I'm looking purchase a receiver and the 1050 is on the list of possibilities. My question however is how long has the 1050 been out in production and does anyone know if plans are in the works for a next generation receiver by Outlaw in the same price range?
I'd be willing to wait a little while because the speakers I am looking at haven't been released either (the ELT system by AV123), I'm just not sure if I should or not.
Going through past posts and newletters it seems there has been some mention of a next gen receiver I just haven't seen any mention of one recently.

Thanks!
Steve

First, yes, in electronic's terms, the 1050 is getting a little old. It does, however, still posess the same qualities that made it a great receiver in the first place. Great sound, preamp ins and outs, 6 channel surround, and more, clean, power than specified.

It really depends on your price range with the 1050. For under $600, it's still the best sounding and best built receiver I've run into. Outlaw hasn't given any indications lately about a new receiver. If you also figure in the pricing of the 950/7100 combo, I would be a little surprised to see a new receiver in the near future. I think if a standard for the digital multi-channel interface is developed, that might trigger a new receiver. Until then, the only thing that makes the 1050 feel old is the lack of DPLII.

For the price, the 1050 is still one of the better audio deals out there.