You are exactly right, the best setting for me is around 10 and there is no audible hum either connected to the recevier or not. I only noticed the hum when it is turned way up -- and not in use since that would knock some walls down...But the hum is a little louder when connected to receiver (again only at the higher amp levels (>2 clock)

I guess I was curious to know if the humming at high amp levels is normal?
BTW - the hsuforum does not cover much of this stuff which is why I am relying on you guys -- thanks for being patient with me.


AV equipment (in case you care)Panasonic TH-50PE700U,PS3 80GB,HK 445,Axiom M60,QS4,VP100,Hsu VTF2.3