gerdals,

Yes, the 950 is a processor only. You would need a separate amplifier, such as Outlaw's 7100 or 770, and a set of interconnect cables to connect each output of the processor to its corresponding input on the amplifier.

My $.02: if you were choosing between the 5150 and the 1050 for initial purchase, I'd definitely suggest auditioning the Outlaw and seeing if you prefer the (slight) differences in features and sound quality that differentiate the two. But it wouldn't be a particularly good bang-for-buck upgrade.

-avi

[This message has been edited by Avi (edited July 03, 2003).]