Is this legit?

[SMX_Dizzy]

Well, I was just looking at monitors when I came across this site. http://www.audiolines.com/product.php?productid=10546 New Behringer TRUTH B2031A's for $204?? That's amazing...but only if it's legit. I will definitely be buying those monitors, but only if that website is legit. I don't wanna be scammed (well, who does?).

If you could tell me whether you think I should order from that site or not that'd be helpful. I'm thinking about it, but I don't want to make the wrong move.

[gummblefish]

Originally Posted by SMX_Dizzy

Well, I was just looking at monitors when I came across this site. http://www.audiolines.com/product.php?productid=10546 New Behringer TRUTH B2031A's for $204?? That's amazing...but only if it's legit. I will definitely be buying those monitors, but only if that website is legit. I don't wanna be scammed (well, who does?).

If you could tell me whether you think I should order from that site or not that'd be helpful. I'm thinking about it, but I don't want to make the wrong move.

Have you used Those monitors before? What makes you want to get them?

[SMX_Dizzy]

The fact that they have awesome reviews (better than most monitors I've looked at) and are normally worth $300-$330.

I guess I could go to GC and test some out though.

[gummblefish]

Originally Posted by SMX_Dizzy

I guess I could go to GC and test some out though.

Definetly do that, Trust Your ears. And thats The Truth!

[Mixxit12]

I have ordered a couple of things from Audiolines. Never had a problem.

[foreverain4]

Originally Posted by SMX_Dizzy

The fact that they have awesome reviews (better than most monitors I've looked at) and are normally worth $300-$330.

I guess I could go to GC and test some out though.

that price attracts a certain demographic, hence the reviews. most people that have written those reviews have not expirienced high end monitors.

[DonF]

Originally Posted by SMX_Dizzy

That's amazing...but only if it's legit.

Audiolines.com has a public domain registration, with an address in Chicago. This lines up with the information on the site.

Mackie lists that company as an authorized dealer for Tracktion:
http://www.mackie.com/products/track...ers_alpha.html

My feeling is that the site is probably legit.

I added the item to my cart, and the word "subwoofer" appeared next to the product picture. That leads me to believe that there may be a mistake -- maybe they've got the wrong product number connected to the description. It wouldn't hurt to call them and verify the item and price before placing an order.

Also, check the "terms and conditions." This is not Zzounds or Musicians' Friend. No returns are allowed unless the item is defective, so you can't try them out and return them if you don't like them.

Don

[BRDTS]

The Audiolines price is a typo mistake...I just called them. They're fixing it right now. I had to call them to ask because as a dealer...that price was lower than my dealer cost.

[jonnyc]

Originally Posted by SMX_Dizzy

The fact that they have awesome reviews (better than most monitors I've looked at) and are normally worth $300-$330.

I guess I could go to GC and test some out though.

Stop reading reviews, in this business people often go apeshit over their new gear. Generally they're so enamored with the new gear that they can't say anything bad about it. If it's your first set of monitors then I guess go for it, but eventually you'll want to check out brands like Event, ADAM, Dynaudio, etc... The only thing that would bother me about those Behringers, besides the fact they aren't very good, would be the fact they're so heavily discounted. They're either refurb or some kind of open box. Again, do not listen to anyone's reviews.

[foreverain4]

Originally Posted by jonnyc

Stop reading reviews, in this business people often go apeshit over their new gear. Generally they're so enamored with the new gear that they can't say anything bad about it. If it's your first set of monitors then I guess go for it, but eventually you'll want to check out brands like Event, ADAM, Dynaudio, etc... The only thing that would bother me about those Behringers, besides the fact they aren't very good, would be the fact they're so heavily discounted. They're either refurb or some kind of open box. Again, do not listen to anyone's reviews.

or they are trying to convince themselves they didnt just waste a few hundred dollars..

[Robert D]

The thing about reading user reviews is that you've got to resist hearing what you want to hear just because it supports your desire to save money. Most gear has it's cheerleaders and it's naysayers. In between the lines is usually the truth, and like the olympics, you throw out the highest and lowest scores. You can usually tell the objective reviews. Of course, any time you can go hear something for yourself, that's the way to go. But that isn't always possible, so you read all you can and try to devine some truth out of it.

[Ironklad Audio]

i think the most "scammiest" thing about the reviews you hear about different gear is the fact that they're all from people who get a brand new unit, plug it in, and give their opinion

rarely do you see a review from someone who has owned a product for an extended period of time, and used it extensively...wear and tear is the great equalizer, and most reviews don't seem to take that into account - even when they do talk about the perceived quality of the components

[SMX_Dizzy]

If this place is legit, which it seems like it is, I'm definitely ordering these. I'll try to give em a test first, but for $200 you can't really beat it, can you?

EDIT: Nevermind, the price went back up to normal.

[jonnyc]

Originally Posted by SMX_Dizzy

If this place is legit, which it seems like it is, I'm definitely ordering these. I'll try to give em a test first, but for $200 you can't really beat it, can you?

EDIT: Nevermind, the price went back up to normal.

For future reference, if you're going to order something online with your credit card then don't worry so much if it's "legit" just pull the trigger and if it turns out not to be "legit" just report fraud and you'll have the funds back in your account. These days, unless it's ebay or something like that, it's usually not hard getting back your money. And sorry but for some reason your "legits" are fucking driving me insane. Probably goes along with that sociopath thing.

[SMX_Dizzy]

Alright, well this thread is over since it went back to the original price.

[gummblefish]

Originally Posted by SMX_Dizzy

Alright, well this thread is over

But, but..baby i can change, please. Dont do it. That other price meant nothing to me, it was only money. Please baby!

[jonnyc]

Originally Posted by SMX_Dizzy

Alright, well this thread is over since it went back to the original price.

This thread is over when we say it's over. There is a learning experience here. Which is, if you're considering behringer monitors then you should just hook up some panasonic shelf speakers and stick your head up your ass, you'll probably get a similar outcome.

[fraserhutch]

Hey, don't hold back, tell us how you really feel........

Originally Posted by jonnyc

This thread is over when we say it's over. There is a learning experience here. Which is, if you're considering behringer monitors then you should just hook up some panasonic shelf speakers and stick your head up your ass, you'll probably get a similar outcome.

[amra]

Dude, that has to suck - BRDTS totally jacked up your chance at getting them to honor that price, or didn't you catch that up the thread?

[jonnyc]

Originally Posted by fraserhutch

Hey, don't hold back, tell us how you really feel........

Sorry I'm outta my pills, give me few more days and it'll get a lot worse.

[Robert D]

Originally Posted by jonnyc

Sorry I'm outta my pills, give me few more days and it'll get a lot worse.

I can't wait. Chess must have found his, he's mellowed out a bit the last few days. Glad someone's taking up the slack.