[jfourc]

I'm going to Singapore in August or September to visit family.

-Are headphones cheaper or more expensive there than in the US?
-Can anyone recommend any good places to try out or buy headphones? (Or point me to an existing thread).

Thanks!

 

[40Hz]

I can't answer your first question (I'm not in the US), but the answer to the second is most likely to be Jaben Network, at the Adelphi (Jaben Network). I gather the main man is known as Uncle Wilson, and is supposed to be knowledgeable, friendly and enthusiastic. If you make it to the Adelphi, I also understand it is something of an audiophile must-see. Good luck

 

[jfourc]

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Originally Posted by 40Hz /img/forum/go_quote.gif I can't answer your first question (I'm not in the US), but the answer to the second is most likely to be Jaben Network, at the Adelphi (Jaben Network). I gather the main man is known as Uncle Wilson, and is supposed to be knowledgeable, friendly and enthusiastic. If you make it to the Adelphi, I also understand it is something of an audiophile must-see. Good luck

The Adelphi looks just like the place I'm looking for. Thanks also for the link to the Jaben Network. I will make it a point to stop by come August. Even if the prices are more expensive, it'll be a good chance to try out some headphones and other gear.

 

[roastpuff]

Uncle Wilson is the man to see in Singapore for audio gear - he'll hook you up!

 

[ClieOS]

Beside Jaben, also try Stereo Electronic @ Causeway Point shopping mall on the North side of Singapore. Sim Lim Square plaza is another plaza to go for all kind of electronic.

 

[ericj]

You could ask at SGHeadphones

 

[Nocturnal310]

^ sg headphones is Stereo Electronics forum i think.

they have better pricing but they are more sales oriented in contrast to jabens laid back style of business

 

[jfourc]

Thanks for all the great replies everyone. SGHeadphones does look like a worthwhile site to check out when I get some more time. When I was in Singapore last summer, I don't remember seeing headphones at Sim Lim, but then again, I wasn't really looking for headphones back then. I really want to meet this Uncle Wilson - he sounds legendary.

 

[fatman711]

Stereo is in Plaza Singapura now I think

 

[uberburger101]

Stereo isn't moving, it will just be opening another outlet at Plaza Singapura. Stereo is generally more headphone/desktop rig-related while Jaben is the place to go for IEMs/portable amps (less iQube and iBasso, which are found at Stereo).

Adelphi is a great place to be at though, many audiophile CD shops there as well.

 

[SiriuslyCold]

STEREO - http://www.stereo.com.sg
http://www.bluetin.com