I've got the video, and I've played a guitar or two with the new neck attachment and I think the new technology hasn't hurt the sound at all, and has likely improved the stability of the construction. However, as with all things about acoustic guitars, give it a few years and the Frank Fords of this world will be able to tell us for sure if it's an improvement.

By the way, if any of you don't like your new Taylor guitars, I can arrange for the shipping of them to my address, and I'll pick up the shipping charges. I've got GAS but little budget.