I think my hubris has found a way to expedite the release of the Doobie's Quadio: I've been reading about the ups and downs of this (impending?) release for over a year here on QQ; I couldn't take it anymore, so I ordered and just received this:
¥5,200 (about $48)
As soon as I'm done listening, Ima head out and wash the car--we could use some rain!