the thing is, you don't (have to) end up paying MSRP on these speakers, as they are auctioned off from time to time (as new). and there is considerable technology involved in their manufacture. ALSO, they RELY on the properties of wood and various shapes as it interacts with their choice of drivers and crossovers.
perhaps someday they will catch on (audio show exposure?) and then you will have to pay high prices for them. they should offer a risk-free home audition and drum up some interest and sales, and get someone to write a review about them...