One speaker putting out -3db less?

These are all great points. I used a handheld spl meter in the center and moved my balance left and right.It's a noticeable difference. I noticed my soundstage had moved slightly to the left, particularly the vocals, that's what caused me to check it. I'll do a orw thorough check later tonight. Also, don't know if this could have done something, but I've suddenly had a terrible static issue. I grabbed my speaker a couple of tims now to adjust it and been shocked to the point it sounded like my cd skipped.

You need to use white noise to test and mono if playing music.

Look for a tweeter that is not working.

Make sure the connectors are all clean and tight.

Use contact cleaner and clean the volume and balance controls. Shut off power and twist knobs multiple times.

The speaker cable length, if different, is inconsequential.

If you've had "terrible static", definately unplug all of your equipment, wait a minute, and plug it back in. You might be quite pleased with the result.

04-13-10: Audiofeil
The speaker cable length, if different, is inconsequential.
Audiofeil (Threads | Answers)

Likely right, but there could be a difference, if slight, depending on the length discrepancy and cable specs. Being a forum and asking for advice, I'll chalk it up to 'covering all the bases'.