I am recently faced with clients preferring to use more playback devices namely Doremis and Turbos and less Catalysts systems.

I agree when it comes to playing back Video rolls which contain audio. However, it's a waste for content and a severe limitation since the ability to provide effects, stack layers, and distort the images are not available.

What I am considering is configuring special HD Catalyst Servers with up to 6 striped SSDs so that I can run up to 4 layers of HD (or higher) with better quality.

I am interested in feedback and discussion regarding this.