CD player NOT made in China under $1,000?

Bill; With all due respect, the differences between Japan and China are glaring. Again, I have no doubt about the quality of many Chinese products- it's that damn political system I despise.

OK bad example.

But if only Honda and Toyota would get into high end audio........

Cary is now making their cd players in China (Hong Kong). I believe this began with the 308 model. For my money, I like the Rega Apollo.

Vlad

Well, thanks for all the thoughts and advice. A local dealer offered me the Cyrus CD6S - the old model, but new in box, at US$1,100. I went ahead and ordered it, knowing it can be upgraded to the latest model if needed. I'll report on it here later. It is made in England.

It's not about where it's made, it's about the QA processes, company policies and customer service.

You will get horribly unreliable products if the company is not paying attention, regardless of where it is made.