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Originally Posted by Ukastronomer
Why are prices in Australia so high on Astro gear ?
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A few reasons Jeremy:
1. Small population base = small market
2. Very limited number of importers = lack of competition in pricing = we get ripped off
3. Depressed dollar = crap exchange rates
Sadly, this is true across many areas, photography gear, electronics, musical gear, etc...
Last year I bought a Mark Bass 2x 10 cab from Germany, $720 AUD landed. Price in Australia $1100 AUD plus freight...
As I said, limited number of importers allows them to charge whatever they like & we get ripped!!