Computer shop 3000 RPM, which has been part of Dundee’s West Port for 18 years, has shut its doors.
The origins of the company can be traced back to 2002 when 19-year-old Dale Summerton started selling blank CDs and DVDs at a computer fare.
The Sunday stall wasn’t satisfying demand which led Dale to open the city centre shop in 2004.
Initially selling optical media, it then expanded into computer hardware and repairs.
The repair side of the business grew so much that 3000 RPM opened a dedicated unit at Brown Street, Dundee.
The storage capacity at Brown Street also allowed the business to buy computer components in bulk to keep prices low.
3000 RPM closure notice
A sign outside the West Port shop has informed customers it has closed.
The computer repair centre in Brown Street and the company’s online operation are still trading.
The notice states: “Shop now closed. We have now moved. All our repairs for phones, tablets, laptops and PCs to our Brown Street repair centre.”
A member of staff within the Brown Street centre suggested high rent prices was behind the West Port shop’s closure.
Owner Mr Summerton did not respond to requests for comment.
The company’s website pays tribute to its loyal customers.
It states: “The success story of 3000 RPM would not be possible if we didn’t treat our customers with the utmost respect.
“We go out of our way to explain and help all our customers in making choices in an area which let’s be honest can be quite complicated.
“We would just like to thank all of our customers and staff for helping us along this journey and we will continue to bring big things in the coming years.”
3000 RPM has completed more than 100,000 repairs in the past 18 years.
Several businesses throughout Tayside and Fife have closed their doors in 2022.
In 2018, Mr Summerton described a bizarre incident where a customer tried five credit cards on the business’ chip and pin machine.
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