Thanks for the comments. The Sony does have set-up for multi ch (levels, distance, size test tone) and I set it per the maual for my type of system. The Lexicon does as well. I have set all gains to maximum levels ( carefully using the master volume controller thereafter)
I agree with you that the sacd's tend to be recorded at lower levels, however my volume difference is 90%! The SPL's for all other formats and sacd 2 ch played thru the stereo pair analog inputs (numbers 1-5) are all fine (recognizing differences between formats). It appears to be in the sacd player 5.1 ch outputs to Lexicon 5.1 ch (input numbers 6,7,& 8 ) loop. This even puzzles the tech's at Lexicon, but they are investigating. Maybe the best way to determine whether or not it's the player or the pre-amp is by trial and error with another player. When I find the problem, I'll post the details.
Mike
I agree with you that the sacd's tend to be recorded at lower levels, however my volume difference is 90%! The SPL's for all other formats and sacd 2 ch played thru the stereo pair analog inputs (numbers 1-5) are all fine (recognizing differences between formats). It appears to be in the sacd player 5.1 ch outputs to Lexicon 5.1 ch (input numbers 6,7,& 8 ) loop. This even puzzles the tech's at Lexicon, but they are investigating. Maybe the best way to determine whether or not it's the player or the pre-amp is by trial and error with another player. When I find the problem, I'll post the details.
Mike