I've had my Outlaw now for about 3 days. It replaced a JVC 8000. The sound is very good, clear and natural. I have a set of very good Ed Frias diy speakers. The quality of the speakers goes a long ways in the quality of the final sound output. Of course the quality of the amp helps by producing a good undistorted sound signal. All in all I believe the system has to be matched in quality for the optimal sound. But largely the speakers will have the greatest impact. Plus we all hear differently.