Same here.. I remember driving to the DHL local site to pick it up way back when. I couldn't wait an entire day to throw it in my system! That being said, HDMI has taken over the world of connectors (except for apple of course) and I am ready to eliminate a few miles of cables.

Now all I need is my PS3 and one cable to the 997. No more component, rgb and dvi cables snaked around everywhere.

Also using a near 5 year old 950 & still rocks the place....sent it in for repair the other day...thanks to the Outlaws for such a good warranty. Looking forward to a 997 someday!

Well it's Jan.20. Still anxiously waiting for that email that says send us your CC# and a 997 will be on it's way to U. I need to feel the 997 luv.

Me too bro! I am currently limping my new 7200 amp with an H/K AVR 500...

My original 950 is still cranking (although there's an audible hum from within - may be a loose transformer mounting screw/bolt), but I'm ready to check out the 997.

I'm sitting right on the edge between ordering a 990 now or waiting for the 997. It wouldn't take much to push me either way. From what I read in these forums, the 997 is still several months away from delivery.

It is good to hear that your 950's have withstood the test of time and you still enjoy them though. That speaks well of the quality of Outlaw products

Scott