Aerial replacement for 10T ?

Does anyone know why Aerial Acoustics stopped producing the 10T? Why would you stop making what made you famous? The 20T is at a much higher price point than the 10T. There is about $14K between the 8b and the 20T, that's a pretty large gap to fill. I always liked the 10T's, I have no idea why a manufacturer would stop doing something that made them successful. Then again Shunyata Research stopped making the Hydra, supposedly because they ran out of materials. That would be a legitimate excuse, IMO. I'd like to know why AA stopped producing the 10T? Lack of materials?

Regards,
John

the 20T is not a direct replacement for the 10T...it's a big brother...I understand there may be one or two models on the board as replacements/upgrades for the 10T...but not for a year...there is a big gap between the 8b, LR5's and the 20T...had a chance to listen to the 20T's recently...The sound is outstanding and this was right out of the box for all intents and purposes. The new tweeter is open, clear and detailed with no shrillness or brightness. The low end is fast, tight and deep with no boominess. The mid needed a bit more time to loosen up, but they probably had less than 50 hours on them when I heard them. Dynamic integration is smooth from top to bottom with great air and imaging. I like the Aerial signature sound and the 20T’s carry that to a new level...pricing, unfortunately, is beyond me...

Aerial has a model 9 ready for introduction within the next few months, at the 9-10K range.

Michael Kelly at Aerial has indicated to me that he feels the 8B's are comparable in performance to the 10T's -- and indeed, have a significantly upgraded bass driver system. Some reviewers feel the same. I think it's a dead heat, frankly, making the 8B the better bargain. Kelly is about to release the Model 9. I might be able to offer special pricing on some Aerial 8B's with slight mars in the finishes if someone is interested. These would be sold as new goods, with warranty, available for pickup at my office location.

All above is accurate and inclusive so my observation is on the 20. I have owned the 10 s for 5 years and just got the 20 s very recently. The 10 s went to the back for multichannel. The 20 s are everything zshuster observed and more. The midrange has indeed opened up and is breathtaking. Dont look for them to be reviewed ; especially from the good unbiased folks at The Absolute Sound . They never even reviewed the 10 s . Ever.... in its 10 glorious years in production. Mike Kelly is a genius and never produces products until they are the best he can engineer . Run out to audition the 20 s , mortgage the home and dont take a vacation for 5 years . They will pay for themselves and you will own the last speaker of your life.