It must be the places you guys frequent. Have you brushed your teeth lately? Just kidding...
In my area there is only one Hi-End Store left. Paragon Audio and they have always treated me well. Years back when there were more stores, again, they were always kind and willing to demonstrate anything I wanted to hear. Sometimes I would call ahead so what I wanted to hear could be connected.
Why would they not try to be helpful? Stating that, I am sure there are bad apples, they are in every profession, but they will be weeded out when they don’t eat.
Perhaps, some of you guys are starting out with a bad attitude?
ozzy