Pro Audio Suppliers....

[Cmaas73]

Just looking for what people use to order their equipment. I have always used PSSL.com but they are having issues with items from Sennheiser (wireless mic systems).
I'd prefer to stick with a well known company (online) and if anybody is around the Madison Wisconsin area, something I can actually go and see.

I have a project time line issue and if PSSL.com can't get any Shure or Sennheiser stuff, it will be a a mad dash to get this done by the 10th of July.

[bouldersoundguy]

Um, this forum is hosted by Sweetwater, so that would be my first suggestion. Hopefully they won't get upset if I also mention Full Compass, B&H, Broadcast Supply Warehouse, Musician's Friend and Guitar Center. That's just off the top of my head. There's a Guitar Center store in your town and a Music Go Round over near Milwaukee if you're up for a drive. Music Go Round has used gear and online listings. But definitely check out Sweetwater.

[TimmyP1955]

If you know what you want no question and price is #1, northernsound.net

If service before and after the sale is #1 (along with a good price), Sweetwater.

[Cmaas73]

It's funny because when I first posted here, I didn't realize Sweetwater aalso sold equipment.
I ended up using Sweetwater as my 2nd supplier as that my usual could'nt get the Sennheiser stuff. Patrick in sales was great to work with even if I was a little demanding...haha. But he still stuck in a freebie Sweeetwater t-shirt.
I also found out we have a Full Compass less than 45 minutes from me. They saved the day with getting me some rack mounts for a outdated amp.
I haven't checked out Northern yet but I'll check it out. Thank you all again. My crash course in PA is going well. Now to learn about PA speakers (70volt, etc....)

[GZsound]

Sweetwater is pretty hard to beat for service and salespeople with great knowledge.

I also use Music123, Musicians Buy, American Musical Supply, Front End, Mercenary, B & H, and zzounds.

[jdink52]

I love Sweetwater. When I was finally approved for new gear at my church gig, this is who we went through, and they had the stuff to me within the week! And they threw in a handful of candy along with all my gear. Awesome. When I was asked to look in to pricing for some other new gear the church wanted, (wireless mics, amps, etc.), Sweetwater was my first stop.

That being said, I know some people who swear by Full Compasss and B&H. These are guys that I know and trust, so if they like it then the quality is obviously good.

Depending on what your location is like, you can always go local too. When I needed a new rack for my console and gear, I went to one of the local music stores and they gave me a great deal on my Grundorf combo rack. That being said, if there isn't competition around, they may try to gouge you. The local company here charges $80 an hour for installation fees. It's ridiculous.