Yes i do like it loud ,but I picked these up at a hockshop in '97 so I don't know how they were treated prior to that time.They,ve been run on some Audio Research separates and an older Denon integrated amp,but ran into too many problems with second hand stuff.The sound was infinitely better on either of these,but what I,m looking for is advice on separates to start with.It may take me awhile to finish ,but the music is all that matters.I,d even consider refurbished goods as long as they come from a reputable dealer