I would describe the AVR125 as musical. Their dual power supply design packed with massive amperage makes them sound closer to pre-amp/power amp combos rather than a receiver. I also find their D/A convertors more open sounding and with better stereo imaging that what I have encountered with similar priced receivers. I can appreciate that someone with a good ear has put a lot of effort into it.
I have never heard the Outlaw receiver though but have heard very good things about the sound quality.