Problems with Ayre's Company???

My local dealer was basically forced out of the product line for unimaginable reasons.

Okay, try us, what were these unimaginable reasons? I'm not saying companies don't sometimes put stress on dealers to sell things in ways that don't make both parties happy, but dealers have been known, from time to time, to be not totally forthright in why they stopped carrying a brand. I mean, there are certain dealers in NY (and I'm sure in other places) that will talk up a brand to you like it's the holy grail, but then badmouth it and recommend you change the minute they stop carrying it (this is from experience).

Also, Tvad makes a point. True, some companies are more aggressive in marketing and selling their products (MuFi comes to mind!) but I would'nt be worried about sourcing parts or an authorized repairer if I owned a TriVista right now. What is Ayre doing that's so underhanded?

How many of you guys have supported your local dealer by paying retail for a new Ayre product?

Mimberman,

Thank you for your input. I do not want to get into too many of the specifics of the "unimaginable reasons". The local dealer I speak of would never say anything bad about the quality of Ayre products. He truly has a passion for his work and takes great pride in product selection. He has a long history selling Ayre products and runs a very honest business. Also I don't think that "underhanded" is the right description. We are not talking about anything illegal. It was more like a slap in the face to a reputable dealer. Like you said, forcing them to sell certain things in certain ways.

Zieman,

Interesting point. It is true that many of us buy used Ayre products and this can be seen as a lack of support to the local dealer. The flip side is that many of us also learn a great deal about high end equipment from local dealers which greatly influences our decisions. In addition, many times buying a piece of equipment used serves as a gateway to future new purchases once you discover how great a product line is. Regardless, it is obvious that if you only buy used products and never purchase anything from your local dealers then you would have little concern with this matter anyway.

I've dealt with Ayre for several yrs as a consumer & have had three of their products. Their factory support is some of the best in the industry & I see no signs of that changing, especially since I just visited while picking up my amp after having the e upgrade & some cosmetic fixes. I believe if a company were having problems, they would manifest themselves in other areas of the company

Each dealer and manufacturer operates differently & I wouldn't read anything into a dealer dropping a line or a manufacturer dropping a dealer. That's not to say there aren't extenuating circumstances but unless you know all of the details, it's just speculation.

I would caution against suggesting there is a problem with Ayre or any other company that you are concerned about as a consumer unless you know every single detail about the business practices between said participants.

Note-I am not a representative of Ayre or any company representing Ayre products.