Why is there no love for Prima Luna?


I have noticed fairly negative comments on Prima Luna in various discussions. Granted, I’ve never heard their gear but they seem to offer quite a value proposition. Point to point wiring, auto bias, protection circuits, easy tube rolling, good parts and build quality. I had considered looking into the Evo series integrated but the brand seems to be downplayed on this forum. Anyone have direct experience as to why?
cincyhound

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Any fans of the EVO400 preamp? I am thinking of getting into tubes and so far what I've seen and read about it is impressive.
I also got a lot of push back on our sonic visions discord with people claiming Prima luna sucks or is junk or not worth it/overpriced. I think they prefer custom SE builds from designers. What I like about prima luna though is likely there is definitely some demand for it if I need to sell and I like how polished it is and seemingly well made (52 lbs !). When I look at some of the recommendations they have, many of them look very well made as well, but some of them are like an empty box with a few PCBs and some tubes... and they weigh 15 lbs? Im not saying weight = quality... but I dunno it makes me skeptical.

Now of course I have to listen to it but based on everything I read its an exceptional preamp worth the money.