There are settings to control the dynamic range, at least for Dolby soundtracks. I have all dynamic range compression disabled, so I do get the HUGE explosions.

You may want to look for the DRC setting in your player (if using PCM output), or receiver if being sent a bitstream.

Pioneer PDP-5020FD, Marantz SR6011
Axiom M5HP, VP160HP, QS8
Sony PS4, surround backs
-Chris