Does loudness play a part in your appreciation?

Around 70/75db  seems to be a sweet spot. Appropriatley loud for most music. The lower it is the less resolution. Turning down the volume knob is like stepping down on the brake pedal. Less of everything. Low level listening is ok for background low resolution music.

At parties there are moments, later in the evening after a few shots, that a few songs get played 'hard' at loud volume. I admit I love the tightness of the bass and over all sound is impressive but only for a minute or two for demonstration. It is fun!

There’s always a certain volume level that each of us achieves for one's correct amount of bloom for an enjoyable listening session.

I tend to roll in the 65-75db in my small room and 75db can be quite loud but it sure does sound good.

Low volume is for elevator music. 75 to 80 db hits the spot and is still easy on the ears.