Great work Bug. I know this issue has been "bugging" you (sorry, I couldn't resist). As I've mentioned in my PM's, I'm really enjoying the sound of the 7500. I just haven't been sure about comparisons to other seperates as my reference point was an older Yamaha receiver at 85 WPC. So, going to a 990/7500 combo from that really isn't a fair fight.

Regards.