Thanks for all the comments thus far. I tend to be in agreement with rbstehno. What is so "sacred" about high end audio equipment that it should be exempt from a break in price? Televisions, computers, appliances, cars, lawn equipment, clothing - even groceries: I look for and expect to get some kind of deal. I am in no way suggesting an exorbitant amount - I realize a dealer needs to make money to remain viable. And as far as "service after that sale", I'm not sure what that means. I have purchased a number of items over the years with the same establishment and the one time I did have an issue (with blown speaker tweeters), the dealer charged me full price for the replacements and the time/labor to install them. So what was gained by my so called relationship? Again, thanks for the replies. Interesting to see other's perspective on this issue. Keep em' coming!