FT-2000 - VRF and μ-Tune

I am reading the brochure on the FT-2000 (hey, until I can get my hands on one all I can do is research!) and it appears the Variable RF Preselector and the μ-Tune Ultra Sharp Preselector units are the same thing.

I don't see any specifications listed for either one, just a chart that graphically displays the response curves of the μ-Tune units. However, the function looks to be identical between the two units - just the strength varies.

A while back I posted on the FT-2000 yahoo group looking for some guidance on the rig and accessories. In reply to my inquiry on the μ-Tune units I had one person reply that they will either be a benefit or do nothing at all. I suppose if the VRF does the same thing, just not as sharp as the μ-Tune's, then I could see where there may be some question as to how good the units really are. Based on the block diagram in the brochure it looks like the RF stage is pretty well thought out - and the VRF is in the same place as the μ-Tune. I guess the big question is still "is a μ-Tune worth the $400 or so extra?"

I wish I could get my hands on one of these rigs and test-drive it! It is really hard to sit here and look at specs, read documentation, and watch you-tube videos of the rig. Until I can sit down with one I won't really know what the rig is capable of.