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12/16/09
Great Place
by rhinebeckresident at Citysearch
Burt knows everything about quality audio and he can really hook you up with exactly what you need. Some of the other reviews mention that the wait can be long which is true, but it's one guy taking care of everything, working the phones etc. Still I had a great time waiting. I brought in a vintage record player, which he knew everything about and told me how to care for it in the future. While he fixed it and helped other customers I sifted through records, then he tested it out and played a few from his personal collection. I think he has something for everybody, high end or not. He's all about quality so if what he recommends is too pricey just say so and he'll give you an alternative. As for the political discussions that come up...he has very strong opinions and can come off as preachy to those who might know less. Still, no point in getting in an argument, he really means well.
11/18/08
Burt stands buy his products in a huge way
by markdon at Citysearch
As you can see from the other reviews people either loveBurt, or hate him without much in between. Bottom line is he sells quality audio, and electronics. Some of it is relatively high end, and most is very good quality, good value electronics that will fit into most's budget. If you can't afford something very high end then chances are he will have something for what you might pay at best buy, but is much better quality then what best buy will carry. The clincher is that he offers a LIFETIME GUARANTEE on his goods and does not make you pay extra for any kind of service plan. Well worth having to pay tax (as another poster mentioned). Take best buy's price, add their service contract price, tax, etc.., and you probably pay as much or more than burt charges and they will not stand by their product for life. Your life. I just brought him a dvd player i bought from him in 2/2002 (almost 7 years ago) and he repaired it on the spot (replaced a part) right in front of me. no charge. This is not the first time he has come through for me. The only problem I can see people having with him is that he gets a little manic sometimes - his personality can turn some people off. I personally think he's hilarious and will continue to buy my electronics from him.
- Pros: no fee guarantee, higher end audio thats affordable, wacky dude
- Cons: some people don't like wacky dudes
09/19/08
Long Live BURT!
by MrE666 at Citysearch
Burt is a one man encyclopedia of audio and he has used his time and expertise to stock the absolute best products in your budget. He always has time for customers, which is why sometimes you have to wait to get his ear, but it is well worth the wait. For what you get, he is not in the least overpriced. He is a throwback to a time when people spent time with customers, and worked for the love of it. Long live Burt!
- Pros: Burt
- Cons: parking could be better
