I meant production/release of the new models will be put back meaningly another 3 or more months, so a release is more likely to be 5 or 6 months away, if not more. Orders for AC/DC world wide are bigger than the last few models put together. Production of Pro machine has reached 700 ish already, then add the 500 combined LE's, then add in the Premium which should reach around 500 if it keeps selling like it has. Good numbers in a crappy world economy, and thats in the first 3 or 4 months.

I think the drawn out cycle for AC/DC was more to do with selling/moving as much Transformer stock as possible, plus using the time to get AC/DC 4 models right before release. Dont forget, there hasnt been a price increase at Stern for any Pro stock for over 3 plus models now, considering it is a flat worldwide market. Stern says it is trying to make machines more affordable, more attainable to more people. The price freeze has helped alot.
Big difference to most between $5950 and the std $6600 etc. Last Pro was $400 to $650 more, this AC/DC Pro is the lowest cost Pro to date, and probably the best with upgraded audio board and new LED red display. Stern has added value and decreased the purchase price at the same time. They have done well here.

The new Pro models at $5950 make older games look overpriced. We have all seen prices of older games dive.
Who knows what the future will hold, but I am hopeful that Stern is on the right track with Steve Ritchie settling for nothing but the best for the pinball customer. Exciting times ahead i am hoping/thinking.

If the AC/DC playfield was rejected before, it doesnt mean its not a excellent layout. Its one of the most functional and usable playfields I have played. Its a great layout.

I think you will find the cost cutting days are mostly numbered at Stern. AC/DC Pro might ? have proved that. Its more machine for less.
Stern had better be heading the right way after such a good effort with acdc. One would hope things keep getting better and better. I dont think they have far to go to be making great titles accross the board. As long as they listen to their customers.