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Who are the most underground high-end companies

When I say underground I am talking about companies that fly below the radar. Not much talk about them on audio forums, little if no reviews, no formal advertising, rarely see their gear at shows.

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waterzlife
119 posts
 
MUSICAL DESIGN  by John Hillig.  His amps are supremely musical and neutral.

philipwu
204 posts
 

Roger High Fidelity made in USA. all internal component are heavily over-spec (from resistors, wires to transformers) ,comes with lifetime warranty!. Even let you tour their factory if you buy their top products.

too bad I don't have deep pockets, and I also don't agree to the use of global feedback in their amplifiers..

my 2 cents

philip

jfd11
45 posts
 
Tekton Design speakers.
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kijanki
3,575 posts
 
I've bought wonderful speakers HPS-938 from Hyperion Sound.  This company participated in one show, had no advertising at all and very small dealer base.  They are deep below the radar today, since they went bankrupt.  
larryi
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Other somewhat obscure companies that make noteworthy products include:

Neat (speakers that are reasonably priced)
Gradient (speakers, like the "Revolution" that are very flexible in terms of room placement)
United Home Audio (refurbished and improved reel to reel tape machines)
Odyssey Audio (high value, reasonably priced electronics and speakers)
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