IMHO, the super hi-end of audio has always catered to a very small group of wealthy audio enthusiasts who have the financial wherewithal to purchase whatever they want. Mostly they want to be able to purchase limited production products that will not only hold their value, but escalate in value as time goes on.
Much like the extravagant art they collect, the hi-end audio they purchase is designed to appeal both to their aesthetic, as well as to their sonic enjoyment.
And this is how these companies have been able to carve a niche out of the audio market for themselves. There’s little doubt that they will continue to thrive in the future given that even in poor economic times the well heeled always have money.
As for Dartzeel, as long as his entry level audio gear promises the same technical advantages as that of his statement line of audio products, there’s little doubt that he’ll find a market for them as well.