freak@ihu1n.UUCP (c e malloy) (02/22/85)
After doing some research on compact disc players, I recently purchased one. All the talk about features, sampling rate, number of lasers, etc. had me confused. I have two laser disc players, video that is. So I used that knowledge as a starting point, along with my knowledge of computers. After looking at about 20 different players, comparing the features, price and reputation, I bought a Scott model 939AD. I felt with a three beam laser, a sampling rate of 88.2, and a price of $390, I couldn't go wrong. I have had it now for about two weeks. And have 20 discs. But, with a collection of over 2,000 albums, I wanted to find a good, inexpensive source of CD's. (Because I would like to replace as many albums as I can with CD's.) Well, I have been reading different groups on the "net" for about one year and looked for a group that might have some information on CD's. That is when I found "net.audio". And, lo and behold, you people were talking about just what I was looking for. After reading about 50 messages about different mail order houses (and searching the local record shops), I think I found the answer. That answer is... Compact Disc Centre (1-800-CDCENTR) After calling them today, I would like to clarify some of the points mentioned in earlier postings. And my own opinions. First. They have some of the best prices around, even if you don't order 10 or more discs. They have a shipping and handling fee of $2.00 reguardless of the number of discs that you order. Second. They are very consumer orientated. They gave me a feeling that I was important to them. While I know that with out people retailers are nothing, most of the places that I do business with don't care about the people that come into their stores. They give the impression that they are the only ones in the business of selling whatever they are selling, and that if I want it, I must put up with them. I don't buy that. If they want my money, they must be willing to work with me. (Sorry about the flame.) I called CDC to request their catalog. That's all, just a catalog. I spent about 45 minutes on their toll-free number. She explained, in close detail, every aspect of the way in which the company operated. She didn't have to do that. But it showed to me the concern that they had for the customer. I like that. Third. If you do wish to take advantage of the $1.00 off per disc you must order 10 or more discs. But, you don't have to order extra discs just to take advantage of the discount. If one or more of the discs you have ordered is out of stock, all you need to do is ask them to back order the missing discs. They will attempt to ship back orders within 30 days. If, after 30 days, they cannot ship you the missing discs, then you will lose the discount price. If the back order is shipped, then you must pay a $1.00 shipping fee for each shipment. Confused? I will endeavor to explain. Say you order 10 discs. Eight are in stock. Two are not. The eight are shipped immediately for the cost plus $2.00 shipping. Now, let us presume that one of the back ordered discs comes in six days later. You have the choice of either having it shipped then, and incurring a $1.00 shipping fee, or waiting until the second arrives. Now, the second one arrives 12 days later. If the first wasn't shipped when it arrived, they will both be sent to you for $1.00. In short, you will be charged $2.00 for the first shipment and $1.00 for every shipment thereafter, until the order is complete. The other way to get the discount price is to send a list of ten discs with at least three alternates. Then, if for some reason, only eight are in stock, you will still get the discount price. Still confused? Call them. They will explain it. Fourth. Orders are shipped immediately. If you call and place an order before 12:00 EST (noon), it will be shipped that day. All orders are shipped UPS. If you are in a hurry, request UPS Next Day Air. They will ship it that way if you want to pay the extra charge. In conclusion. If they are as good as they sound, why buy anywhere else? Clancy Malloy AT&T Bell Labs Indian Hill Naperville, IL (..!ihnp4!ihu1n!freak)