Stereo Recommendations
Stores
Crutchfield - Website
If I had to recommend one store to start with, this would be it. They have everything a burgeoning stereo enthusiast could want. You can also visit them in Virginia. Excellent customer service.
Upscale Audio - Website
This is a high-end audio store located outside of LA. They have cool stuff, and their staff is very helpful.
Stores - NYC
Stereo Exchange - Website
A great store to visit, offering a range of price points. They occasionally host events that you can also attend.
Park Avenue Audio - Website
Really neat stuff. Higher-end, but worth experiencing.
YouTubers
The Cheap Audio Man - YouTube
This is my favorite YouTube Channel about Hi-Fi. As his name implies, he is dedicated to helping people assemble affordable stereos and introducing them to the world of audiophiles. He has many videos and no website. You'll have to search for whatever you're looking for. Great videos.
Darko creates high-quality videos that cover both high-end and more affordable products. I enjoy his videos.
Steve Guttenberg Audiophiliac - YouTube
No, not that Steve Guttenberg. Steve posts simple videos about very high-end stuff. If you want to see someone who is passionate about hi-fi, it's Steve.
Innovative - Website
I enjoy this store. High-end, too, but there are also some reasonable options available. Everyone is very knowledgeable and easy to work with.
Stores - Delaware
Overture - Website
This was the first audio store I ever went to, and it completely blew my mind. Very helpful staff.