When I win the lottery, this place is number three on the visit list (after going to quit my job…read moreand the Ferrari dealership). They've got Hi-Fis to make your eyes water here. Gorgeous sound quality from even some of the cheaper stuff on offer will put you in a bad mood and go home to your I Pod speakers. It's not just about audio here, although that's definitely what they do best. The TV selection is excellent. They're really good at helping to buy you the right thing. I don't know my LCD from my plasma. They were able to explain, without talking down to me, the benefits of each in a way that made sense. Something every shop selling expensive goods needs to be able to do, but a lot can't. Somewhere that deserves having several hundred quid spent at, Richer Sounds offer a better alternative to the big chain warehouses that sell electronics.

Busta Rhymes is an artist whose name I took a long time to realise what it meant. As slowly as…read more'bust a rhyme' crept in I also realised that perhaps this place wasn't run by someone called Rich but that the sounds are actually richer. A long standing flagship on Whiteladies rd this is Richer Sounds and this is where the knowledge lies. Many years in the game the more than competent staff know pretty much all there is to know about speakers, amps, sound and all the rest of it. Check online if you want before you come here but they're always full of high-end hardware and absurdly low prices. They'll put you together a terrific bundle and they even have a fully sound proofed demo room to try before you buy. Two thumbs up to Richer Sounds I say.

Quite a small store but everything you need…read more Genuinely helpful friendly staff. Good central location. Great prices on cables and more obscure things.

I have bought alot of stuff from here over the years, and I think that the quality/value mix is…read moresecond to none. They sell much of the very latest kit, from budget prices to high end fat wallet. Their speaker wire and cables are particularly good value, and I would recomend their own brand as being able to stand comparison with much more costly equivalents. They have a sound proofed trial room so that you can hear your prospective purchase before you buy. If you want to get the best of service and attention from the staff, I would suggest that you avoid Saturdays as the shop gets extremely busy then.

Ian's advice today was extremely helpful. I wanted specific advice on speaker crossovers, Ian went…read moreabove and beyond just being helpful, his advice and expertise clarified my doubts. It was a pleasure speaking with him. I would highly recommend. Thank you Ian. Fernando

Ian has carried out two pieces of work on my Meridian speakers, Both times I have received…read moreexcellent service for a very fair price. On the second occasion the work was completed in well under 24 hours even though it was a Sunday! Ian is extremely knowledgeable. Highly recommended.

This is the most helpful shop in Cardiff if you're after a new stereo, amp, or other audio and…read morevisual goods. They know their kit and their brands, and can offer really sound advice according to your budget. From basics such as speaker cabling through to full sound systems, TVs, DVD players and recorders, they offer good price deals and don't try to push the most expensive products down your throat. They stock a good range of well-known brands and don't talk down to you if you know little about electrical equipment. You might be able to match or even better their prices online, but you just won't be able to benefit from their expertise. If you see something you like, however, grab it there and then - as stock often flies out of the door not long after it arrives.

This is the kind of shop that will have a never-ending supply of teenage boys pressing their noses…read moreup against the glass. Once upon a time they were the be all and end all in tape recorders, then they moved on to CD players, and now it's all about Ipod docking stations. Basically, Richer Sounds always manages to have the most modern equipment on the general market, and they always keep with the times (unlike some of the other such stores in the area). Because this is quite a small little place on Cowbridge Road East (an area I remember from my childhood as having seen better times), there is a sense of community spirit; clearly they've managed to build up a nice little network of loyal clientele. But this shop is run by people who know their stuff and are clearly passionate about getting the right products on their shelves, and knowing what brands are best for them and their customers. A good place to consider in the epic hunt for your next electrical item.

I once made the stupid mistake of admitting in this shop that I didn't have the first clue about…read moreelectronics which left me open to being patronised and embarrassed. All I wanted was a replacement microphone for my karaoke machine, not a lecture on why my old microphone was so rubbish they're not surprised that it broke. As I am 'thee of little brain' when it comes to electronics I took along the connector, adaptor and microphone that I was in need of along only to be given the completely wrong bit of kit to take away with me. It was hastily returned the next day, when I was served by somebody so helpful it made me feel a little less bitter about the whole experience. Too little too late - I won't be taking my stupid queries here again!

Sure, this place does loads of useful bits and pieces, as well as a few less useful ones, but…read morethere's one category of items in which it really excels - and for that reason, it is a godsend for the tech hungry among us. Yes, that's right, I'm talking about adaptors. I hate to think how much time and money I've spent in this place trying to find something to connect lead A to socket B or visa versa. I know it would be far cheaper to pick them all up on the internet, but I'm an impatient kind of chap, so when I buy a new piece of kit I want it to work as soon as I lovingly unsheathe it from it's cellophane wrapping. If it's not going to work straight away, then there's really only one option - to Maplin, quick!

Richer Sounds, on Sidwell Street, is a fantastic little electrical goods retail outlet. The…read moremerchandise is all very reasonably priced, but it's always a good idea to check online prices before you buy - you might be able to haggle them down. The quality of the products is very high, and the staff are all very kind and helpful as well as knowledgeable about the goods on sale. I've always had a good experience whenever I've gone there to buy stereos etc. I would recommend it to anyone who is looking for a stereo, television, DVD player or any other form of electrical merchandise.

Not a bad place to buy electronics, a bit out of the way to get to. And not a very big place…read more Bought a dvd player from here couple of years ago and it broke after about 5 months. I wouldnt say they were the cheapest for DVD players, or TVs but they're not bad value.

Now this is a shop for those people serious about sound. More than that, for those that want you to…read moreknow they're serious about sound. Whenever I've had a need for new musical hardware in the past I've headed to Richer Sounds. There's a few about in Bristol and they really know their stuff. Audio T, in the same vein, is very knowledgeable about what they're selling but they're in a much higher price range. It isn't just about the quality of the music here, it's more about the aesthetic style of the speakers and the amps; the cool and effortless curves of CD players and subs that'd put a Jag to shame. On the shop floor they have expert members of staff, comfortable sofas and two decent sized, sound proofed listening rooms. The floor is arranged stylishly like Will Smith's living room, thousands of pounds worth of kit glistening and shimmering. This shop really shows a secondary stage of music appreciation. A stage for those with a little extra to spend, and a little extra on top of that to flash.

From the owner: Audio T is a specialist Hi-Fi retailer and offers you a range of premium two channel stereo and…read moremulti-channel home cinema products. We love music and film and are passionate about sound quality.