This is something I’ve noticed lately. A lot of hifi shops and hifi manufacturers have helpful staff, but just as many are extremely rude and arrogant.
I’ve had people speak condescendingly about my amp when I’m demoing speakers. Same thing for my speakers. I’ve even had someone, and I kid you not, tell me my streamer has shit sound quality.
It seems like hifi shops are either extremely helpful or just downright awful. The same with manufacturers, they either recognise that there exists alternatives or everything sucks ass compared to their product.
Crazy isn’t it. Your cash is just as valuable as mine.
Yes, sadly my local dealer decided to shut up shop after 3 generations. Was never made to feel uncomfortable there. They covered all budgets, including supplying kit to world famous rockstars. They were just just honest, down to earth good guys. Sadly missed!