I suspect it is only a handful as you say. But some people who hear the slight hiss from more than a few inches away, probably won't ask for a return. My original 950 is acceptable even with its slight hiss. But in my case, I would prefer one with less hiss. But others who hear hiss might not want the hassle of disconnecting and boxing up the old 950, and getting and connecting the new 950, just to reduce a slight hiss. (shrug).

It's possible the slight hiss might contribute to the harshness some people are hearing on the 950, but I have no evidence about that, one way or the other.

[This message has been edited by Will (edited June 19, 2002).]