I don't mind the looks of the 990 or the display, but the physical size is somewhat of a pain in the ass to deal with. It is a LOT taller and deeper than similarly equipped (though not similarly priced) gear.

And I'll agree with Gonk that it's right up there in quality with the Arcam and I have heard them both. I was originally going to buy Arcam equipment until a friend of mine suggested I check out Outlaw. You get similar (VERY similar) performance at a substantially lower price point. So if cost is any consideration (for some folks, it isn't), then the 990 is a no brainer.

Cheers,