"Lab,gruppen's Certified Pre-Owned programme works much like those offered by major automakers, but in this case the customer can choose fully-warranted amplifiers from a worldwide inventory," says Tim Chapman, Lab.gruppen's head of marketing. "We are creating an area on our website where Certified Pre-Owned amplifiers will be listed by their current owners, and buyers can register to view. All amplifiers will be condition-rated and age-identified so the buyer can assess their value. And, if a desired amp package is not immediately available, we will automatically keep registered buyers up to date on new inventory additions."
Any amplifier sold through the website will be warranted for three years from the date of purchase. The Certified Pre-Owned warranty covers all parts and labour required to repair an amplifier in the unlikely event that a manufacturing fault should occur. Lab.gruppen, in cooperation with its distributors will, where possible, offer loan amplifiers while any problem is rectified.
"We hope that the new scheme will help make Lab.gruppen amplifiers available to a new and even broader range of customers." continues Chapman. "Although there is already a vibrant market for used Lab.gruppen amps, being able to choose from an inventory of manufacturer-warranted amplifiers will provide the highest level of security for the customer and enhance the already attractive proposition of a high quality Lab.gruppen product at a bargain price."
The Lab.gruppen Certified Pre-Owned scheme launches in late Spring. In the meantime potential buyers are invited to register their interest at Lab.gruppen's website and potential vendors should contact their local Lab.gruppen distributor or Lab.gruppen directly for more information.
(Chris Henry)
