I was a Futaba fan originally. I love my 9C. But I got a DX7 and I love that. I don't like the Futaba 2.4GHz modules with the antennas sticking out the back, and there is no "model match" features using the 9C 2.4GHz modules. Futaba has limited RX choices at the moment, while Spektrum has about 6-8 different RXs I can use with my DX7.

The new DX6i looks pretty nice too. Ultimate Hobbies has them in stock today.