ATI, B&K Components, Krell, Martin Logan, Legacy Audio are not impossible to get these days. Hard to find, though, in some parts.

I agree with you that there are many high quality components being made in China alongside the junk. I think the real issue is that China has a rather spotty record in worker's rights, safety, and standards (ie, lead paint on toys), which is going to make a lot of folks wary of their products in general, and a legitimate reason to avoid them.