I didn't know if I would get this release.  I had absolutely no desire to dole out money on any upgrades for a DAW this year.  I really was a little bummed when I read a comment that X3 was at X3a already, X3b was in process and X3c was planned.  Where is X2b???
 
I was however planning on buying a drum program to use in ProTools and ADDICTIVE DRUMS was on my short list for $179.   http://www.xlnaudio.com/productline/1
I was even debating getting some new effects.  I wasn't considering Nomad Factory, but what the heck.  $199  http://www.nomadfactory.c.../bt_effects/index.html
And was considering scrapping V-vocal altogether since I've not had that good of luck with it.  $99  http://www.celemony.com/cms/index.php?id=383
 
These items alone would cost me $477.
 
So you guys give me the full download of Addictive Drums, some effects, and melodyne all for $150.  AND - you threw in a PC tape simulator AND some editing improvements and visual enhancements to boot?!?!?!? 
 
Thank you.  That ended up being a very easy choice for me!