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Hi-Fi in Bay Area?

Dear Goners:

Would anyone like to suggest good hi-fi shops in the Bay Area? Emphasis would be on very high-end two channel (Lamm, Brinkmann turntables, Verity speakers, etc., would be items of potential interest). Will be staying downtown at Westin St. Francis and would prefer something not too far away.

Thanks in advance for your suggestions.
dearing
skipclemmons
17 posts
 
Rent a car or take the train to San Jose to The Analog Room. Call them first to see if they have anything you want to listen to. It is my favorite place of every place in the Bay Area. The vinyl alone is worth staying an extra day for, if you can make it happen. Last time I was there they had over 10 turntables set up, from Rega to SME 30.

While you are in SFO, go to dinner at Jackson Fillmore. Also off the chart.
getheleadout
144 posts
 
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jalapenos
81 posts
 
I second AudioVision SF and Music Lovers. Two of the best audio shops I've yet to see!
glide3
402 posts
 
I second the analog room...about 45 minute drive but worth the trip...they are closed Sunday/Monday. They have Brinkman and a whole bunch of other worthwhile stuff.
kurt_tank
1,189 posts
 
I agree with Skipclemmons, that The Analog Room is worth the trip to San Jose, by itself. (Really easy Freeway access too!)

They have the Brinkman Turntable you are looking for, as well as Basis, Nottingham and the others that were mentioned. (Along with some great tonearms and cartridges.) All set up and ready to listen to!

And, I also agree that the Jackson Fillmore is a great restaurant. The Brusheta(sic) is incredible.
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