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Chinese Audio Shopping

I'm going to Beijing and Hong Kong in a couple of weeks and I was thinking of purchasing a high end turntable and accessories. A chinese company Opera makes high end turntables. Has anyone tried to buy high end audio products in Beijing? If so where? Will they work in the US (voltage, etc.)? Are they cheaper to purchase in Hong Kong? If so, where?

I'm looking at the Well Tempered Labs Amadeus or one of the Opera TTs. Any input would be greatly appreciated.
hotgonzo111
hotgonzo111 OP
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hey Jaybo and Unsound Are you in the audio business? How often do turntables break and get repaired during their initial warranty period?
unsound
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Hotgonzo111, sorry my poor attempt at humour missed the mark. I thought the language might be difficult, and the Chinese are known for their beautiful caligraphy. Though turntables are delicate mechanical devices that might find the trip back challenging.
audiofeil
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It's difficult to believe that with all of the potential problems, i.e. customs, shipping, voltage conversions, warranty, etc. there is a significant amount of savings involved to make this exercise worthwhile.

IMO
unsound
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Me thinks Audiofeil has a good point.
hotgonzo111 OP
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I'm leaving Sunday. i will post you all on my return.
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