Wow impressive review. Was really liked and seemed to shine at every turn. Being an owner of a 500c 500t it really starts to drive the itch of how much better in terms of depth space and openness of the sound stage is reviewed compared to the 1000 and I feel it would be the same against my 500. Add to that more tubes and yet a quieter noise floor will all the same functions I enjoy now while keeping the spirit of a true 2 ch system and adding a few options and features. Those of which I doubt I would use.
Hmm maybe I need to audition the unit and possible trade in upgrade with my dealer