I see that Hegel is still putting Norway on the rear of their new products -- proud of their heritage -- while not bothering to let their customers know the truth ... that they are in fact not made in Norway but in China. After it became clear years ago that Hegel was deliberately misinforming their customers, IMO they are foolish to continue this practice, in effect doubling down on the issue.
I referred in an earlier thread to a possible Hegel design flaw. I still believe this is the case after reviewing all the details including their bizarre and emotional reaction. Highly unprofessional. It has been years but they never came clean -- and I do not expect them to come clean anytime soon. After talking to top people in the company for many hours it sounds to me like they may have a corporate character flaw.
Regarding high end audio companies that stand behind their products with integrity and exemplary customer service, I can highly recommend Atma-Sphere, Audio Horizons, Raidho, Shunyata, Synergistic Research and PS Audio, among others. Since Hegel is capable of walking away from their products, when push comes to shove, I do not recommend doing business with this company.
