AJ and Will- The 2nd unit acted the same in my system as the 1st. So I kept my original 950, and am returning the 2nd one.

They are within the same range of serial numbers, so I think it was just an attempt to make sure I didn't have a defective unit.

It's good, because they did act the same way. That's why I posted on another thread that I didn't really think they had an issue with QC or much variation between units. (At least these two! )

It's bad, because obviously I still have the small amount of hiss...

I figure either they will find the problem in the 950, and I'll get another one someday, or maybe the "high end" version will come out soon enough that would be an upgrade for me. So in conclusion, the 950 is good enough for right now, but hopefully Outlaw can come through. (But I'll be keeping my eye on the B&K and whenever the Sherwood comes out.)