I really enjoy my 970. It is a great processor. I have stated before and I will stick with my sentiment that I like the felxibility of the 990. You really can't go wrong with either product. Personally if I had the space for it I would have gotten the 990. That being said, sonically I don't think that I am missing anything with the 970. I use the 970 98% of the time for TV/Movies. I believe that they have the "no audio" issus finally resolved.

It is a great product. The support is great. If any issues come up they can/will release new firmware to fix the unit, so you really can't go wrong.

Good Luck,

Charlie