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Yamaha a-s2100 v Luxman L550AX v Accuphase E350

I'm setting up a system for an elderly man who insists on using a high quality SS integrated amp. He doesn't want to be bothered with tubes and wants old fashioned tone controls albeit in relatively high quality Integrated amps. (I think to assist his hearing of high frequencies). He will be using Digital sources and already possesses easily driven speakers (Silverlines). I have identified three units but have not personally heard them. Neither he nor I have access.

Of the three I find the Yamaha interesting and more cost effective, but I'm a bit put off by some negative comments on the internet regarding reliability and its apparent discontinuance or withdrawal from the market. RE tone controls it appears they have a better thought out hinge point, especially in the high end. 

Anyone with hands on experience of any of these three units?
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McIntosh MA-5300  is anything but made in U.S.A.
Audiophile equipments made in China have a unique signature, and not hard to identify.
When you can't find country of origin, it is made in China. They are too ashamed to say it. (Equipments made in Malaysia are shown).
You certainly do not see "Made in USA" at the back of  McIntosh MA-5300. I haven't check all of the  McIntosh models. But I believe none of its models has "Made in USA" in the back.
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