In the case of Accuphase, I would definitely buy direct from Japan. Compared to the US price, you can buy two units from Japan and still have some money left over. (That includes shipping and transformer!) I would use PriceJapan.com Anyone curious about distributor markups in the US and Europe should check it this web dealer out.
Grey amplifier Imports from Japan?
I have a feeling this has been discussed before, but I can't find the thread. I am leaning towards a Luxman or Accuphase SS, class A/B integrated. Something like the Luxman 507.
Looking online, the savings importing from Japan against buying locally, are enormous. There are clearly, real risks,, the loss of warranty support, having to use a transformer to change the voltage, which must have the potential to degrade the sound.. Against that, brands have a reputation for reliability.
If anyone has bought from one of the Japaneses sites, can they decribe their experience? Thanks
Looking online, the savings importing from Japan against buying locally, are enormous. There are clearly, real risks,, the loss of warranty support, having to use a transformer to change the voltage, which must have the potential to degrade the sound.. Against that, brands have a reputation for reliability.
If anyone has bought from one of the Japaneses sites, can they decribe their experience? Thanks