eAR 1001 power amp questions.

I am using CarverPro ZR 1600 digital amps that utilize the TriPath control module. Some say that the ICE control module sounds better, and I would be willing to give it a try.

These eAR amps are sold direct from the factory in Denmark at a quite attractive price. The 1001 model (1000 watts into 4 ohms) would be a fair match for the ZR1600. The eAR amp is very basic, while the ZR1600 is ruggedly built pro sound gear, and has lots of bells and whistles that are bypassed (wasted) for home audio use. The eAR costs about twice as much per channel as I paid for the ZR1600. The ZR1600 is clearly more bang for the buck, but perhaps the ICE module sounds better. I don't know but would like to listen.

Based on reviews in European press the amp is a sonic winner. Air shipment is no problem as it only weighs a few pounds. But my concerns relate to: (1)..the wisdom of giving out your VISA account number to a gang of Vikings, and (2)..Custom fees entering the US.

Anyone with experience with this amp, please advise.
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