I'm still trying to ascertain as to whether AMD actually do negotiate on prices of NIB pins. Unless the definitions of negotiation and fair mean paying the full recommended retail 2012 NIB prices at time of purchase?

I have always been able to negotiate with AMD in Sydney on pricing. Everytime I bought a BNIB I got to negotiate a fair price I enjoyed. Negotiation is available when buying. Just ask.

My ACDC Pro was $5950 minimum pricing paid in full upfront but you have to add delivery from Sydney to QLD which was $300 plus $250 shaker motor which is a must have which equals a minimum of $6500 delivered.