Shindo Apetitie cv428

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I'm trying to get some information on the early Apetite using cv428 tubes. From what I've learned so far, in Europe this model was sold as a kit. Was it also sold assembled by Shindo in Europe? On European audio websites, I sell this amp selling for $1250 to $2800. I suspect the price range might be the difference between kits vs. factory assembled.

In 2004, Tone Imports bought a few of these Apetite models assembled by Shindo. The model was then discounted. A few years later, Shindo resurrected the name for an integrated amp using the 6v6 tubes.

Does anyone here own a Shindo integrated amp? If so, how do you like it and how does it compare to Shindo separates?

And any idea on these units sold for originally?

Thanks,
Russ