Of course nobody outside Outlaw can know for sure, but I believe that the Model 950 will not be replaced for at least another year. That's based on a combination of instinct and several years of observing Outlaw's product development from the perspective of consumer. Outlaw may produce a "big brother" to the 950 (which they would probably only do if they could incorporate a very wide range of connectivity features -- digital DVD-A/SACD input, DVI and/or HDMI switching, etc. -- and user interface/configuration options), or they may let the 950 remain their only pre/pro until a direct successor is ready (an updated 950 would likely be in the same <$1000 price range with comparable or better audio performance and an up-to-date processing feature set). Either way, I can't imagine the 950 being replaced any time before the spring or so of 2005.

Granted, this is purely speculation on my part, but it matches Outlaw's previous product development trends.

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