I was just going through the 997 forum here, and from what was posted there it appears the 997 is several months off yet...maybe june or july. With that being the case, I think I'll pull the trigger on a 990 . It sounds like it will do all I need it to and more anyway.

Al I have to do is some modifications on my shelving. The shelf that I want to put it on that has my HK signature and an Adcom line enhancer on it now is 7.5 inches high. I'll need at least another inch or two.