@OP. Differences in prices across territories are driven by: freight and insurance, duties - which apply to the ex-works price plus the freight and insurance, distributor margins plus distributor costs which include all the costs related to representing the brand - including advertising, dealer support and training, exhibiting at shows, and warranties/servicing work, dealer margins and sales taxes - though the latter may be lower than in Japan.
What to expect if I import an amp and preamp from a Japan seller via US eBay
I can’t afford the cost of the amp and preamp I’d like to buy. I’ve discovered I can pay just less than half what I’d pay at a dealer in the US. But I haven’ t done this before. I’m aware that I won’t have a guarantee and that I’ll need a step down transformer. I willing to take the risk of no guarantee. But I don’t know what to expect when my box hits CUSTOMS. What can I expect? What are my responsibilities? How much is it likely to cost me?, I’ll be paying $7000 for the amp and the preamp..
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@echolane I purchased an amp from a seller in the Caribbean. it went through the customs process When I received it, I plugged it in and sparks flew all over the place. Opened the unit, customs had Drilled holes in all 4-20,000mf caps and the power supply . Maybe you will have better luck with it coming from Japan... For the keen eyes out there. I’m aware of the 4-20... it also happens to be my birthday....lol
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