HEGEL - Is it really made in Norway ?

Taters,

You stated, "I think they were rather be in denial than chime in." I think you're right.

You also stated, "I guess these manufacturers look at audiophiles as marks." Lamentably, I think this is true in many cases.

Zd542,

You stated, "I don't want some audio reviewer selecting what information they allow me to have." Neither do I.

Vez

You stated, "The majority of Hegel owners don't know the real origin of their dearly paid equipment, and for me this is unacceptable." This is also unacceptable to me.

You also stated, "The "omertà" by the audio reviewers, correctly makes us believe that something very wrong goes on behind the scene." Unfortunately, I think you're right about this.

Dayglow,

You stated, "... but I always thought audio reviewers were on our side?" With all the perks some reviewers receive, is there any question whose side they are on?

S1nn3r, one of the most realistic posts I've seen on here.

Another brilliant post by HTML CHALLENGED!

Every review is a selection of information. What's all to some is empty to others. It's all in the eye of the beholder.

For me, a review on an AUDIO component, SQ, how it sounds relative to components I'm familiar with, build quality, customer service ... is hell more important than where it was assembled.

I understand some purchased decision is based on spartan Scandinavian aesthetics. Post purchase, don't like the SQ, they complaint if it had a Made in China tag, they would know in advance it's not the sound for them. Can't make this stuff up!!!
Knghifi (Threads | Answers | This Thread)

Knghifi,

I don't think anyone is complaining about made in China in this thread. We are more concern about the ethics used by these shady companies. Like hiding the fact where it is assembled. SQ isn't a question here either.

I subscribe to the UK magazine Hi Fi Choice. Their equipment reviews always list the origin. The review of the Hegel component lists origin as Norway. There are other components in the same issue listed as UK/China indicating a UK design and China manufactured. No such distinction made for Hegel. So, if in fact they manufacture in China, they are knowingly misleading customers and magazines alike.

09-14-15: S1nn3r
I used to work in a manufacturing company (not audio equipment). When we sent out new products for review, a bottle of wine comes with it or any other little perks that they ask for was given as a gift. The truth is big fish always eat the small fish (million dollar company vs reviewer).

Welcome to capitalism.

THANK YOU! So what's your alternative?

IMO, The problem is not capitalism but uneducated consumers.