I continue to be astounded and mesmerized with the 80s. They sound so much better in my listening space than at General Audio. From now on, when I do listening tests, I'm going to try bringing the speakers to my place.
I've chatted with a few local places about this. The larger stores usually have a no questions return policy which makes things easy. The smaller more boutique stores actually want you to purchase the item, charged to a card, but is returnable.
It has to be in mint condition though or they will find some bogus charge for repairs or restocking fee to compensate for "their" wasted time if you brought it back for a full refund.
Absolutely i agree that if possible you should listen to the equipment in your own home. Having switched homes a few times now, i can attest to the difference in sound quality my favorite models have had in different locations.
