B&K reference 30 preamp

I just finished putting together my new home theater system.I am running a b&k reference 30 preamp,ati 2505 amp and all m&k speakers(s125 and a mx350 sub).My question is for anyone out there that uses a B&K reference 30 preamp.It seams like I have to turn the volume up too high to get the sound where I want it(between -14 and -8).On the b&k the volume goes from -96 all the way up to +15.I dont even get any notice able sound til the volume reaches in the -60 range.The amp has plenty of power (250w at 8 ohms).Any one out there that has used a B&K 30 ,what volume range did you do most of your listening.I know there are lots of variables(speakers,cables,amps,dvd players and so on).Thanks