Why Not Bring Back Analog, Reel to Reel Tape

Wouldn't it be nice if TEAC, Sony, etc, were to start manufacturing reel to reel machines again? I think they would make a killing. While I love my 30+ yrs old machines, if not ridiculously over priced (filmco, tape project machines. etc,..) I would certainly purchase one. Anyone at CROWN listening? (I have always wanted a Crown open reel and have a friend that works at Crown. He says they still have all of the jigs to reproduce the 800.. oh I wish)
And yes, you are correct. A quarter track tape will blow the pants off of an LP.
Norman

Viridian,

"Norman, a killing? These guys can't even sell enough home theatre receivers and MP3 players to make ends meet. A killing?"

Well maybe that is the problem! I don't know your age (I am 46) but I can vividly recall walking into Stereo Systems, Playback, Pacific Stereo, etc., and stores were always busy. Reel to reels were big ticket items that sold well. If you are serious about music, hell if you just enjoy listening to music, why would you purchase a 'home theatre receiver'? Now one has three choices, crummy stereos sold at Best Buy, Exotic high end that most can't afford, or mid market home theartre goods. That is why Ebay and the like are thirving today, selling 30 year old hi-fi gear. That is why I still have and enjoy my 30 year old Citations.

Ah Viridan,

I finally got my dream... a mint Crown SX-822 reel to reel... wish you were here my friend.. This is something you wouldn't forget.

Best,
Norman