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Low output / just ok sound?

Just started experimenting with Hi Rez downloads. I have a few from Acoustic Sounds, HD Tracks and Sound Liason. I am using Windows 7 pro using the Asio driver setting outputting via USB to an Oppo 105D. What I have noticed is I must use what I think is a significant more amount of volume to match the levels from the cd output of the 105. The downloads sound ok but not as good as by best SACD or CD's. Other than upgrading the above equipment is there anything I can do? Is the lower output normal.Any suggestions would be appreciated.
Thanks
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zd542
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Volume differences between sources is very common, so there may be nothing wrong. That said, make sure you disable all software volume controls. Also, to do a really good comparison, you should use the same exact album. Try ripping one of your CD's and compare that rip to the CD you made it from.
zd542
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"I have not listened to a ripped cd for some time but I don't think there is a difference with them."

You need to try everything or you'll never fix the problem. Who knows what kind of processing was done to the downloads you bought?

Make sure that nothing in your system is using replay gain. If something is, disable it.
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