i like my tour burner irons. it has taken me ALOT of practice to get used to the speed... i needed the GI-D balls and i still have to many mishits. i'm generally happy with their performance... except for the very odd behavior of the 8i from time to time. i'm not seeking a refund.
however, i agree with the OP. the changes in meter speed seem to steep. i don't know how to fix it but i think the meter increases to rapidly from starter to the top irons.
he shouldn't have to buy something else to "fix" what he doesn't like about the new irons... 44cents adds up over time.