Came in here because my old stereo receiver went out and I had heard from Spin Again Records in…read moreDowntown that this was the place for stereo/record player equipment. I was going to see if they could possibly repair it but Dave gave me his honest opinion that I should just replace it. It was donezo...However he did not urge me to replace it with something new & super expensive but with one of the many used vintage receivers they have to select from at a much lower price. He broke down the quality difference and prices since I didn't have much knowledge on the subject and brands. When I found the one I liked he didn't hesitate to show me how to use it. I decided to throw a tape deck (also many to choose from) on to the bill and Dave again gave me the run down on it. Reassuringly before I left he told me if I got home got it connected and had problems with it that I should comeback and he'd help me sort it out. I really appreciated all the help and knowledge I got from the guy. I know for a fact that I never would have ever gotten this quality of service from an online or big-box store. I will be back to upgrade my record player soon. But for now the music I play now has never sounded better or louder. Thanks!

I had a great experience with sound by Dave in Chico. Tyler is very professional an offer…read morereasonable prices. I was getting quotes from other places to install a deck in my 2015 Jeep Wrangler and most shops quoted anywhere between 700 and $800 one place even said $1000. Sound by Dave. Not only did he saved me money, but the installation was done really well and everything works perfectly. I got a quality deck, and I am very satisfied. I would definitely recommend. If you're looking for quality car audio work at a fair price in Chico, I highly recommend sound by Dave.

The Audio Nerd is one of the best record stores I've been to. Not it's a bit of a drive from me and…read moreso I can never visit as often as I'd like to, but I have never had a bad experience. The owner is very passionate about music and you can tell it from talking to him. He is friendly, was chatting with all the different customers about what they picked, and even gives good suggestions! I bought a record from a band I had never heard of before (Fox Medicine). They were in the metal section but it was cute and bright pink. I looked them up quickly and listened to a couple songs and told myself I had to get that record. The owner was chatting with me about if I liked them or not and I was honest about literally just discovering them. He gave me one of their posters free of charge! They had just performed at his store and so he had a few left. I didn't realize he was giving it to me until we were leaving, I thought he was just showing me the poster. That absolutely made my day once I realized he was just giving it to me. The variety in this store is amazing with loads of vinyl, CDs, cassettes, and even music equipment! Prices are very fair, and everything is properly labeled. Instead of me having to get my hopes up inspect the record, the front usually says the condition, pressing, if it's colored, etc. I don't have to waste my time inspecting it myself, as the staff has already done the leg work. They even have a bargain bin (wall) with great deals! Down on the floor was a box that had cheap project vinyl too. When I worked at a record store I remember teachers coming in looking for the cheapest ones they could find for a various lessons they had coming up. I'm glad The Audio Nerd has a box for people like them. The store is a little bit cramped with how small it is and with how much product they carry, but it is such a gem and so fun to flip through. You can spend an hour or two easily in there despite it being a small store. Live shows even happen here! They move some of the tables out and put a band in there. Shout out Hayden for always promoting upcoming shows there! And as if this place couldn't get any cooler, they also do punch cards too... Who has ever heard of a record store doing a punch card before? Absolutely amazing. If you are looking for a cool new record store, The Audio Nerd is a great place to check out.

This is the most disorganized mess of a "store" we'd ever seen in our lives--absolutely filthy with…read morepiles of junk everywhere. Selection was difficult bc their organization is a joke. I ended up finding 3 records to purchase. Got home & 2 of them are so warped they're garbage! Won't be back to this dump

The audio gods of California! If you haven't been there,…read moreyou're missing out! Audio heaven. Steve really knows his audio and can build the perfect setup for anyone.

This place is nothing short of sublime and well worth whatever it takes for you to make the…read morepilgrimage. I say "pilgrimage" because 1. it was a 4 hour drive and 2. it may well be the most wonderful aural experience you will ever have. I don't care how nice your headphones are, they cannot get anywhere near the imaging, depth, and impact that is provided by the equipment in this store. Remember, sound is a pressure wave, you don't just hear it with your ears, it is something you can feel with your whole body as it vibrates the air all around you. Likely if you are reading this review then you already have your reason for being interested in what this store has to offer. My reason is that I first experienced the greats of rock on my parents' hifi system (equipped with traditional large woofers) and have a need to imprint that same experience on my children (in the hope that they will have their third eye open to what music can be: time capsules, exploding with pure emotion). So, equipped with reason enough to visit, what makes Fly Hifi worth it? So many reasons. The most basic: you'll get better quality equipment here than ANYWHERE else for a much lower price. Other important factors: reliability (all equipment has a 30 day guarantee), a great demo space (great isolation and acoustically treated walls), ideal amplification (you'll hear the speakers' full potential), expertise (Steve knows his stuff but does not lord it over you), and vibes (all the other things that you can't find anywhere else like the comfy chairs, smell of high quality wood cabinets, zero pressure to buy from folks who enjoy what they are doing). So if you read all the way to here you're probably thinking, "Ok dude, I get to the point, you liked going to the vintage hifi store (who wouldn't?); what did you actually BUY?" Answer: The Klipsch Cornwall IIIs. I listened to them and in moments I knew they were exactly what I wanted. The punch of the bass seamlessly integrated with the crystal clear mids was so focused and clear which was exactly how I felt when I first heard my parents' system with my 3 year old hyper-sensitive frame. These things are going to blow my children away (with fidelity, not dBs; be responsible) and if my kids only come out of their childhoods with a passing interest in music it will not be for lack of the right exposure! I could not be happier with everything from pre-sales communication through purchase. Thanks again Steve for all your help and I'll be sure to follow up as I build out the system.

These guys really shit the bed at last weeks Butte College graduation. Microphones cutting out…read moreduring the National Anthem and during speeches. Music playing while speakers were giving their speeches, very sloppy overall and it did not make the graduation ceremony feel like a professional event at all. Did anyone even do sound checks before the event? I'm pretty sure the high school AV club would have done a better job. Hopefully Butte College didn't have to pay for anything. It was really bad.

I had a reunion party and needed to rent a tv. Pricing was clear and scheduling was a breeze. Abbey…read morewas polite, professional and always answered my questions. I ended up needing speakers and a microphone. Abbey worked with me to find the system that would work the best. When the system was delivered the guys were amazing!!! They set everything up including my old Nintendo 64! They made sure everything worked and that we knew how to use all the devices. They were absolutely great! I would highly recommend this company for all your AV needs!!! Thank you everyone for all your hard work!

Still the best kept secret!! In this little " Shade Tree", speaker shop lives a cross-over…read morePicasso. He does good work, and he's honest. I had some ailing Acoustic Research speakers, and Mike did a few things, and brought them back to some " super bitchen " speakers! Thumbs -Up Mike!! Thanks Again.... JD

Mike rebuilt one of my EVM 15Ls with a 4ohm voice coil. I just loaded it into a custom bass cabinet…read moreI built and gave the whole setup a good test run at rehearsal last night. It works perfectly. Fair price and good turnaround time too!!

I walked in this summer genuinely interested in getting into analog, and left having been told I…read morewasn't the kind of customer this store sells to. The owner didn't ask what I listen to, what I own, or what I was hoping to build. He told me he typically sells to people with the "means" and the "space" for an analog setup, and that he couldn't help me. That was the whole interaction. For context: I already run a KEF LS60 system with two KC62 subwoofers. The KC62 is roughly the size of a shoebox. Neither means nor space was ever the issue, and one question would have told him that. I don't know what he was actually reacting to, and I'll never know. What I do know is that a dealer who sizes up customers on sight instead of asking them anything is bad at the job. Plenty of shops in this city will take your questions seriously. Go to one of those.

Best shopping experience I've had in a decade. Tim was super helpful, talked me out of spending…read moremore money than necessary, and obviously knows his stuff. Will return and highly recommend.

Channels AV has fantastic customer service. I had an issue with tuning my system, and within the…read morehour, they sent a tech who resolved my problem. Highly recommend!!

Channels AV helped me out on installing a new surround system I had purchased. They were amazing!…read moreThey got a technician out on very short notice & were able to get my system up & going. They were also great when I had a follow up question a few days later. Their customer service was ABOVE & BEYOND. When I got the invoice, it was consistent with what they quoted me & very fair. Whether you are buying your own equipment or considering theirs, I can't recommend them enough!

All of the enthusiastic reviews are accurate: Steven is highly skilled yet approachable, and his…read moreability to explain actual and potential problems is amazing.

Amazing place for records and music enjoyment with different rooms for reviewing HiFi…read more If you have an old record player they will give you a free evaluation on course of action on repair or point you in the right direction to go. Great place for hosting an event.

I don't know what that Jim G. guy is talking about in the reviews here. He obviously doesn't know…read morehow to take constructive criticism. The staff at Lone Crow Audio was nothing but stellar. Very knowledgeable. They will definitely give you THERE opinion when asked. Don't ask if you don't want the truth. I love how they aren't coming across as salespersons and have a no nonsense stance on audio products. Not just tryin to sell you something. Music is there passion.

John and Bailey are very kind and passionate and happy to demo the finest gear in the country. I've…read morebought a lot of gear from them and often return for upgrades.