So we are a very diverse group here so I thought I'd give it a shot. Any of you work or know someone who works at a music centre or store that sells musical instruments (ie:guitar center, musicians friend, etc.) Any where really where I can buy gear and preferably get a discount?

I play the drums but i dabble a little in a few other instruments and i'm constantly spending shit tons of money on gear! being a musician is a very expensive hobby! I had a guy/manager at guitar center in chicago who got me dealer prices on stuff but he doesn't work there anymore.
Just a shot in the dark, trying to save myself some money

Who else plays what?