Hm, to prove this point I would be tempted to create a kickstarter campaign only to see it stall far from your suggested sum.
Please do.
If one software product is worth my extra money, it’s gotta be Renoise. I would love to donate.
edit:
same ideas (sort of);
Renoise Development Boost Donation
How Do I Donate To Renoise?
Buy Your Vote(s)!
Renoise Fundraiser
Why I’m showing you guys al these topics? To let y’all know this userbase is WILLING to donate money.
This userbase never complains about the cost of Renoise.
Nobody is whining about the price of Renoise is too damn high.
People are WILLING to donate money.
WILLING.
Voluntarily.
Do something with that knowledge.