Well, I just ordered a 990/7125 combo. I've been examining my choices and reading like crazy since returning from CES, and decided to give the Outlaw components a try. For one reason or another, I was and still am really nervous about the purchase. I was also considering the Rotel RSX-1067 and Arcam AVR300 receivers. Something in the back of my mind keeps telling me "the receivers are more expensive, surely they must offer better sound quality". The 990 has received some good reviews from Ultimate AV and Home Theater Sound, but even so, it hasn't resolved my fears. I'm upgrading from an Onkyo TX-NR900 because I'm not happy with its musical qualities. Also seems to be lacking punch and presence. I guess my reluctance in purchasing from Outlaw all comes down to... "what the hell do I know about sound quality?"

I don't know why the heck I'm posting this, but I'm (now) really looking forward to trying these things out. I can only hope that all the good I've been reading is not simply because people purchased the equipment but that it's really the best value going for separates.