Originally Posted by scompton
In general, I agree with you. But, the problem is non disclosure. If a person is receiving commissions, and discounts are commissions, there is a chance that they will start to shill. If it's disclosed, others know that they may take the opinions with a grain of salt.
Last time I purchased an amp from RSA, I mentioned I would be looking at purchasing one for my son in law in the near future.
Ray advised that if I purchased both together he would knock of some money and pay for postage
Also Ken at ALO has regularly given me a discount on purchases and discounted shipping.
I also got a discount on my last several audio purchases
Do I now have to say that I am a member of the trade representing
1. RSA
2. Wilson Audio
3. Black Diamond Racing
4. Graham Engineering
5. Benz Micro
6. Sim Audio
7. ALO
etc.etc.etc
I also just purchased several new albums, at which time I received a "Discount", 10% off plus no tax
Am I now a member of the trade for
1. Mobile fidelity
2. Classic Records
3. Vinyl Lovers
4. RTI
5. S&P Records
If this is the case I would suspect that everyone on this forum is a shill....
Lets keep it real