but you have to factor in c) which is (the assumption) that M can actually make a SB+++ player that sounds as good as an 808.2 and that is better than a SB3, Transporter etc. The question is just how much would 'we' be prepared to pay.

For those that want to spend $300 then they will keep buying SB3.

For those that can and want to pay a premium of some sort, they will - as we practically all have on here. The question is how much??

Rgds,
Nick