Yeah unfortunately, Rlwainwright is right (no pun intended) - even though it's hard to wait when a CD comes out, that seems to make the most sense.
It's the same thing with LPs. They release the CD, then 6 months later an audiophile label will press an LP of it.
I agree with your point though - if it's a hybrid why not just release the hybrid and that's it. I guess they're looking for the extra money.
Rob