WAIT!!! I remembered that I tried a different pre-amp signal also. I used a standard I-Pod Nano 4GB with a line out to dual RCA plug and it still farted under higher volumes. I have a HUGE feeling it is my luxman amp right now. If you remember, the amp NEVER got as hot as it is now, ever. Period.

Wow, the response time is incredible on this forum. This looks like a solid bunch of guys over here. Thank you!