I took some benchmark readings on my 2095 and found that at the 70db reference level (test tones calibrated to 70db which showed about -38db on the volume dial) my SPL did not register any hiss (<50db) but there was hiss audible with my ear to the tweeters in all 5 channels. This was consistent with all DSP modes and input sources. I then dialed the volume up to -20db, a point where you really can't hear yourself think, and the hiss was then audible from about 6-12 inches away from each speaker but I still was showing <50db for the mains and center but 52db for the surrounds.

I will test the 950 tonight, at refernce and at -20db to get a good comparison. To me the levels I am hearing right now don't seem to be that bad.......we'll see with the 950.