Guys, I respect the way Outlaw does things. If you can't wait, then bail. I for one, like my 950 even though I'm behind the times, I have faith the 978 will fit my needs and fit the bill for the next 10 or so years. I hate waiting also, but I also have considered doing something else. I had a Marantz receiver prior to the 950, and if you can't wait, the 7005, I'm positive is a great piece of gear. Outlaws will not release something until they believe it is ready. I respect that! I too am hurting, but...... it is what it is, wait, or don't, but the complaining won't change the bang for the buck factor and shouldn't.......