Yeah, I've seen this lately as well. It's very prevelant on the web especially because of one particular website. I'm not going to name anyone but they've been recomending for awhile that for the price range; an entry-level receiver with pre-outs is a better deal than the lower level pre/pros. They also complain about the poor software design of the 950 among other things.

I think it's a little sad for them to advise this as it turns people away from even looking at a product that may fit their needs. Almost any 950 user on this board would agree that although it has its quirks, it does what it's asked to do quickly and cleanly. That should more than suit most people's home theater needs.

Ah well, it's Bose for everyone.