I think the problem stems from the B&M stores refusal to do work on products bought online, so the 'authorized' online dealers aren't exactly that. If you buy from them, and a B&M sells the same product, the locals are punishing the consumer for not buying from them. I tend to be suspicious of retailers who take all my money and may refuse my warrantee requests. The online dealers, on the other hand, don't tell you that you're warrantee or lack of one is at the mercy of the manufacturer. Of course, there's no guarantee that the B&M will honor the warrantee when you buy from them either. It just makes you wonder whether any of these warranteed products are actually guaranteed to work for a year. I'm glad we all bought speakers from a company we can trust, at least.
Please accept my apologies for these negative posts. I'm just a little bit bummed out at the moment. I'll try to be more positive in the future.
