I like pretty much everything I have read so far.

Two that stick out that have nothing to do with sound (go figure) is the MX-500 would be ideal and DVI inputs would be a great feature as well.

How about a digital amp? If done right, I hear they can sound excellent.

Also, I am not sure about the 1050, but on the 950's display there are two levels of characters. I would really like the volume display to be larger (double level). I don't have a problem with the input and sound format being small since chances are I know what I am listening to, but I would like a nice 1 inch number display for the volume on the side.

How about Satellite radio capabilities built in?

Don't know if this exceeds the price point, but brushed aluminum would be nice also.

If I think of more, I will post it.