This is a very good deal. I bought the 970/7075 for $1298 (I should have waited perhaps) without the sub. Regardless of the sub deal. It is a nice package. I probably would n't go back to receivers. The sound is great, power is more than adequate (probably not for others). Shipping it to Canada with duties/taxes came to $2300. It seems a little pricey but I certainly found an improvement over using receivers. As far as the sub deal goes, I don't know if this can be beat, Pre/Pro/ Amp / and sub for 1298. If I had another TV room, I'd buy it! Just my two cents. Besides, if you are n't satisfied you can return it.