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.

Found as I walking by. Went in, it's a very nice shop! I was not looking for anything in particular…read moreand just browsed around. Employees were nice and let me look and spend some time in the shop. Can't speak to price or anything didn't inquire about anything.

I stopped in Curtis on upgrading my system and Jacob was an absolute gem of knowledge! He took me…read morethrough multiple listening rooms and let me try some incredible speakers and we talked room design and musical instruments, the kind people at Music Lovers Audio are there for your audio questions and upgrades

Music Lovers Audio & Video is exactly what its name promises, and Spencer Giel is exactly the kind…read moreof person you want guiding you through one of the most rewarding and dangerous journeys you can embark on as an audiophile. I came in as someone just getting into the high end audio market, surrounded by gear I could only dream about, and Spencer never once made me feel unwelcome or out of place. I've visited other stores where you can feel judged the moment you walk in based on your wallet size. That was never the case here. As someone around my age with the same passion for amazing sound without millionaire budgets, he got it immediately. He worked with me from start to finish, helping me build a system that punches well above its price point. The result was a carefully curated blend of tubes and solid state that created a synergy I didn't fully appreciate until I heard it all together. He helped me select my Paradigm Persona 5F speakers, Audio Research LS27 preamp, Parasound A21+, AudioQuest Niagara 3000, and interconnects. Each brand chosen with intention, Paradigm out of Toronto, Parasound originally based right here in San Francisco, Audio Research from Minnesota, and AudioQuest from Irvine CA. Respected names with solid reputations in the audiophile community that fit my budget without compromising on quality. Any system I was curious about I was able to audition without any pressure or hesitation. That kind of access says a lot about how they treat customers. And it doesn't stop at the sale. They helped with three moves of my audio gear, something regular movers simply are not equipped to handle with equipment this precious. They also helped connect my system which is a level of service you just don't expect from a retailer. That kind of relationship goes well beyond a transaction. The store itself is filled with incredible gear across some of the most coveted lines in the industry. McIntosh, Audio Research, Boulder, Anthem, dCS, and speakers from Paradigm, KEF, Wilson, Sonus Faber, and more. They also specialize in home theater if that's your thing. Just be warned, every visit is a little dangerous to the wallet. And don't overlook their preowned section either, it's where real bargains hide. That's how I picked up my Audio Research preamp for half its original price. This place is a "Music Lovers" dream whether you are just starting out or building your end game system. Ask for Spencer Giel, he's the real deal!

Short version: 5…read morestars. Best of class in San Francisco for people who love music. Go there for good gear selection, good conditions to try stuff, honest expert opinions (that will challenge you), and professional service. Long version: I have been shopping at the San Francisco location for close to a decade now. Over that period, I bought three or four pairs of headsets, a turntable, and a tube amplifier, along with a set of random accessories. So, presumably, somewhere under $10k total. I am not rich by any standard, and every purchase usually takes me months, sometimes years before I make a decision. I have also, during that period, bought equipment from other shops as well (specifically a number of DACs that they do not carry), and sometimes online. On the "issues" side, I brought back my amp and they got it serviced for free, working with the company (something was defective with the power unit). I also had to replace the cartridge of my turntable (broken by a (now) former friend), and they got me a good discount on the replacement. Every time, this was handled seriously and professionally. What I like with Music Lovers: - I never feel pressured to buy anything - they let me hang out in the store for extended headsets listening sessions (yes, you have to show that you are serious about this, not just passing by) - when asking ahead of time, they will setup a listening room for me with a reproduction of my existing system for a test session (just that is gold) - they know what they are talking about - they are not afraid of having opinions and sharing them - not (too much) audiophile bullshit - their brand selection is satisfying - you can score good deals on pre-owned, demo units, or previous-gen - they are responsive Now, reading some of the negative reviews, I thought I would add a few words to help people make the best of it - or decide it is not for them. The most recurring complaint is that "they are arrogant", "customer service is disrespectful". Yeah well, this is audiophile territory. People in this are driven by passion before anything else. So, what do you want exactly? Passion, but without passion? Yes, they will dish out on gear WX, or push gear YZ, or might look down on you if you claim that your gimmicky Wirecutter-recommended-gizmo is awesome. Deal with it. Drop the entitled American customer attitude. Just because you have money does not make your every dumb view worthy of respect. If you can't tell the difference between an honest opinion and "bad" customer service, then you should go to Walmart. "Talking down to you" and out of your shitty takes is them doing you a big service, instead of sucking up to you and selling you whatever overpriced cool-aid. No one is forcing you to agree with their opinions, or get passionate yourself. Just take these in for what they are (informed, expert views), do some side reading and research, develop your ear, and test yourself to figure out what is good for you. Agree with what you can confirm. Then ignore the rest. Simple. At the end of the day, this is not so much about their attitude than it is about yours: are you in it to find gear that you objectively like? or for the "shopping experience", to have people polish that oversized ego, hypnotizing you into buying the latest over-hyped idiocy? Loving music is very much like loving wine. It is hard. Nothing is obvious at first. It is exclusive. It's about honesty, and developing that ability to focus on intrinsic qualities rather than whatever a gullible market say is good. It takes a lifetime of commitment to developing that organ. So, do you expect reverent staff feeding you, ad-nauseam, that disgusting, sticker-buyer $500 Napa Chardonnay? Or do you want to learn something about wine and get to experience that Chablis Grand-Cru? Have fun, music lover :-).

Andrew and his team were awesome. Andrew came out provided a solution for our needs. Installation…read moreteam was professional, informative and thorough. Also accommodating. Had other quotes and Magnolia was the best value and quality was top notch. Highly recommend.

I was salivating over the Bowers & Wilkins (B&W) 804D3. I decided on the white ones because…read morethey're not something you see every day. They have silver tweeter housings instead of the usual black. They also have gray speaker grilles instead of the usual black. It made for a nice decor scheme for my front living room. I'm very happy to have them. I posted some pics. Bought while adhering to safety guidelines. Mike Ortega was my go to guy. Apparently, there were no white ones within a few hundred miles radius so he had some shipped from the other end of the continent. Thanks Mike In the past, the folks at Magnolia helped me buy a part for a speaker that I did not buy from them. I also bought a DVD/CD player and some parts for an audio rack; so yes, a very helpful staff.

A very educated and experienced tech guy named Bayron. Was great about helping my issue for a…read moreclient when I wasn't able to get tot he property.

Hiring vendors for a wedding can be stressful, and Bayron was the obvious choice after speaking…read morewith several DJs. It's clear that Tech4U is a professional team and wants to provide their customers with an outstanding experience. Bayron was able to meet us at the venue several times leading up to the big day, including some last minute changes to include a massive disco ball. It was not easy to rig a giant disco ball outside, but he got it done. Bayron also worked with us to fit our budget and went through several iterations of proposals. Bayron also has high-end equipment and his speakers packed all the punch needed to fill the floor and feel the heat. All in all, a class act and professional experience. Thank you Bayron!

Dave and Gina run Fatty's and they have been there a long time so they have a strong, loyal…read morecustomer following. we have become personal friends and often stop by just to say hi and catch up. huge selection of albums, speakers, audio gear, turntables as well as tools, artwork of all kinds and appliances. there are always hundreds of new items to look at. if there is something you have been hunting for Dave will either have one or be able to find it for you

lifetime customer…read more Dave is an amazing Guy as well as his wonderful staff, the kind of place you check first before the big box stores. I dont think you'll find a better deal anywhere else. Great value heck impeccabl. got a pair of JBL horn loaded giant two ways for 350$ only needed set of 70$ compression drivers and are now working and are an extremely rare set of horn loaded speakers. plus grabbed a bunch of cab radios and antennas for our cars and all amazing deals. this shop has most anything you'll need from stereos to cds and records to collectibles radio gear and tools. he's got everything!! Dave's always got my business.

Very knowledgeable and honest. Provided excellent help and was very patient throughout the process,…read moreanswered all of my questions thoroughly.

Robert has been calibrating my various display devices since the 1980's. He's calibrated every…read morekind of set I've owned for four decades. I've had sets from Pioneer, Sony, Samsung, Toshiba and now LG. I was one of his earliest clients and I've recommended him over these many years. I was originally about to purchase a Sony Master Z series 8k 75" set, but he strongly steered me toward an LG OLED - new G2 in 75". What a difference his advice made! Robert is considered by LG (and other companies as well) as being a Master Class Imaging Science Foundation (ISF) calibrator of display devices. He is also now working with Dolby Labs and they highly value his skill-set in their own development. Most people naively think calibrating a TV is merely adjusting the contrast, brightness, color, detail, etc. buttons on the remote LOL! Have I got news for you! That is NOT calibration no matter how good you "think" you are at setting those knobs. Calibration requires extremely expensive equipment that Robert brings to your home. A full calibration can take up to eight (8) hours, but when he's done you are going to be left with your mouth open in awe of what that set of yours is capable of showing! My calibration of the LG-G2 was completed yesterday. He started at 9am and finished just before 6pm. I invited a friend over to watch the long process and he was shocked at what's involved and he now wants the same done for him eventually. Robert loves to explain every single step of WHAT he's doing and WHY he's doing it. Watching him is like watching a micro-surgeon delicately tweak settings you don't have access to as an owner. Robert's professional skill-set does not come cheap, but if you've already spent several thousand on a good set, you would be foolish NOT to spend the extra to truly make it right. What you see on display at Best Buy, Costco or other shops, is just the BEGINNING of what a fully professionally calibrated set can ultimately look like. Robert has calibrated sets for many of the rich and famous Hollywood crowd and they know what the director intended for you to see on your screen. They want and accept nothing but the best . . . so why shouldn't you for all the money you already spent to get that display device?

I have worked with Mark at Pacific Wired on several installations, and he is top notch. I had gone…read moredown a rabbit hole spending 10s of thousands of dollars on a complex installation that just didn't work right. Mark sorted everything out, and got everything working perfectly. When I have a problem, he is responsive, and helps me troubleshoot. Most importantly, he is fair and does not run up bills on hardware or installations without explaining everything in a thoughtful consultation. He will even test solutions first before having me commit to expensive installs. I have been burned working with more established "high end" installation shops where you just have to trust what the guys are telling you and then never hear from them again. Not with Pacific Wired. I would recommend them to anyone, and will not go anywhere else for home theater, Wi-Fi, or any other home tech needs.

I've found Chris and Jacob to be extremely responsive and knowledgeable. Most recently, both…read moreresponded in the early evening to help us solve an issue with Control4. Both were available via phone and text, and very friendly and familiar with their products. And importantly they both were instrumental in solving the issue (which was caused by another device, not the Control4). Ultimately, this is a level of customer service that we don't experience often. Top quality and as a result I'm happy to strongly recommend Pacific Wired!