I didn't blame the pads or compounds. I know you like that stuff and more power to you, It wasn't working out for me so I went away from it. As to the question of the product or myself being the problem, I take full responsibility. I wasn't using much speed and I was shocked at the amount of heat I was making. I tried damp pad and I didn't like how it was caking up on me, conditioner spray of some sort may have made all the difference.
They are products that I haven't written off entirely, it's very possible that I may come back to them if I alter other portions of my process. But for right now I'm very comfortable with sonax and a foamed wool compounding pad on rotary for my first step, followed by polishing efforts. I make zero heat with the foamed wool and sonax, I suppose it compliments my skill level, I feel safe and confident with it.
I wasn't starting a product bashing post, I just wanted to confirm my thoughts on a defect I experienced.