So you all talked me into it. I too ordered the 990/7125 combo today. I'll be stepping up from 2 channel to the world of surround. Couldn't find anything to make me happy in the two channel world so I built my own pre-amp (DC coupled), moving coil pre-amp and active crossover. It's unlikely I'll be doing this with digital. Current system is active crossover bi-amp with Adcom GFA-5500 and Sony SS-M7's on top and dual 10" drivers in acoustic suspension on the bottom, 80 Hz crossover. Very clean bass. Steve suggested I keep the crossover and use the front channels on large. I come from the land of modified Dynaco ST70's and haven't really done much in the way of upgrades since I put my current system together years ago. I would be interested in any tips in rounding it out. Godot . . . is waiting.