Brands like Accuphase and others imported into the states are over priced due to their markup by distributors. Luxman on the other hand established headquarters (Luxman North America) here in the states and cut out the middle man. This allowed them to keep their equipment prices at the same level with their domestic competitors; In other words they made a commitment here in the states. Most foreign manufacturers that are here in the U.S aren’t well supported. That could turn out to be nightmare for some who need service on equipment the manufacturer can only service.
How about Mac and Accuphase
I have a Mac 220 preamp and an Accuphase A20 power amp, great synergy with dual concentric Tannoys. I will always have the A20, it has a very sweet sound. If I could afford it, I would replace the Mac preamp with a used Accuphase C2800 or C2810 with phono. Mac makes nice gear, Accuphase is much better built, though. Too bad that the North American Accuphase is so greedy, the prices in Japan are less than half, too bad that the voltage is 100 and that the Asian units are champagne gold.
Has anybody ever imported a Japanese Accuphase and converted the unit to 120V?
Has anybody ever imported a Japanese Accuphase and converted the unit to 120V?