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Buying Used Equipment on the Internet

Hello all, 

Had a question for the more experienced hi-fi enthusiasts here. I'm new to this hobby and currently still trying out new gear to see what I like. I was looking into trying out the Parasound Halo Hint 6 amplifier and found a used one through AudioMart. 

My question is: what advice would people have for buying used equipment online? The pricing is attractive but there's also no option for returns once the transaction goes through. What's to stop someone from offloading a lemon on to an unsuspecting buyer?

 

Thanks!

aamiransari
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jaytor
755 posts
 

Another good place to look is an audio store local to me. The move a lot of used gear and have excellent deals. Echo Hifi

knotscott
890 posts
 

Pardon my ignorance, but what is "TMR"?   

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dweller
3,779 posts
 

"The Music Room" Well known online retailer of new and used equipment.

Also, Music Direct often has open box (returned) and even used equipment.

Same with Upscale Audio in L.A.

 

mediaferret
12 posts
 

The Parasound Hint 6 is a great integrated amplifier. I added one to my system a couple years ago.

I've been cautious about buying used gear as well. Like others have pointed out here, The Music Room is a reputable company to buy new and used gear from. I can recommend them. 

mediaferret
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@knotscott TMR=The Music Room

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