Best Places To Buy Speakers In Minnesota

Remember the days when you would buy all of your music equipment, your band's gear and your incredible speaker system from locally-owned businesses? When you weren't subjected to the big-box stores that now dominate almost every corner of retail? Probably not for most of you reading this. But a few of these stores are still around, and they're on a mission to provide the better product, service and experience that comes from community-based business and the smiling faces of your neighbors.

Stereoland
9338 Ensign Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55438
(952) 829-9700
www.stereoland.com

Your parents, and maybe even grandparents, might have shopped for their speakers at this store as it has been around since 1964. Over the course of fifty years, the world of speakers has changed dramatically and Stereoland has kept up every step of the way. You can find the latest top brands or look through the used and consignment selection as well to save a little money. It's a store that prides itself in the "small town" experience where you'll get to know and trust the product, and the person selling it to you, before spending your hard-earned cash. Also keep an eye out for their in-store specials, posted on their website.

Midwest Speaker Repair
1901 Oakcrest Ave
Roseville, MN 55113
(651) 645-7385
www.midwestspeakerrepair.com

They've got it all. If you want the latest speakers so big they'll shake the walls, or something smaller that won't disturb the neighbors, it's here. There is also a room where you can sell, buy and trade speakers and parts with other aficionados such as yourself. If you're really ambitious, you can find everything you need to build your own speakers (sometimes the customer does really know best) from monitors to woofers to tweeters. It's a comprehensive option for everything you need to create the ultimate audio experience. Oh, and as their name makes clear, it's one of the best places for speaker reparations as well should you need them.

HiFi Electronics
825 Glenwood Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55405
(612) 339-6351
www.hifi-sound.com

No matter what you're trying to spend, HiFi's goal is to give you the best sound possible. There's no need to break the bank to listen to great music, but you certainly can if you'd like. A long history working with closely with companies they trust to produce the best speakers (and all other forms of audio equipment) helps you to trust what you're buying. It's always worth looking through their consignment section as well, as you never know what you might find (why not buy a vintage turntable?). They offer maintenance and repair services as well.

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Choice Audio
5888 Pintail Lane
White Bear Lake, MN 55110
(651) 217-2083
www.choiceaudiovideo.com

While you can only browse this selection of top speakers and audio equipment by appointment, it's more than worth the effort. There is a huge selection of speakers, from Magico to Paradigm, as well as amplifiers and subwoofers to create a custom audio experience unlike any other. Call for an appointment and you'll first chat about your audio situation as it currently stands and everything they can do to improve it. Think of it as a consultation for the ultimate music-listening experience. Or just as the best way to get the best speakers/sound system possible. Either way, the service is top-notch and the products are sure to make you (and your ears) happy.

Metro Sound & Lighting 
1731 W. University Ave
St Paul, MN 55104
(651) 647-9342
www.metrosoundlighting.com

Another local business that has stood for more than a few decades, this University Avenue supplier of everything sound has just about everything. They offer everything from DJ equipment (keeping up with the times,they have all the latest equipment so your sound will be the best) to PA speakers and complete audio centers for your home. If you're not completely sure if you want to, or not sure if you can, or simply don't need spend the money, they also have speakers (and plenty more) available to rent. Installation services are also top-notch.

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Adrian Schramm is a resident Saint Paul writer with a passion for all things local. Through his work with Saint Paul Almanac and Minneapolis Examiner at Examiner.com, as well as in the kitchens of bars and restaurants around town, he has discovered what truly makes the Twin Cities tick.