Anybody (other than rcprince) consider the fact that JD is probably in his late 70s or even early 80s and might want to slow down a bit? Running a company is a lot of work.
Ack - gee, did anyone really like his speakers??? Read the press reviews, read the positive comments on this site and others. Not everyone has the same preferences as do you. I, for one, don't listen to my speakers by sticking my ears to the side but, hey - go for it!