Hi All,
Im in UK for some months and I was wondering if I cud buy any thing cheaper from there. Somthing which will not add too much weignt to my baggage would be cables. I have come across the below site. If someone cud just check and let me know if these prices are cheaper than in India...
Cables | HiFi 4 Less
I need two interconnects for CDP - Pre and Pre-Power
And a pair to connect to my speakersd (bi wiring would be better)
Thanks,
Deepal
Deepka it is difficult to make a exact comparison. even if we shortlist the brand, The exact models may not be available here, and then there is the length and other considerations.
Generally all imported products will be 20 to 50% more in India to take care of customs, transportation, and distributor/dealer margins. For example the Chord Silver Screen is quoted at 5.4 Pounds which works out to INR437 per meter. In India this is sold at a minimum of Rs.550/- per meter.
A couple of interconnects will not weigh anything. I am not sure how much length you need for speaker cables. If it is 10 to 12 feet, it may be worthwhile bringing them from the UK. At the same time,. a 16 gauge cable of 50 meters will be heavy. For speakers cables, what you can do is pick up the spades and end connectors in the UK, and buy the cable in India,
IF you are looking at long lengths.
Instead of buying through the Net, take a walk across Tottenham Court Road. There you will be able to bargain hard, compare a few products. and pick up what you like. Some of the shops may even show you a demo of the connectors and cables, particularly if they are connected to their demo systems. Most important you can see the product, and I am sure the salesman will also help you interconnects that will work well with your system.
If you have short listed some particular brand and model number, may some of us can ask around and see what price are quoted here.
Cheers