKZuw
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Let's look at it from the buyer point of view: The buyer gets 1. A smorgasbord of what's available to pick and choose or not. 2. A thoroughly checked, fully working item. 3. No concern that after paying their $, will some guy at the other end of the country actually ship the purchase. 4. No worry about aggravation if the shipped item is damaged in-transit. 5. Buyer knows he is dealing with someone who has a reputation to protect. 6. Buyer is buying from a known trustworthy seller. 7. Multi-month guarantee. 8. Buyer knows that even if they are paying a bit more, they are getting all of the above. 9. It is certainly cheaper than buying new. 10. Peace-of-mind. |
Have you ever bought a sold a car from a dealer? How do you think business works? Is the reseller supposed to give you something near what you paid with just a little shaved off because your amp or streamer or turntable is so exquisite for having been owned by you? And what do they do when they have to sell it? Take your eyes off of the navel. |
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