There's a general view that AC/DC in particular is a must to upgrade to Premium.

I'm not so sure. I've played lots on a BIBLE and on a Premium, but when the new Pro VE came out that's the one I wanted.

It's pros and cons: The Premium sure has a better light show, looks better too, and I love the train model. But personally I just do not like the Hell mini-playfield, does nothing for me but interrupt the game. I couldn't care two hoots about drop targets v standups, and I don't much like the animated band model.

The new Pro VE has the two essential toys - the swinging bell and the cannon. It's got all the music, better play (without the mini-playfield), and is super fast.

In the end it's a personal choice. The Premium is better looking and with a better light show, but for me it's just not that much better. If they were the same price, I'd take the Premium, but for the extra money - no.