Philc I'll forgive the misnomer on England rather than the UK. I think if you are buying a small item (i.e cables or a DAC)you might sneek through customs but it's pot luck-I think there are ways and means to make it(more) possible but it depends on the dealer-I was offered a deal on a Bel Canto DAC. Having considered a few US hi-fi purchases both new and used I think it's more hassle than it's worth-even when it seems like a decent deal. Although I do buy Region 1 DVD's from the States.