HEGEL - Is it really made in Norway ?

Aolmrd1241,

Being up front should certainly be company policy when if comes to asking customers to pay $5000 or more for high end audio products. I think this goes without saying. Companies that have a culture of corporate pride that takes precedence over transparency are bound to be found out eventually and will suffer the consequences.

"09-10-15: Onhwy61
Back on 8/31 I stated:
Hegel should proudly proclaim designed in Norway/made in China.
I'm glad you finally agree with me. Let peace reign.
Onhwy61 (System | Threads | Answers | This Thread)"

I don't think anyone here would disagree with that one. As far as "finally" agreeing with you, I usually do agree with you when you're talking about audio equipment.

Hegel avoids to write made in China for commercial reasons. The majority of high end audio buyers avoid equipment of Chinese origin for two reasons:
a. Lower prestige products compared to those produced in U.S., UK, Germany, France, Switzerland etc.
I'm wondering, if their amps were build in Germany, would they still insist to hide this info?
b. Considerable loss of value in the second hand market.

Their refusal to provide important information, shows lack of respect for their customers.

Hegel is not alone covering origin of manufacturing. Look at the Ayon - the same story.

"09-10-15: Sabai
Aolmrd1241,
Being up front should certainly be company policy when if comes to asking customers to pay $5000 or more for high end audio products."

And certainly any amount less than $5,000 also...