I second RockAZ's recommend for an EVR. Doesn't matter if you go with a slipper. or not, EVR is good stuff.
I put a 48 tooth EVR in mine. You'll have to replace the basket but then, you'll be that far into it anyway to replace the hub.
I like it alot. My 996 went from noisy, graunchy and loud with the old worn out stuff to civilized, yet just noisy enough that one can still tell it's a Ducati.
Engagement is much smoother too. Combined with an after market slave cylinder...like an EVR it makes for a much smoother, less noisy engagement. As a plus, lever effort is reduced significantly.
Compared to my 2 GSXRs and my Aprilia, my 996 has the smoothest, lowest effort clutch of them all......sean