Buying over phone discount?

[Sir Ruff]

I'm just curious as to whether stores like novamusik are more likely to give a discount when orders are made over the phone rather than online? I'm sure I've heard people mention that... I assume it's more likely for high end stuff?

[otto]

I got a discount on my LP this way through novamusik and they were also willing to do a better price on the MEK but it was still significantly cheaper used. It doesn't hurt to ask "What's the best price you can give me on...?"

[JSRockit]

It doesn't matter how you contact them...the key is just asking. Nova has given me discounts via e-mail and phone... and so has analogue haven and sweetwater. It depends on the item, but usually it is about 10-15%.

[th0mas]

bought something online from novamusik, shipping was going to be ridiculous, talked to them on email and they halved the shipping cost. very cool people!