The article states:
These processors were co-developed by East Tech and Cirrus Logic for OEM purposes to sell to Audio Hardware Manufacturers with customized chassis, faceplates and logos to accompany them of course. Eastern Tech in an Asian OEM which manufacturers the design and specifications of these processors.

I was always under the impression that Outlaw was a key player in the design of this processor. During all the delays it was always Outlaw working with the engineers to solve them... to read this article you get the impression that Eastern Tech is the sole responsible party. What gives?