I just got the 990 yesterday and I'm glad I did. Thanks to a member from PolkAudio forum. Believe it or not, my little hum noise is gone as soon as I replaced Sony A/V (bought 7500 before 990). Now I can watch the 300. I rented on the day I placed the order. The only regret is I found out about Outlaw a little too late. I've owned many receivers before from H/K to Yammi to Denon and laterly Sony and 990/7500 is my last stop. Well, not really, until I pass them to my daughters. Pre/Pro and Amp is much better than A/V.