Great discussion with well thought out arguments and no one going over the line. That is refreshing! I see both sides on this one for sure. However, when manufactures start asking $8K for solid well featured pins on a regular bases I may start thinking about getting more into another hobby or at least reducing my interest in pinball. Would I rather have numerous pins that cost me around 8K each or an M3 or boat?....I know this will sound like blasphemy but I may just choose to go the M3 and or boat route.
That is why I am routing so hard for Skit-B to come through on their project. If they can find a way to offer awesome pins to the public at more affordable prices than the big companies out there (even if they stick with DMD) then I would keep purchasing pins from them without question. Before the 'realists' chime in I know very well that there is a chance this wont happen. It may not work out but hey then again it just might. I sure am hoping it does.