I agree that the 976 is not getting the press that it deserves.
It is a great processor but all anyone is talking about is Atmos processors so this little 7.1 unit is ignored which is a shame.
For those of us that will probably never have a 9.1.4 system this unit is perfect!!!!!!!!
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Epson 3500 3D projector
93" Carl's Place Flexiwhite DIY screen
Outlaw 976 Pre/Pro
Outlaw 7500 for center and surrounds
2- Emotiva XPA-1Ls for LF/RF duty
2- Outlaw LFM-1 EX subs
Oppo BDP-105 Blu-ray/DVD/SACD player
Outlaw LCR (Snell Labs) for center channel duty
Tekton Lore monitors L/R
4- Emotiva ERD-1s surround speakers
Monster HTS3600MKII power center