I recently was in the market for a preamp with DSP. Front-runners were the DSPeaker X4 and the Anthem STR. It was easier to audition the Anthem (local dealer), and I do like that it's designed, made, and supported in North America. So I auditioned it first -- and liked it enough so that I never did try the DSPeaker. So origin turned out to be of some importance to me.
On the other hand, I have Canadian, Chinese, German, and American components in my main system; Canadian (Chinese made), American (Thai made), and English in my second system.
On the other hand, I have Canadian, Chinese, German, and American components in my main system; Canadian (Chinese made), American (Thai made), and English in my second system.