Audio Specialist

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5232 Laurel Canyon Blvd, #1/2
Valley Village, CA 91607

Audio Specialist, located in Valley Village, California, has been a trusted name in the audio industry for over 44 years, founded by Howard Bardach, C.E.T. The company has deep roots in the audio landscape, starting with Sigmund Bardach's journey in the 1950s, where he collaborated with audio pioneers and contributed to the evolution of high-fidelity sound.

As a factory-authorized service center, Audio Specialist provides expert repairs for a range of renowned brands including KEF, Harman Kardon, and McIntosh. Their commitment to quality and craftsmanship ensures that audiophiles receive top-notch service for their high-end audio equipment.

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4.5128 reviews
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Cara F.
9/20/2025

Howard is a wizard. My record player and amp, which have been in the family for decades, weren't working. The team at Freakbeat recommended I go to the Audio Specialist. Talk about a good...

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Al L.
4/27/2025

So I bought a used analog receiver, amplifier, tuner, and equalizer. After getting it up and was ready to crank this mother up until I heard the click and pop... dang it *%!& Doing my due...

Gareth M.
11/5/2025

I wanted to recreate the hi-fi system I had when I was much younger and do an upgrade in the process. So I got a set of KEF 103.2 speakers and a NAD 3150 amp. (I'm using a Topping D50III DAC with...

Ethan F.
6/24/2025

Howy is the absolute best at what he does. Not only is he incredibly kind and genuine, but he's also a true expert when it comes to audio equipment. He was one of my dad's closest friends, and...

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Gary S.
5/9/2024

In the World of Hi-Fi Vintage repair, Los Angeles has one of the last great repair technicians, and in my book a living legend in Howard Bardach of Audio Specialist. As a video tech myself, there...

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