I heard about that about them also. I don't know much about that forum, but I would think that anything that encourages your customers to be more involved in your product would be a good thing.
It would seem like this issue has been settled in previous cases. One would think they would at least try to tailor the statute to conform to established judicial precedent.
Very cool history of a great mic. I use them all the time. For a cheap mic that is practically a commodity in studios and rehearsal rooms and on stage, you tend to forget everything that went into creating it.
I'm sure this idea will continue to catch on. Give away the infinite goods (digital files) and sell the scarcities (concerts, merch, etc...). They are building a fanbase the way many online companies have built customer bases.
Its always sticky around the numbers. People like to talk around it for a long time being uncomfortable to address it head-on. Its probably best to avoid conflicts and waste of time on the front end.
Very interesting. I occassionally get questions asking for advice about what to take in school (from nieces and nephews and college students), and I always say I wish I had more math. It teaches people how to think and develop your brains. Its more than just about getting a job.