I agree with much of what you have to say though the projector market seems to be doing reasonably well and people (such as myself) want a great sounding audio system. This mean 5.1 or 7.1 or 5.2.1 (atmos).

This means a high powered receiver or yet better, separates. I have been looking at pre-amps other than Outlaw and prices are 2-4 times higher and that's what keeps me coming back to the 976.

I wish I knew someone I could borrow one and see if it solves my video issues mentioned above.

John