chinese counterfeitng

@snook2 OP. I checked out the cited Ebay  listing and note they identified the product as “unbranded” in their description. So while they might have copied the external cosmetics and perhaps reverse-engineered the circuitry from the Swiss brand, they don’t claim it’s the Swiss brand. I see no issue here. They provided plenty of notice. 

Just read a review of the Chinese built Kinki Studio EX-M1 Integrated Amp on 6Moons.
They seemed to be very taken with its sound and build quality.
Take a look at the interior photos, really top notch stuff.

PS: Yes, the name could probably use some tweaking.

Parasound, Tannoy....China.

I think most here are referring to the PRC.

The Chinese integrated I just got is genuine and can trash a whole bunch of others as well

Very true of some Cayins and Line Magnetics.

Unfortunately, a significant number of products manufactured in China are poor in quality...depends on the industry. If it is a faked product , there should be greater concern over the quality as fakes are typically designed to mimic appearance...not performance. Hence, you should purchase from a reputable dealer. Don’t be afraid to ask for a discount. If you don’t ask...you don’t get! And, if the price seems to good to be true...it most likely is!