Business Details
37 Years
experience
Your Trusted HiFi & AV Partner in Melbourne
Carlton Audio Visual has been a leader in the HiFi and audio visual retail sector across Australia for decades. Our expertise spans from high-quality stereo systems and home theatres to multi-room audio visual solutions and complete home automation. As a family business operating for over 30 years, we combine an outstanding retail presence with high-end home control programming and practical installation capabilities.Our team of specialists, with nearly two centuries of combined industry experience, offers honest, unbiased advice without commission-driven sales. We are deeply committed to delivering exceptional product quality and service competitiveness, challenging industry myths while providing Melbourne's best coffee in our 'meet and greet' area at 164 Lygon St.
Services
HiFi Systems
Home Theatre
Custom Installation
Equipment Repair
Audio Consultation
Product Demonstration
Delivery & Setup
Multi-room Audio
Turntable Services
Speaker Solutions
Details
- Year established: 1989
Highlights and features
- Family business with two generations of industry expertise
- Staff possess nearly 200 combined years of AV industry experience
- Commission-free sales ensuring unbiased, expert recommendations
- Comprehensive repair and installation services for complex systems
- Melbourne's most extensive range of demonstration areas across six buildings
Services
HiFi Systems
We offer premium high-fidelity audio systems featuring brands like McIntosh, Marantz, and Denon. Our solutions cater to audiophiles seeking superior sound quality through meticulously engineered components. Customers benefit from expert guidance in selecting systems that match their acoustic spaces and listening preferences.
Home Theatre
Our custom home theatre installations integrate cutting-edge video and audio technology for immersive entertainment experiences. We specialise in room optimisation, speaker placement, and smart control systems. Clients receive tailored solutions combining 4K/UHD displays with high-end surround sound configurations.
Custom Installation
We provide bespoke audio visual integration for residential and commercial spaces, including multi-room audio, lighting control, and automation systems. Our team handles complex installations up to $1M value, ensuring seamless technology integration with minimal disruption to existing architecture.
Equipment Repair
Our repair service covers all major audio visual equipment brands with expert technicians maintaining optimal performance. We offer both in-store repairs and on-site servicing for large installations, backed by comprehensive diagnostics and genuine replacement parts.
Product Demonstration
Fourteen dedicated demonstration areas across six buildings allow customers to experience products in realistic settings. We provide hands-on demonstrations of complete systems, enabling informed purchasing decisions through direct comparison of high-end audio and visual components.
People
Darren Walker
Audio Specialist
Scottish HiFi expert with 8 years at CAV, renowned for technical expertise in classic British audio systems and cinema setup. Specialises in service-related queries and system optimisation.
Magnus Turner
HiFi Consultant
Turner family member with lifelong HiFi expertise, specialising in turntable systems and high-end audio matching. Combines technical knowledge with Melbourne music scene experience.
Nick Familiari
Acoustic Designer
17-year veteran with architecture background, focusing on acoustic space optimisation. Provides expert guidance on high-end audio systems integration in residential and public spaces.
Rab Turner
Founding Partner
Co-founder with 35+ years in consumer audio sales. Maintains deep industry connections and oversees strategic direction while engaging directly with clients.
Questions
What audio equipment brands do you stock?
We carry premium brands including McIntosh, Marantz, Denon, Loewe, Rega, and Sonus Faber, offering both established favourites and innovative new releases.
Can you assist with home cinema installations?
Our team provides complete home theatre solutions, from room design and equipment selection to professional installation and calibration services.
Do you offer product demonstrations?
Yes, we have 14 dedicated demonstration areas across six buildings where you can experience systems in realistic listening environments.
What repair services are available?
We service all major AV equipment brands with both in-store repairs and on-site support for complex installations.
Are financing options available?
We can connect customers with third-party financing solutions for high-value purchases through our partner financial institutions.