Well, I used to own the 1050 and now own the 950. The 1050 can still hold its own with other recievers near its price point. Its a TAD dated in terms of features, but sounds nice.
I used my 1050 strictly as a preamp. I wanted to get a true preamp, and the only one I could afford was the 950.(yes the Roltel is not too much more, but $500 is $500. They are too similar to justify the $ difference, IMHO) I got my 950 before the halt in production.
The difference between the 950 and 1050 is not night and day with DTS/DD stuff, but I do like the 950 more. As far as two channel sources, the 950 IS a night and day improvement over the 1050. Same goes for older ProLogic suff and cable/sat. The 950 simply outclasses the 1050, its not even close, IMHO.
I didn't care that the 950 had PL2, but I found I like it a lot for cable sound.
The 950/7100 combo will cost MUCH more than the 1050, something my direct comparison does not take into account. IF you have the funds and are a patient person, waiting for the 950/amp combo will definately be worth it.
Good luck,
Six
[This message has been edited by Six Shooter (edited September 06, 2002).]
Even though I don’t currently have a way to connect the 950, I have been stubbornly convinced to throw my lot in with you other outlaws. Hey, while I’m at it, I’m going to wait for the 7100 too. Oi vey!
I would too if I part with the cash. That trip to Jamaica took care of any more mega splurges... nose to the grindstone for the next little while. I must admit though, this delay has been a good thing in a way... more $bongos to save!
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