Hi Eric,
You might have misunderstood me too
1. I own the Centaur (ok, I got a privileged price) and I have fun with it,
2. I like the variation of different play styles, so he's not the one and only.
3. Yes aesthetic aspects are important for me,
4. but in accordance with functionality - not as exposure objects
5. Mephisto Boards and modules are in some way really "pieces of art"
The best chess computer for me is the one you play with, that's why the Mephisto Exclusive has found it's place in my living room and the Millenium King (+Chesslink !) it's place in my "chess-study-room".
The friendly centaur might find his utilisation in friendly weather environment.
All these discussions are proofing that he drew already full public attention, a good strategic chess move in advantage for DGT.