Just my opinion, but I do not think you are going to get one unit as a preamp and be happy based on your equipment and your desires. I have only had the 950 for about 2 weeks, but I have enjoyed movies and TV more than anytime in the past. For 2 channel I am still using a Tube Preamp with a HT loop. It is worth it to me to do it that way. I just don't think the All in one Processors that I have heard can match a good 2 channel Preamp for analog. That is why the Outlaw 950 is a great way to go. I can have the DPL II and other digital modes I have been missing at a great price and still enjoy great 2 channel. I have not totally made up my mind to keep the Outlaw, but that has nothing to do with it as a Processor.