I currently own the Violins. Superb speaker with incredible cabinet finishing. The ribbon tweeter extends to around 40khz. Bass is solid with good impact overall. I'm currently driving them with Rogue Audio Tempest III amplification in a second system. I got a pretty sweet deal for them as I'm in Seoul, Korea and they have no dealer here. They shipped direct from Taipei. Initially, I had good communication with the office manager. Part of what convinced me to buy beyond the design and the price was this email I received: "Above prices including UPS door to door service, without import tax and duty.
Finishes - black, rosewood and cherry
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Well, I couldn't believe my good fortune. A great price, no additional shipping charges, and the kicker was no import duties. The last part of the offer turned out to be fraudulent. I ended up paying duties of about 800 USD. I tried to look on the bright side--the first two parts of the equation, but every subsequent email I sent to their offices asking clarification about whether or not their offer for not having to pay customs duties was true went unanswered. Excellent product, good price, but a bit misleading as well. Buyer beware.
Finishes - black, rosewood and cherry
Let me have your shipping address once you place order to us."
Well, I couldn't believe my good fortune. A great price, no additional shipping charges, and the kicker was no import duties. The last part of the offer turned out to be fraudulent. I ended up paying duties of about 800 USD. I tried to look on the bright side--the first two parts of the equation, but every subsequent email I sent to their offices asking clarification about whether or not their offer for not having to pay customs duties was true went unanswered. Excellent product, good price, but a bit misleading as well. Buyer beware.