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I need more power only for some input sources only. Some dvd's I have seem to have low recording levels and I need to turn my Sony up higher to compensate. My Samsung Tv also has a low level optical output that also requires me to turn the volume up much higher on the Sony. I do like to listen loud and my room is 5 metres wide by 10 metres long.

Sounds like you are in need of the dynamic volume features on one of the newer receivers, I know Denon or Onkyo has this feature more than a more powerfull amp/receiver.

Are the other manufacturers offering such eq's these days?

DVD's having different recording levels is normal, we all have this issue, and we all find ourselves turning the volume up/down depending on the movie we are watching. Even if you find a receiver that puts out 200 watts per channel, your only gaining 3dB's of volume over a receiver that puts out 100 watts, very insignificant.

Maybe not. You would in essence be doubling your headroom and quite possibly lowering the distortion making dialog quit a bit clearer. More power is never a bad thing imo.

Grant, from your latest description, power has nothing to do with the situation. If some source material happens to have a lower voltage output than others, obviously the volume control on the receiver has to be set higher(cutting off less of the incoming voltage)to get the same power output(not more)from the receiver. There's absolutely nothing wrong with turning the volume control up, that's the way it's designed to be used with lower output sources. You don't actually have a power output question.

Apparently your DG910 isn't aware that it's connected to speakers rated at 4ohms while it's only officially rated for 8ohms, so it's been doing a fine job.

JohnK,I think you are right that power is not the root cause of the problem but I do have to run my receiver at maximum volume and it still is not quite load enough for my liking. I am considering buying the Denon 3808 but they are $3000 AUD here which is about $1900 USD. I guess I will just have to save up some money.

If you're running at max power and it is still not loud enough for your liking then I must respectfully disagree. Not enough power is the problem.

He just needs to turn the volume knob a little harder.

It sure sounds like you could do with a little more power. Too bad your current receiver does not have pre-outs.

Grant, you may want to check Aussie pricing on one of the less expensive HKs, Denons, Onkyos ect making sure it has preouts so that IF you feel it necessary, you can add an amp afterwards. You'd have to do the math to see if this works for you.

He should just tape an e-le-ven onto the volume dial.