The sound was very laid back with levels at 0 db even with increased volume. Since both me and my wife like the Martin Logan and Paradigm Studio type of sound very much,this was very disappointing. I do not know the science behind it, but after increasing the levels, the sound became much more detailed, almost indistinguishable from Paradigm.

By the way, is there any harm in turning up the levels? I mean am I damaging any equipment?