[newbie78]

Willi , I own the dynaudio excite 44 floor standing speakers, with 88/89db sensitivity. And yes, I have to use that volume on all sources. cd player, media streamer, etc.. I don't listen to vinyl. As far as trim levels, they all are at factory pre settings, I haven't messed around with those yet . I 'll look in to it. I always have tone controls shut off when listening. Wow, so 50 would bring the noise for you eh? Amazing, 50 for me on all sources would be moderate volume. say mediumish. Not loud , not quiet, in the middle, dang. Im using Silver Streak (Pair) Kimber Kable length 2.0 meter non balanced interconnects between pre and power amp.