Where it’s made doesn’t necessarily indicate the quality of the product. Lots of good stuff...and lots of really crappy stuff comes out of every country in the World.
This is true but I had read several reviews that mentioned broken brushes, incorrect wiring but didn't know which model. In this case I chose made like a tank vs. plastic. Also this stereo system happens to be all American, The Fisher receiver (New York) and Klipschorns (Hope Arkansas), both built in the 60's and still running.