I think the easiest and most effective way for you to decide is to audition. Advice from Goners and tech papers are great but nothing beats a good test drive. Of course, if budget is the underlying issue here, then go with what works for your budget.
Have you considered a used Ref50? That may be more around the area you're working with.
Personally, I like the B&K myself. Didn't care for the Outlaw setup I heard at a local shop (990 w/Krell bookshelfs). I think the B&K just has a better performance for HT applications (Ref 50 w/active Blue Sky Pro's). Thats just my personally preference; take it for what its worth.
Check for a used Ref50 before you make the purchase of the 990, IMO.
Happy Listening
Have you considered a used Ref50? That may be more around the area you're working with.
Personally, I like the B&K myself. Didn't care for the Outlaw setup I heard at a local shop (990 w/Krell bookshelfs). I think the B&K just has a better performance for HT applications (Ref 50 w/active Blue Sky Pro's). Thats just my personally preference; take it for what its worth.
Check for a used Ref50 before you make the purchase of the 990, IMO.
Happy Listening