I own a 755 and purchased the 1050 for use untill the 950 ships, but after watching other postings and hearing the 1050 I have some questions.

When I received the 755 I did not have a preamp of any type, so I pluged my CD player directly in the my new 755 and hope I wouldn't blow my speekers. Although a little loud at times it did not hurt my speekers. On the other hand, it did put out some of the best most natural sound I'v herd on any system. I was in love.

Then I ordered and received the 1050. Im happy with the sorround sound. It's as good as I expected with what I have herd about this receiver. But I can't say the same for the stereo mode. I'm so displeased with the sound comming out in stereo mode I've quit listening to CDs. Now some of what I am hearing - or not hearing - I expected. What I hear that I am concerned about is the 1050 in stereo mode sounds very shrill. Cymbals are overbearing while guitar is dull.

I am concerned about the stereo mode because I've seen posting on this site describing not great stereo sound from the 950, and I very much like to hear CDs in stereo.

My question to anyone who has or has had both units is the following;
One - how does the 1050 and 950 compare in home theater mode
Two - how do they compare in stereo mode

Thank you

Gary