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Listening Without Thinking About the Gear Changed Everything

From: Blair G

What best describes your relationship with audio equipment?
I love great sound but prefer simple, complete solutions

How did you first discover Hi-Fi Centre?
Used to walk by the old Seymour location on the way to A&B Sound

What was your situation before purchasing from us?
Wasn't 100% happy with my CD and Universal players. Wanted something external that could process DSD natively.

What specific product(s) did you purchase from Hi-Fi Centre?
Bryston BDA-3 DAC

What was the main reason you chose Hi-Fi Centre over other retailers?
Have been dealing with Raymond for 25 years

Describe your shopping experience with us
Yes, helpful and patient. Raymond has always been great.

How has your new audio setup changed your daily life?
A bunch of small improvements that resulted in a greatly improved whole.
Better resolution without being hyper detailed. Wider and deeper soundstage.
Bass definition: can hear individual notes now, they don't all sound the same. Great versatility.

What's your favourite thing about your new system?
Allows me to stop thinking about the gear and listen to and enjoy the music.

Would you recommend Hi-Fi Centre to others? Why?
Yes. Patient and knowledgeable. You are there to help and guide you, not sell you something.

What would you tell someone who's considering Hi-Fi Centre?
Same as previous answer:
Patient and knowledgeable. Hi-Fi Centre there to help and guide you, not sell you something.

Is there anything else about your experience you'd like to share?
Not really other than I haven't been in there in ages. Should come by and see what piques my interest.