Hmmm....
A 36 dB increase from what level? There's gotta be a reference point somewhere, right? And the frequency(ies) of attenuation might be better info to provide also.
But quick advice would be to check the disc vs. another. I'm sure SOMEBODY else besides you bought it. Distortion, rather than dB level might also be the problem. Whether produced by source, software, or amplifier (gain stages, yep!), the distortion is much harder for the amplifier to control than a clean over-emphasized recording.
Threatening the speaker manufacturer with negative newsgroup postings might get you some sympathy. Or maybe organizing a petition if enough people have actually had damage occur, you could contact the disc manufacturer. Keep accurate records either way. I'm curious.
As with most software, I would assume that the manufacturer only warantees the product, NOT the aftermath. Or connected components.
Back to the 36 dB issue.... WHERE did you hear this?
And lastly, if the SPL was enough for you to consider hearing damage..... Maybe you have a class action lawsuit on your hands. George Lucas probably has some mighty deep pockets. Of course, he might counter-sue because your Utopias aren't THX-Ultra II rated. Nor was the amp or the cables.
A 36 dB increase from what level? There's gotta be a reference point somewhere, right? And the frequency(ies) of attenuation might be better info to provide also.
But quick advice would be to check the disc vs. another. I'm sure SOMEBODY else besides you bought it. Distortion, rather than dB level might also be the problem. Whether produced by source, software, or amplifier (gain stages, yep!), the distortion is much harder for the amplifier to control than a clean over-emphasized recording.
Threatening the speaker manufacturer with negative newsgroup postings might get you some sympathy. Or maybe organizing a petition if enough people have actually had damage occur, you could contact the disc manufacturer. Keep accurate records either way. I'm curious.
As with most software, I would assume that the manufacturer only warantees the product, NOT the aftermath. Or connected components.
Back to the 36 dB issue.... WHERE did you hear this?
And lastly, if the SPL was enough for you to consider hearing damage..... Maybe you have a class action lawsuit on your hands. George Lucas probably has some mighty deep pockets. Of course, he might counter-sue because your Utopias aren't THX-Ultra II rated. Nor was the amp or the cables.