Yes, nothing like two channel stereo.
My wife also would think that I am NUTS. I have been changing systems ever since I can remember...at least since the early 70's.
God Bless my better half.
This little venture in electronics is just a thought that I will consider seriously and cautiously before putting any more money on the debit side of the equation for this experiment.
I currently have the 990/7700 combo and I am very pleased with it's performance but still will be considering the 998 at it's debut.
Adding another pair of speakers and at least two mono amps is a big dip in the wallet especially if I decide two go with the 998.
I will definitely wait to hear the reviews before I lay my cards on the table for the 998.
Just how much better will the 998 be in my system? Won't know until we read the reviews and listen to other people's opinions.
So for right now I think I will pull back a little.

In July it might be a little different. BIG birthday coming up.
"I wonder what the wife is thinking"

Thanks