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Who are the Stand Up Guy's and Gals in this Audio Industry?

Been some banter the past couple of days about bad experiences with a couple of the "Boutique Amplifier and  Speaker Builders"

So I am posing the question of these " Boutique Builders" , who of them have been stand up guys and gals taking care of business for you.

Some may find this information helpful in the processes of making a purchasing decision.

I will say that Upscale Audio has been standup in  the past with an Issue I had with a Pathos Amp and got me fixed up fast.
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forestg
26 posts
 
Klaus Bunge at Odyssey Audio. I am his NY PITA, but he always treats me with respect and takes whatever time he needs to explain to me his products, and match them to my needs.
Whether it’s a new purchase, an upgrade of a previous purchase, or just BSing about music, Klaus is a class act.
Under promise and over delivers every time.
sameyers1
139 posts
 
Michael Kelly at Aerial Acoustics - he answered the call or replied by phone on a few occasions when I had questions on speaker placement and amplifier matches for my Model 8b’s.

The folks at Ayre Acoustics have offered reasonably priced, material product upgrades and have promptly answered questions about the three pieces of their gear I own. 
Both of the above manufacturers make durable, very high quality products that have been a pleasure to own.
bigby
159 posts
 
Not all amps and speakers, but I have gotten great advice and help from the following:

BAT Audio - Victor Khomenko (amp)
Sutherland Engineering - Ron Sutherland (phono)
GEM Dandy Products - George Merrill (turntable design/builder)

mwood
58 posts
 
Steve Deckert,  I’ve found him to be very reasonable and accommodating. His ZMA amp has thrilled me nightly since I got it.

John DeVore, I base this solely on his YouTube channel and my total love for the O 96’s.

Peter Bizlewicz, tremendously helpful several times  when we spoke on the phone and his product is top-notch.

jrbirdman333
105 posts
 
Dan at Dedicated Audio is very solid.
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