Hertz
Im probably the only AVA customer in India!
I've got one of Frank's Omega 111 solid state preamps, which I bought about 7 years ago as a kit, and is working fine to this day. In terms of basic design and engineering, durability and value for money, not many mfrs to match AVA.
I have various other gear also bought from the US, mostly valve pre and power amps and integrateds-from Transcendant, Welborne, Diyhifisupply from Hongkong etc, as well as an AKSA solod state amp from Australia. I did think about buying a power amp from him a few years ago, but he wasnt prepared to accept credit card payment, having had a problem a few years earlier with a fraudulent international transaction.
Let me know if you have any quesions about customs etc, I can help. If you happen to visit Bangalore, let me know maybe I can audition my stuff for you!
George
Bangalore