Let me start by saying that I currently own a 990/770 combo. I feel that the 990 is just about as good as it currently gets and to me is a big step up from the old 950!

In addition, I have owned many power amps in the past and the Outlaw amp are a fantastic value! However, I think that when you look at the new options given the XLR outputs on the 990, it opens up the door to higher end amps than outlaw curretnly offers.

My thoughts are a good 5 channel amp for centers & surrounds (say the new Outlaw 7500), plus high end 2 channel for main L/R is a worthy move at this time.

The question is simply, "if price weren't and object, what amp would you buy?" OK let's put a maximum of $5000 for the 2 channel amp option . . . What would you recommend?