Well, after searching through different brands of pre/pro for my next upgrade, I ended up ordering Outlaw 990. For what it offers for the money compare to other pre/pro, you just can't beat 990. Although I haven't had a chance to hear the sonic quality of 990, I am fairly certain 990 will be a keeper since I was extremely satisfied with 950 unit. Even on the used equipment market, it is difficult to find better value. Occasionally I found very compelling older unit for sale albeit older processing power for a reasonable price (very expensive as brand new), but none offers flexibility like the 990. I had few chance to listen to more expensive units through the local dealers but nothing was sounding significantly better than 950 system in my home even though in-store HT system was setup using their finest equipments. After comparing all the pros and cons of what 990 offers against other pre/pros, like so many other Outlaw forum members here, I found it is very difficult to beat the value it offers. Sure you can find similarly featured and priced unit like Rotel RSP 1068, Sherwood P965, Adcom GTP series, etc. but when you combine the great product and outstanding customer support Outlaw provides, I will vote for Outlaw 990. Now all I need to do is wait for my 990 to arrive to my home, hopefully before Labor day weekend.