Good players have a lot to do with how they are setup, some of the best players can sound not so great when paired with not so good equipment and installed and tuned improper.
I think guys Like Anwar can really get the best out of anything (unless he is in a off mood

), I have been on a joint tune session with him for a P980BT, sounded better than any Pio head selling in India likes of 7950, 6950. Would love to get feedback from him on the Alpine 9887's SQ.
@clip: what equipment are you planning to run with this head ?