You'll get lots of answers but only you will know how it will sound in your own system, considering all the variables involved (other gear, ancillaries, room, etc.) There's a lot of positive press with Merrill, not so much with Hegel as recently there was a big thread here on A'gon as to their integrity:http://https//forum.audiogon.com/discussions/hegel-is-it-really-made-in-norway?highlight=hegel.
To me, it doesn't matter a lick where it's made as long as it sounds good. Listenup.com may have a lending program like musicdirect.com but I'm not certain. Maybe they have some B-stock they can part with for an audition.
All the best,
Nonoise
To me, it doesn't matter a lick where it's made as long as it sounds good. Listenup.com may have a lending program like musicdirect.com but I'm not certain. Maybe they have some B-stock they can part with for an audition.
All the best,
Nonoise