The M.A.P. keeps the playing field a little more level due to how co-op dollars are allocated and used. However, at least that price is within some reason. When they are paid to advertise a cd for a price, it also affects other cds they are NOT advertising at that time. They simply carry a different type of hammer. We cannot simply carry a different line of product.
Price is the major factor.
It is my hope that you will save the neighborhood music stores from additional bankruptcies, layoff's and closures. Being a small business owner is NOT easy, however it is possible.