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Why doesn't MBL get more recognition

I recently heard the MBL 7008 integrated amp and was very impressed. Everyone seems to know of MBl, those who have heard it think it's great gear, but I find almost no reviews or discussion posts about it. Why does such a great sounding product line seem to be such a secret.
84audio
84audio OP
175 posts
 
Sure can't argue that it is too damned expensive, but I listened to the 7008 integrated in a friend's system, and found it to be extremely musical. I haven't heard other MBL products, but I would put the 7008 ahead of the Gryphon Callisto 2100 which I always ranked as one of the best. The industry is filled with products that are way over priced, and many of them are highly reviewed with a loyal customer base, but for whatever reason, the MBL products seem to have few dealers, even fewer reviews, and absolutely no buzz.
ellery911
549 posts
 
There is not much buzzing about the Gryphon either...probably due to the price. I'm probably going to continue up the integrated food chain and never go to separates so ultimately I may get to the Gryphon level...probably gonna take a while though.
the_ckp3c51
9 posts
 
dear jtinn,

can u elaborate on what are the obvious flaws after long listening?
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