I saved 2,500 RMB on the Chase Bliss Onward by ordering from the USA

May 08, 2026

Why I need the Chase Bliss Onward in 2026

I have been tracking the experimental music scene in Hong Kong and mainland China for months, and the Chase Bliss Onward is the only pedal everyone is talking about right now. As a dynamic sampler, it captures snapshots of my playing and turns them into lush, glitchy textures. In May 2026, it remains incredibly difficult to find because Chase Bliss releases these in small batches that vanish from US shelves instantly.

I saved 2,500 RMB on the Chase Bliss Onward by ordering from the USA
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We noticed that the demand in China is far outstripping the supply. I check the latest us trends regularly to see when new stock drops. Because these pedals are handmade and boutique, waiting for a local distributor to get stock often means waiting months or paying a massive premium.

The price gap between the US and China

I am always shocked at how much local resellers charge. In the US, the Chase Bliss Onward retails for approximately $399 USD. However, when I looked at local listings in China, prices were frequently exceeding 5,800 RMB. That is a difference of nearly 2,500 RMB just for the convenience of local stock.

I decided I would rather keep that money and manage the logistics myself. Even after paying for international shipping, the savings are significant. I refuse to pay double the price for a product just because it crossed an ocean through a middleman.

How I use a freight forwarder for boutique gear

My method involves using a freight forwarder to bridge the gap. Since Chase Bliss is a US-based company, shipping directly to China can be expensive or sometimes unavailable for specific limited editions. I use comGateway because they provide me with a tax-free us address in Oregon. This means I do not even have to pay US sales tax on the pedal, which saves me another 9-10% right at the start.

Once my pedal arrives at the warehouse, I use their parcel forwarding service to send it to my door. This gives me control over the process and ensures the boutique gear is handled with care.

How I avoid cancelled orders with BuyForMe

I have faced a major problem when trying to shop us store sites: many of them block international credit cards or automatically decline orders that use a known forwarder's address. Stores like Nike, Sephora, and even some high-end music retailers are notorious for this. It is incredibly frustrating to see a "Transaction Declined" message after waiting weeks for a restock.

I solved this by using the BuyForMe service. Instead of me trying to use my local card, I let comGateway buy the item on my behalf using a US domestic credit card. I simply provide the link to the Onward pedal, and they handle the purchase. This is the safest way to guarantee my order doesn't get cancelled. I find it essential for limited releases where I only have one chance to secure the item before it sells out.

Estimating costs for China delivery

Before I commit to a purchase, I always use the shipping calculator to see what my final bill will look like. I want to know exactly what the international shipping rates are so there are no surprises. For a small item like a guitar pedal, the China delivery fees are usually very reasonable compared to the 2,500 RMB markup I would pay locally.

I also appreciate that I can choose between different shipping fees and speeds. If I am in a hurry to get the Onward onto my pedalboard, I pick the express option. If I want to maximize my savings, I choose the standard route. Either way, the total cost is much lower than buying from a scalper in Shanghai or Beijing. I have found this to be the most efficient way to buy from US ship to China without the headache of local price gouging.

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