I had worked at 2 biggest music stores at my country, together 7 years, but then right beside one of them opened a new store. As i needed a new strings quickly i called that new store and asked if they got them - the answer was yes. So i went to them and bought the strings. The sellers were smart and very anticipating. They said - go on and check our bass colection. I saw a 5 string MIA Fender jb and asked them if i can try it out. They said - sure, which amp, cab or combo do You want. I said - Fender rumble will be ok. So i played for 10 minutes. They said - maybe another one. I said thanks guys and went home. Next time i wanted strings, i called them again and ordered by a parcel way. Next time i called, they allready knew my tel.number and said - Hi Nils, what are You interested in...
Now i have used only that shop for pedals, strings and some different stuff. Always happy with a deal.