Just wanted to say my 970 is still rockin'. No issues and it is in a harsh environment. Was going to step up to the 990 but I see it has been put out to pasture too. I'll just keep on rockin' with the 970 as long as it stays alive.
The "Revorgandrum" CD sounds soo good on this system.
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Outlaw 970 or 990
(2) NAD C-272 amps
Sony (ES) SACD Player
(4) JBL 29Av-1 Speakers
JBL ES250PWCH 12" Sub
Dell GX620.
Asus sound card Optical out.