Originally Posted By: brwsaw
Is there a device available that will remove artifacts and or control the output volume so all media can be played without worrying about sudden spikes in volume?

Device: a decent pre/pro will have that feature, even without Audyssey.
Software: JRiver.

M80 v3, 2 x Emotiva UPA-1 Monoblocks, XPA-5, UMC-1 PrePro
Pro-Ject RPM Genie, Carver C2 Phono Preamp