Scooby - don't worry about the -18 dB either... that varies widely depending on the source and even the individual program.

I agree with Jason's comments... I'd switch the XOs to 80 Hz and turn Audyssey off and compare it to running with Audyssey on. I recently found I do not like it as much on, but others have had better luck after recent recalibration efforts. It definitely comes down to personal preference.

Jason

Epic 80-800: HG Cherry