That 7 channel Sherwood amplifier has fewer watts per channel than the big amps. It's like the upcoming 7 channel amplifier announced by Outlaw, which lets people buy separates without having to buy a beefy amp. Often a beefy 7 channel amp isn't desired since it would cost far more than the budget pre/pro's from Sherwood, Outlaw, and Rotel. A budget 7 channel amp mated to a budget 7 channel pre/pro should compete nicely against the overpriced mega-receivers.