fcs101
Axe-Master
I was somewhat disappointed with the FM9 announcement. The extra power attracted me, but not the form factor. I've written about my desire for that amount of power (or more) in a smaller unit.
The thing is though that Fractal was right to launch this product (despite not consulting me). The FM9, as launched, protects the FM3 product line. Any smaller version would've obsoleted the FM3 and created a lot of animosity. It simultaneously allows Fractal to launch a more powerful floor modeler (which is what many want).
I do believe I'll eventually get what I (and others) want, which is a smaller version, but that moment is probably at least two years away. I think (hope) we may see something like an FM9 mini version at some point. That will allow Fractal to gracefully retire the FM3 and still maintain the three product lines.
The thing is though that Fractal was right to launch this product (despite not consulting me). The FM9, as launched, protects the FM3 product line. Any smaller version would've obsoleted the FM3 and created a lot of animosity. It simultaneously allows Fractal to launch a more powerful floor modeler (which is what many want).
I do believe I'll eventually get what I (and others) want, which is a smaller version, but that moment is probably at least two years away. I think (hope) we may see something like an FM9 mini version at some point. That will allow Fractal to gracefully retire the FM3 and still maintain the three product lines.