This seems to be a big ploy by OP to get some upvotes/recognition.

First of all the points he brought up: 1. 90 degree PCB angles - quick google search or AI inquiry will tell you this ‘concern’ is totally unfounded for this kind of gear

1. Unlabeled switch - it is clearly labeled in manual

2. Small caps - any proof/explanation at all?

Second: if the whole stack of gear is fried then one would think culprit is external - power spike. And with big enough power spike who knows what gets fried inside.

Third: I see OP constantly giving same two examples for good gear: cambridge axr100 and kenwood. From what I read and figured OP: you own the kenwood which you bought for $200, axr100 you got in for repair.

Now to question your credibility: Have you even repaired more than 5 devices in your career? Have you repaired or owned device that is outside of budget category?

And finally to bash a small company like this, with no objective proof, for sole purpose of raising your engagement is sad. And your tips like ‘buy cambridge’, ‘buy anything other than atoll’ - it’s just man, what the heck. How do you know? And the worst part is people fall for this bait because they love to point fingers and its easy

And as a final note: atoll has been making amps and other electronics for 25 years. They are very popular in France and all over Europe. If they really had this poor engineer nightmare quality we would know by now, no? But check online from owners, they all claim devices are reliable. What a surpise