I think it completely depnds on the design & model of the piece you are talking about. Typically the USA & W. Germany/northern Europe produce teh most EXPENSIVe equipment...whether that translates to best is in the ears of the listener. -akhilesh
Good one, first on the UN list - but how about Austria and Australia, probably larger in this Hi-Fi field? Anyway, I`m glad the we were helpful on this forum, as always...