They (i.e., Brian Cheney) are most definitelty in business and, I think, doing better than ever with their new Neo ribbons. I just took delivery of a pair of VMPS RM40s. While the RM40s are still breaking in, they are starting to sound wonderful - very dynamic but lovely midrange and plenty of detail. I plan to post a more complete mini-review after they are fully broken in.
Try Jim Romeyn at spkrplus@cs.com (dealer) for a good deal or e-mail Brian directly - VMPSaudio@aol.com. Brian's website is supposed to be updated this week (www.vmpsaudio.com). Both Brian and Jim are very knowledgeable and responsive. Also, see the VMPS board at www.harmonicdiscord.com for 100s of posts on these fine speakers.
Ken