No matter how much I turn it up the music sounds right and never loud. It grows and swells filling the space and I can feel the impact, but it never sounds pushed or “loud”.I totally agree. I'm playing louder than normal (about +10db) as well and the sound only becomes fuller - never strained nor distorted. And while playing at higher than my normal volume, I can hear more of the delicate details and dynamics of this excellent DAC.
I live in Vero Beach, FL. If anyone would like to have a listen, you're more than welcome to come by. Or, I can come to you and bring the EVO - I love hearing different systems and meeting people.