To ensure the best "bang for your buck," the suggested first step in improving your home audio system is an in-home consultation. This consists of an inspection of your present system and specific recommendations in the areas of:

• component quality
• component placement and isolation
• cabling
• room acoustics
• system "weak link"
• upgrade possibilities & priorities

The $60 fee includes a written report covering the above areas. You pay only the consulting fee — this way, the advice you get is completely independent — unlike the "advice" you get from retailers who want to sell you expensive products!

Let's say you want some new equipment, and you're a bit suspicious about the heavily-advertised brands such as Bose, Sony, Polk, and the like. You've heard (correctly) that some of the best audio manufacturers are smaller companies that you may never have heard of before. Where do you start?

Genesee Sound can listen to your needs and respond with a short list of equipment to audition, based on experience and the "buzz" in the audiophile community. GS can also provide valuable tips for buying online and/or buying pre-owned gear.

Again, you pay only the $60 hourly consulting fee - no markup on what you buy. Unbiased recommendations will help you achieve maximum sound at minimum cost.