Thanks, Frono. I chose an F-30 Traditional as well, primarily due to the fact that one was available at an attractive price at the time. They and the F-40 are less "blingy" than the than the F-50 Traditional, so there is a certain difference to them visually that makes them bear a closer resemblance to the F-30 and F-40 Standards.
But unlike the F-50, the F-30 and F-40 Traditionals are topped with red spruce. To me, that makes them different than Standard Series F-30's and F-40's from a marketing standpoint, as opposed to the F-50 Traditional (sitka) compared to the F-50 Std (sitka).
So, I personally think there is room for both, if the price point for the Standard Series makes it an attractive option. And based on the tone of the one above, there are plenty of musical reasons to buy one.
Neal