While researching HT Receivers I noticed onr feature the Onkyo line have is "Intellivolume." This feature allows you to adjust input levels to even out volume differentials. Can anybody advise me if any other Brands have this same feature?
Decades ago it was a fairly common item on better equipment. Back then it was done with trim pots and human intelligence. It is occasionally found on higher priced gear today. There's not too much need since the digital sources of today all output more or less the same voltage. Unless you are running a turntable, there shouldn't be extreme differences in level between most sources. As a rule, any circuit which makes a decision for you can often be viewed with suspicion as to what it is doing to the signal in other ways.
Right now I have an older Kenwood VR-410. It has been excellent, except when changing between inputs their is quite a difference. I.E. FM-Loud DVD-Soft Cable Box-Normal Etc. Can you see what I mean? Any suggestions?
Kerwood, the older receiver isn,t expecting the varied inputs which it is now seeing. Just that way. New stuff expects all that jazz and is ready to trip or gain for somewhat more level delivery. With questionable electronics in the path, yes.