I've still not resolved the issue with lower output levels from my 990/755. I did as suggested and manually recalibrated using a Radio Shack SPL meter. I set it for 0db on the 990 and an output of 75db at my listening position. This actually works out to be about 3db lower than the auto configuration settings the 990 came up with. I also set the sub crossover to 150hz for the rears since they are small Infinity speakers (admitted junk but working for now). At these settings, I had to run the 990 even hotter, +4db to get any significant output from the system. So, I went back to the auto configuration settings.

For comparison, I hooked my Yamaha RX-V795 back up and used the pre-outs to the 755. I got more of what I was expecting from it. During my testing of the 990 with the SPL meter, I ran the 990 up to max output, +8db playing a CD (Rush Hemispheres) and got 106db at my listening position. With the Yamaha, I got 108db at my listening position and only had the volume control on it at about 50% (sorry, Yamaha didn�t see fit to calibrate it�s volume control or I don�t have the display set to show it correctly). But, the 795 gave significantly louder output than the 990. It was more dynamic as well.

One last thing which I will check is the night setting on the 990. I didn�t specifically enable it but I will go back and double check that it is not engaged. After that, I�m going to have to call tech support.

I have to say, the sound quality of the 990/755 is very impressive. I was absolutely blown away by the sound of my phono. My vinyl albums have NEVER sounded better. Makes me want to go out and buy a new turntable.