Hey Mike, I thought that would be your answer in regards to the 990/7700. Perfect!
Aesthetics are important. I was kind of put off by the 990/7700 appearance at first but the more I looked at them I thought, hey they are really pretty cool looking.
I also listen to a lot of 2channel. I am a product of the 60's and that is the way ROCK should be listened too. There should be a warning label on the package requiring you to listen to it in stereo.
Thanks again, Mike
Frank