There are plenty of US electronics companies building nice stereo equipment here. ATI builds for many other companies. Atmasphere, Digital Amplifier Company. and a host of others. In the 50's Japanese products were considered a cheap clumsy electronic joke, by 1965 it was no longer true. Companies build in China to meet a price point. I do buy devices from China, preferable Hong Kong for political reasons, and having walked those streets during my time in the US Navy. I did buy 2 Crown made in CCP amps recently as a short term fix. Priced at 200 per amp with 200wpc 8 ohms was the reason and only for surround speakers. I like Magnepan's current adverts, "Sold in China Made in USA. US and Euro products tend to be more expensive. My father taught me to vote with my wallet.
Buying from China
What do you think the impact will be in buying gear from China in the near future. Will the parts supply chain be depleted. Will part s other then those specify be substituted.? Will wait times for electrics will be extended. I can get pretty paranoid about it. Interested in the options of those with better insights. Should I wait awhile until things settle down befor I place my next order? I imagine things are going to be tough for the small hi end audio manufacturer.