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Dealer Discount

Hi all. Just curious - how much is a "reasonable" discount to expect from a local dealer on new, low mid-level audio equipment (say amp in $2500 range or turntable around $1500)? I'm a bit surprised that most, in my area, offer no more than 10% with some refusing to discount at all.

Look forward to your thoughts. Thanks!
gnoworyta
mr_m
1,900 posts
 
Can a discount be expected? Possibly, when you consider a product that will enlarge a hole on a LP, and is nothing more than a plastic handle with a drill bit glued into it, and sells for $60. Just say'in.
benjie
329 posts
 
How about a .20 cent fuse that sells for $150. Don't ask for a discount, remember they have rent, taxes, insurance, wages and a family to feed. It's justified, just say'in.
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uberwaltz
13,381 posts
 
Pretty simple in that case, you don't like the idea of boutique fuses then do not buy them.
Its only YOUR opinion that they cost 20 cents to make remember.
benjie
329 posts
 
Let’s continue on, how about the record clamp made out of wood that cost $4800 or the MIT speaker cables that cost $60,000 or the amp stand made out of wood with brass footers that sells for $4500. Don’t ask for a discount, these guys are barely scratching out a living selling these items.
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geoffkait
23,365 posts
 
Hey, dude, most audiophile fuses are $50 or less. Quite a few are $20. Check it out on The Cable Company’s list of fuses. If you’re on welfare you shouldn’t be in this hobby. HVe you considered collecting stamps? 
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