Retail Music Stores Gone

Where I live, Tower disappeared years ago. It was just another store that sold the same things at the same price, or more. No loss.

Whn you can download lossless music at a reasonable price, and with wide selection, that's when the brick and mortar stores should worry. As a buyer, I would prefer it if the above conditions are met. Also, it will increase sales to people in places that don't have access to stores or selection.

according to the stereophile poll, most audiophiles don't buy much music period.....and that includes all music purchases.

Audiophiles and music lovers may or may not download, but they do buy online. It amazes me that there are as many music outlets as there are (Borders, etc.) given their pricing, when you compare it to Amazon, etc. Way more convenient, way cheaper, much better selection. Only downside is you don't get it immediately, but that's hardly a big deal.

Retail outlets for all sorts of things will dry up in the coming years. For most things, I prefer the online approach anyway.