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Why is there no love for Prima Luna?

I have noticed fairly negative comments on Prima Luna in various discussions. Granted, I’ve never heard their gear but they seem to offer quite a value proposition. Point to point wiring, auto bias, protection circuits, easy tube rolling, good parts and build quality. I had considered looking into the Evo series integrated but the brand seems to be downplayed on this forum. Anyone have direct experience as to why?
cincyhound
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jjss49
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audiophiliac steve guttenberg just named the 2.3 wpc (that's two point three watts per channel) decware triode amp his 2020 product of the year, tells everyone don’t worry about power ratings, if you live in an apartment or don’t listen to music loud, just buy it you will be happy

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oWA5txLQCvg&t=604s

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aberyclark
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At the end of the day...2.5 watts is still 2.5 watts
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Speaking of Chinese gear...Possibly of interest.

 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rvQkJYKYw0o&t=3s&ab_channel=TheNextBestThingStudio
tablejockey
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"Speaking of Chinese gear... "

NO surprise there. Would anyone here be listening to their system regardless of brand, WITHOUT a Chinese connection? Doubtful

Made in USA =assembled with stuff we had to buy offshore, because it's cheaper. 
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hilde45
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@tablejockey  Exactly. And he goes through all the variations pretty well. Made in China...with parts from elsewhere; made in America, with parts from elsewhere, including China; etc. Global economy, interdependent manufacturing, etc. There's a high cost to low prices and, in audio, there's a high cost for even high prices!
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