The B & K 70 will have a "free" card update available to all owners which will allow all decoding.

I too loved the 990, thought it was the best out there for the money. then I tried the Integra 9.8 & 9.9...sounded better and a step up. The B & K just floored me and continues to. I know it's tacky to post here I suppose but it really is that good of a pre/pro. Like has been said, it literally sounds like you are unwrapping your speakers that have been dampened by many layers of blankets. Sound is crisp, frighteningly clear. The glitches are frustrating but firmware updates are slowing fixing that too.

I'm sure the 997 will sound great knowing the Outlaw folks.