im planning to put an audio system for my car soon... where should i go? an independent audio shop or circuit city? why?
2007-03-04 10:13:52 · 8 answers · asked by haha12367 1 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Car Audio
Why not get estimates from both?
Find out the services that each offer, and what you get for your money, including warranties. Weigh the pros and cons of each and then make an informed decision.
2007-03-04 10:18:20 · answer #1 · answered by Lemar J 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I worked as a Roadshop Manager for Circuit for 8 years. I can tell you that most of the installers are pretty good. Circuit has a good training program and most managers are there because they truly love the business. I say most because naturally with a company that big there are a few that will fall through the cracks.
With Circuit you have a lifetime labor guarantee and a 30 day return policy on product.
As far as product selection, I dont agree with one of the other posters that said you get better equipment at an independent shop. Last I checked, Kicker, MTX, Pioneer etc, were all great companies with a solid reputation. Sure, you can go to an independent and get exclusive lines like Diamond Audio etc but get ready to drop some serious money.
If you buy speakers or subs at Circuit, buy the extra 2 or 3 year warranty. if they blow they replace them, no questions asked. Here's a tip, only buy the warranty on one pair (if more than one identical pair is purchased) or one sub. There's no serial number that they record so you can in essence get protection on both subs for the price of one, just don't try to return both subs at the same time.
Good luck!
2007-03-04 11:21:09 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
LOL, compare the price, i had my Amp done in circuit city, he did a very good job. Installing Audio system is not Rocket science. You simply connect the wires, ground it properly, and bolt it on tight. Believe it on not, those Audio system installation is just like installing a Surround sound system in ur house. Besides the fact that you have to open up the car and drill holes, which you dont find comfortable doing. I had it done in circuitcity because It a cold weather during the winter. and they are only charging me $70 for a 4 hrs of work if i do it myself.
2007-03-04 10:34:49 · answer #3 · answered by steak5959 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Audio shop. That's all they do. Circuit city, you don't know if the guys have experience or not.
2007-03-04 10:19:29 · answer #4 · answered by Fordman 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Definately an independent. You will get better equipment, louder and better pricing. Plus anyone can get a job as a circuit city installer so your probably not getting quality
2007-03-04 10:20:24 · answer #5 · answered by ibrollin05 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would go with the independent shop if you don't feel comfortable doing it yourself. But why not buy a book and try it yourself that way when you want to upgrade or change things you know how and don't have to pay every time. Then you can trouble shoot it if something goes wrong in the future.
2007-03-04 11:27:43 · answer #6 · answered by hyperfamilyman 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
check the reputation of the indpendent shop, if they do a good job then compare prices to see what one to choose. Circuit city doesnt do a bad job, id pick circuit city over best buy any day though.......
2007-03-04 10:50:59 · answer #7 · answered by BM33 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
your choice, but check word of mouth first.
2007-03-04 10:17:09 · answer #8 · answered by duster 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋