new Accuphase and "cheap" laser mechanism ?

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Teac is a large corporation and has a US subsidiary, enabling them to manage a distribution network directly to dealers. The US distributor must account for the cost of goods, import, establishing and maintaining a dealer network in a very large geographical area. They also offer service. These account for the price differential. It should be noted that Axiss seems to be a stable distribution company with brands it has held for a long time; this in contrast with other distributors who seem to change lines every 3-4 years.

If one peruses reviews of European gear, when it arrives in the US it is often also 2x or at least 50% more as is the case of American gear overseas. A glance at foreign reviews (Asia or Europe) confirms this.