Help with buying Pioneer online - Recommendations ?

[timetohunt]

I am going to buy Pioneer's Flagship receiver, the VSX94-TXH Elite.

It seems that I could save as much as 350 bucks if I buy from an online source. But I want to make sure that I am not getting a refurbished, fake, or be put in a bad service situation. I noticed by looking at some of the bottom portion of the posts here, that more than a few folks do use Pioneer for their AVRs, mostly the Pioneer Elites line. So I figure someone here might know where (or if) to purchase online.

Can anyone recommend an internet outlet that is reputable for this, esp Pioneer? Or should I go local? Normally I support my one or two local indepedant audio places that are near me. Near meaning an hour or so away, I'm out in the sticks.

Side Note: I have pretty much made up my mind on the VSX94, if you feel the need to encourage some other model or brand, feel free though. I have my reasons for this selection, but that's another topic.

thanks,
t

 

[adk highlander]

I do not believe that you will get a full warrenty with any online retailer. You may get a warranty with them but not with Pioneer. Pioneer Elite is a dealer only product line and I am not aware of any authorized online retailers of Pioneer Elite Receivers.

Oh and the 94 is not the flagship any longer. This new SC-09TX is it. http://www.pioneerelectronics.com/PUSA/PressRoom/Press+Releases/Home+Entertainment/Pioneer+Showcases+new+Flagship+A|V+Receiver+Outfitted+for+High-End+Home+Theater+Performance+Like+Never+Before

 

[fmw]

Is under $1300 including shipping a good price?

http://cgi.ebay.com/Pioneer-VSX-94TXH-Elite-HomeTheater-Receiver-VSX-94-TXH_W0QQitemZ290194220784QQihZ019QQcategoryZ14981QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

 

[Thunder18]

Here's a link...

to Pioneer's own list of authorized internet dealers. Now the easiest thing would be if you had a Best Buy with a Magnolia inside it near you, but as you said, it doesn't sound like that's an option. You can also click "find a store" at the top of the page to see if there is an Elite dealer anywhere near your vicinity.

Here's some food for thought if you're thinking of going the ebay route:

"eBay Sellers
Pioneer does NOT authorize any of its dealers to sell new products on eBay. Pioneer's agreements with its dealers prohibit sales on eBay. Accordingly, Pioneer does not offer its limited manufacturer's warranty or rebates for products purchased from any dealers on eBay."

 

[timetohunt]

Is under $1300 including shipping a good price?

http://cgi.ebay.com/Pioneer-VSX-94TXH-Elite-HomeTheater-Receiver-VSX-94-TXH_W0QQitemZ290194220784QQihZ019QQcategoryZ14981QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

That is a good price. I was seeing them for around 1150 on ebay including shipping, but not lately, maybe some one time deal or something. So, I have found around my way the unit at 1439 + tax, for the extra $150, it might be best that I just be safe and go local (myer emco, been around here for a few decades).

 

[timetohunt]

I do not believe that you will get a full warrenty with any online retailer. You may get a warranty with them but not with Pioneer. Pioneer Elite is a dealer only product line and I am not aware of any authorized online retailers of Pioneer Elite Receivers.

Oh and the 94 is not the flagship any longer. This new SC-09TX is it. http://www.pioneerelectronics.com/PUSA/PressRoom/Press+Releases/Home+Entertainment/Pioneer+Showcases+new+Flagship+A|V+Receiver+Outfitted+for+High-End+Home+Theater+Performance+Like+Never+Before

OUCH. $7000