It's been said before, but I'll say it again...


I'm continually surprised at the lack of common courtesy in Audiogon transactions. What happened to, "Hi, I'm interested in your..." or, "Would you accept..." Instead, it's "$900 shipped to Canada." End of email. I'm not one for excessive formality, but I think a little friendliness and complete sentences go a long way.

Once in a while I'll have a great exchange with another Audiogoner whether it leads to a sale or not, but this seems to be the exception rather than the rule. Aren't audiophiles supposed to be a friendly bunch?

Just a rant...
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I hear ya,thing is theres people here who aren't familiar with interpersonal relationships,not to mention common courtesy.On the other hand lots of folks are in a hurry I guess.Know how that is....
Though I owe it to Fire_Bottle, to whom I just sold an amp, to say that he was a total pleasure to deal with, and made the experience much more enjoyable than usual!

Thanks, Kevin.
Courtesy is a nice extra these days. It certainly makes you feel better but as long as the transaction is smooth and all stipulations are honored I am fine just selling or buying the gear with short emails that may lack in social grace.
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I try to involve a phone call too. If I'm spending or getting "big" bucks, I want to make sure that the person on the other end is a decent soul...