Found a better price elsewhere?

We will match the current pre-tax price for identical, immediately available products from authorized USA online dealers (with a 4 star rating or above) based on the total purchase price of our competitor, including shipping.

Found a better price from us? 

We will also match prices post purchase if we lower our price within 30 days of your purchase. Price matching can only be done on the subtotal price you paid.

Email us, or call  202-938-8655 during store hours

 

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• General 30-day Return/Exchange Policy
• Return in Person
• Return by Mail
• Exchanges
• Rescission Of Sale (including special order cancellation)
• Fee Policy
• Return Policy Abuse
• Non Returnable products
• Open Box Policy
• B-Stock Policy
• Product Compatibility and Defective Products
• SPECIAL ORDERS
• International Returns
• Refusal to Pay Customs

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GENERAL 30-DAY RETURN/EXCHANGE POLICY

Audio46 carries a 30-day return / exchange policy (except for specific items) starting from the day you receive your product.

• Applies to all merchandise. (except Non Returnable products check below)
• Must be returned in like-new factory condition.
• Must include all original packaging and accessories.
• Physical damage is not covered under the warranty including liquid spills and cracks.

Please note that returns on orders with any variation of free overnight shipping will have the cost of the shipping label deducted from their refund.

By ordering from us, you agree to the following terms: if you claim a product is defective, we reserve the right to test it with our production team. If we cannot find or replicate the defect, we cannot offer a replacement; you will be issued a refund, which may include any applicable fees.

 

Your ability to return is voided if:

• You blow out the product, or physical damage, or cosmetic damage to your purchase.
• Missing packaging material (Box, insert, manual, even if the item is defective) We will not process your defect return. Please keep all packaging for 30 days.

The following are FINAL SALE and NOT available for refund:

• Special order
• Large volume printed items.
• Limited edition products.
• Missing package, or supplied accessories.

We will work with you to make sure you have the quickest and easiest refund/exchange. 

After we receive a return, refunds/exchanges can take 3 to 5 business days to be processed in the return queue. If we issue a refund, it can 3 to 10 business days for it to be credited back to you by your bank.

We reserve the right to cancel any order for pricing error.

Please note, if we discover an item has been tampered with, we will NOT issue a refund or accept a return.

FREIGHT FORWARDING DISCLAIMER

General tag is not responsible for damage, defect, material difference, or loss that occurs to goods after they're delivered to a freight forwarder or intermediary address/person. This means that Audio46 isn't able to provide a replacement or a refund for any shipment taken outside of the U.S. by hand-carrying or using a freight forwarding service.

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RETURN IN PERSON

Currently, We are not accepting in person returns.

RETURN BY MAIL

All mail returns must be authorized first. In-store purchases can be returned via the postal service, however the consumer must pay ALL freight costs. The same applies for exchanges. Returns without written confirmation from us can incur up to a 20% restocking fee. Return without original Manufacturer packaging will be refused and shipped back even it the product is defective.

Use our Return/Exchange form to receive your RMA. We're unable to supply RMA by live chat or phone call. Returns missing RMA numbers may be delayed or refused.

The RMA must be postmarked and shipped out to us within 7 days or it will expire. If you have not been approved for an extension and it is shipped later than 7 days, we have the right to refuse it or charge 25% restocking fee.

PLEASE NOTE: When you mail back an item worth more than $100, you must insure it with the courier for the full value of the item or else, if the package gets lost, the most you'll be able to get back is $100 from the courier. Audio46 is unable to refund lost package returns.

EXCHANGES

Exchanges can begin once we receive the returned item. We will work with you on the most efficient way to use the refunded amount to cover the new item.

Use our Return/Exchange form to receive your RMA. We're unable to supply RMA by live chat or phone call. Returns missing RMA numbers may be delayed or refused.

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RESCISSION OF SALE

Shipped orders cannot be cancelled.

Non-shipped orders that are NOT special orders: can be canceled and refunded at no extra charge. We reserve the right to cancel any order if it has not shipped yet due to inventory, quality control, typographical errors, or payment processing issues.

Special orders: cancellation incurs a 20% restocking fee

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FEE POLICY

RETURN POLICY ABUSE

Our return policy is designed for customers who need it in good faith, which is the majority of you! Our regular customers should have nothing to fear.

Audio46 monitors the ratio of purchases versus returns, both in terms of quantity and of total value, whether through a single account or across multiple account. We alert customers if we feel they are in danger of excessive returns. If the customer continues to return after the warning, we will begin charging at least 10% in restocking fees (depending on the condition of the returned item/s). If we feel the return ratio exceeds a certain threshold, we reserve the right to refuse customers from purchasing from us again.

NON RETURNABLE PRODUCTS

Any larger volume order for which customers tested the sample order before final order. These orders of will not be returnable without a damage or valid reasons.

Sales are FINAL on the following items:

• Limited Edition, Special edition.
• Items meant for underwater use
• Clearance sale items marked 15% off or more
• Physical damaged headphones/earphones are Final sale non refundable.

Return labels will ONLY be supplied when a customer has received a defective product or a mistake was made by Audio46.

Please note your ability to return is voided if:

• You blow out the headphone/IEM, or physical damage to your purchase.
• You fill out the warranty card (do NOT register for warranty if you do not intend to keep the item)

Each one of our product is inspected by our staff to ensure it is fully functional to the best of our knowledge. We do not list products that have any compromise on their ability to function on par with a brand new item.

We also clean our clearance and note any cosmetic imperfections, which would be listed in the title.

ALL clearance merchandise will be in like-new condition UNLESS stated otherwise in the product listing. Any merchandise showing signs of wear or cosmetic imperfections will be listed as such.

Additionally, because we are an authorized dealer of every brand we carry, every item sold by Audio46 comes with the original manufacturer's warranty. The only exceptions are the following:

PRODUCT COMPATIBILITY AND DEFECTIVE PRODUCTS

Audio46 will not be held liable for incompatibility of wearable items. Here at Audio46, we simply cannot test every wearable product. It is the customer’s responsibility to contact the manufacturer regarding compatibility with their devices.

You MUST report a defective product within 7 business days of receiving the item. If we determine the unit failed under warranty within 7 days of purchase, we will cover shipping costs within the U.S. to replace the unit for you.

If you believe that you have received a defective product, use our Return/Exchange form to receive your RMA. We're unable to supply RMA by live chat or phone call. Returns missing RMA numbers may be delayed or refused.

SPECIAL ORDERS

Please note your card will be charged when you place your order.

Any item that we specifically order for a customer cannot be refunded or canceled (except STAX, which incur a 10% restocking fee). Special Orders ship directly from the Manufacturer or from Audio46 to the consumer. If a Special Order item is defective, you may contact Audio46 for assistance in how to get a replacement for the item. However, the burden of replacing the item and the warranty claim will be the responsibility of the consumer. ANY ITEM LISTED AS SPECIAL ORDER WILL BE SUBJECT TO THESE TERMS AND CONDITIONS WITHOUT EXCEPTION. 

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INTERNATIONAL RETURNS

Products shipped internationally are still eligible for returns. Please note that any customs fees and taxes that were associated with your package may be non-refundable in the event of a return. International duties are only refundable at the discretion of the country receiving the package. Audio46 has no control of these costs and therefore has no ability to refund them.

Please note International orders are not eligible for Prepaid return shipping, even if item is defective. Buyer must ship at there own expense.

Audio46 won't be responsible for damage, defect, material difference, or loss that occurs to goods after they're delivered to a freight forwarder. This means that Audio46 isn't able to provide a replacement or a refund for any shipment taken outside of the U.S. by hand-carrying or using a freight forwarding service.

REFUSAL TO PAY CUSTOMS

In the event that a customer wishes to not pay the customs fees associated with their package, it will be returned to Audio46 by their country. Any shipping costs will be on the burden of the customer. If the customer received free shipping, the shipping cost for both trips will be deducted from their refunded amount.

Please note: Some countries will require that customs be paid for even if the package never leaves customs. Refusal to pay customs fees in these countries, will result in the fees and any shipping costs to be deducted from your refunded amount. In the event that your fees exceed the purchase price, Audio46 reserves the right to bill you for the difference.

If customer refuse delivery shipping fee and custom fee's will be deducted from the amount customer paid for his order, even if product is returned back. Please Make sure you want the product before you place an order.