I'd like to see a 'mid-range' processor offering similar to the 975 with a few additional features:
- at least 6 HDMI inputs.
- 7.1 analog inputs with the 970/1070 analog bass-managment toggle capability.
- dual zone support or at least A/B speaker switching.
- some convenience features including the ability to name inputs and a USB or network connection for updating the firmware.
- something magical from the Outlaws that nobody's thought of ;-)
+ $300 on the 975 price.

I'd also like to see a 1075 AVR with the above features + main-amp inputs, but I think the Outlaw are out of that game with their 975/7075 combo priced in the $1100 price range.

-John