Witch Hat cables.

[I.D.S.]

Whilst perusing the social media that is Facebook sadly read that WitchHat cables has ceased trading. announced on their page

 

[divedeepdog]

I believe it’s all of the company, not just cables .

 

[orbscure]

"After nine years, we are absolutely devastated to say that WITCH HAT has had to close its doors and cease trading. We've loved working with all of you and thank each and every one of you for the support you have shown us during this time. Insolvency Practitioners are being appointed and will advise on all next steps. Our goal is for everyone to get their amps back and for no one to be left out of pocket. We will do everything possible to ensure this happens!"

https://witchhatservicing.co.uk/shop

 

[hifinutt]

sad news

 

[audio_PHIL_e]

Our goal is for everyone to get their amps back and for no one to be left out of pocket.

Unfortunately "Insolvency Practitioners" seldom work like that. Everything on the premises is "an asset" and the original - and rightful - owners have little say when "assets" are being liquidated in favour of the tax man, bankers etc

 

[antonio66]

@audio_PHIL_e Are you saying if I sent my amplifier to Witch Hat for a repair, it would then be classed as one of their assets to be liquidated?

 

[simon g]

@audio_PHIL_e Are you saying if I sent my amplifier to Witch Hat for a repair, it would then be classed as one of their assets to be liquidated?

It's not quite as simple as that, but it is very messy.

In the UK, the goods sent for repair remain the sender's goods. However, the sender would need to demonstrate clear title. If you're referring to yourself, then you need to write to the administrator with full details, inc when sent (with tracking details), make & model, serial number, etc. If the item has been repaired you will need to pay the administrator for that repair.

For those in this situation then contact tne administrator immediately with full details. Consult Citizens Advice for advice, or a lawyer

For those that have paid in advance, tnen there is more or less no chance of a direct refund. They will be just one of many unsecured creditors. There is a claim hierarchy, with HMRC at the top, followed by debentures, etc. Recourse to a card company will be needed. This mostly applies to credit card purchases, but not exclusively. Many debit card issuers have their own buyer protection schemes. There is a time limit for claims of non receipt, so check with card issuer.

To be honest, I am amazed that anyone is surprised by this. There have long been reports of delayed or long deliveries. Payments in full in advance of long lead times is nearly always a sign of poor cash flow. Poor cash flow is often caused by a business that is fundementally not profitable, or under capitalised.

 

[antonio66]

@simon g Thank you for that reply, luckily I am not referring to myself or anyone I know.

 

[DUVET]

Remember Ask Jeeves .

I think we should have an Ask @simon g section

 

[audio_PHIL_e]

@simon g I think you answered that question better than I could have

 

[I.D.S.]

Annnd it’s begun a set of Phantoms for sale on FB Naim group page

 

[Mr Kandid]

 

[audio_PHIL_e]

Witch #1 (to the other two): If we're so smart, how come we're so old and ugly?

 

[DomT]

Witch #1 (to the other two): If we're so smart, how come we're so old and ugly?

Not all witches were old and ugly.

 

[I.D.S.]

Not all witches were old and ugly.

But that as it turns out was a whole different story

 

[uzzy]

Sad news .. ex Naim and great at what they do. They repaired my Hafler for me some years back.

They made nice amps (probably better than any Naim) but the sound signature was very similar so I guess it was trying to get into dealers that sold Naim gear or perhaps a complete lack of marketing skill.

They were really nice to deal with (in my experience) so I feel sad for them.