I'm curious. What is your "normal" listening volume?

between 90 and 95 decibels. I like it to have the same frequency balance as live music, which only happens when you crank it.

For me depends on the dynamic range and compression level of of what I'm listening to.

- Classical with many peaks...peaks over 90, average 50 - 60.

- Wall of sound rock / metal (Devin Townsend)...60 max.

- Small acoustic setting...60 - 70.

More during the day, less in the evening. 8 - 9 ft away from ML Ethos.

85 db usually for active listening. It’s enough to achieve a full soundstage and I admit my Magnepan .7s aren’t at their best at low volumes.

Great question. I measure this from my listening position. In a normal size room (12x15) I listen at 75dB. I used to listen at 10dB louder but that was a single-family home; now I'm in an apartment.

75-85dB in large open great room.