Thanks Lee, seems I like the un-numbered mcpx better lmao. We will find out tonight when the wind dies down a bit. I have them both in there, and will try them both.
Keith, I agree if you are strapped for cash, the 9x is the way to go. I was going to get one, but didn't really want to take the chance on bricking it, and didn't really want to mod it that much just to get it to where I wanted it. I decided on the DX8 for many reasons. One of which is the warranty. If something goes wrong, there is a recall, or whatever, I know I'm covered, and I wont ever have to order another radio. IMO, you get what you pay for, and with this DX8, you pay a lot, but you also get a lot. From my 6i to the 8, I noticed increased response in my heli, it's easier to fly (or I'm getting better with time off, I think not lol), and the rubber grips are just gold in your hands when you are holding this thing.
All in all, it's dealers choice. There are thousands that go with, and stand behind the 9x, then there are thousands that stand behind spektrum/jr, not to mention futaba, airtronics, and all of the others out there. If someone has what they like, it's doing what they think is right and their aircraft are flying well, great. But like Gaba said, I have a lot of money in my planes. I'm not flying foamies or something I can replace for under $40. I'm flying planes that are $500+. If I lose a signal, and they crash, I'm a deadman when I walk in the house carrying paper bags that was once a plane hahaha.
Thanks for the writeup Keith, It's a great comparison of the two Tx's.