i've had the 990 for a couple months now. i upgraded from a sony AVR. i am completely satisfied with my purchase. the sound improvement was increadible and the price didnt kill my wallet. i have had no experience with rotel products but i was looking at the same exact unit you are, as well as an emotiva unit before i bought the 990. the deciding factor for me was the outstanding customer service of Outlaw and DVI switching.