Sorry, I couldn't wait any longer either...went with the other "O". Still waiting on the Oppo BDP-83, but I think that will be a lot shorter wait than the 997. Good Luck to you guys for sticking it out!! :-)
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Paradigm Studio 100 v.4 mains
Paradigm CC590 v.4 center
Axiom QS8 surrounds
Outlaw LFM-1EX
Outlaw 7200
Outlaw 997 pre-pro (waiting..)
Panasonic PT-AE3000u projector
Oppo BDP-83 (waiting..)

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