I recently picked up a SACD player and have been playing with the hookup. I noticed that the volume seemed to be down between the Direct 5.1 and digital connection. After careful measuring I found that Direct 5.1 is 4 db quieter than going through digital. I assume this is normal? It's strange when you expect a certain volume at given setting and when it doesn't happen you feel anxious about turning it up to achieve the same level. When I approach 60db on the volume scale I get real anxious; looking for a puff of smoke from the reciever. I usually have my comfort zone at 40 - 50 (depending upon source being played). I wonder if the 200W amp or even the supposedly new 100W amp would make difference?