There are several versions of the AC15, from the relatively inexpensive Chinese-made models to the hand-wired UK made versions. The bottom line is always, do you like the way it sounds, and does it have the tone or tones you're looking for? If you like the way it sounds, who cares what anyone else thinks? I have a Chinese-made Vox Night Train, and I love it. It's a fantastic little amp, and since I bought it as a B-stock, it was very affordable as well.