Audigy 2 ZS random sound volume cha

I've had an Audigy 2 ZS for some time now, and I've just installed Inspire p5800 5. speakers. With the regular single-channel computer speakers, everything was fine. After installing the 5. speakers, the volume will randomly reduce. I can still hear the sound, but it's very quiet.
I've checked the wiring. I've followed the procedure to uninstall and reinstall everything. Nothing has changed.
Thank you.

Well, as no one responded, I take it this issue was something undocumented. I've found that the issue wasn't with wiring or my card, but with power. It seems the speakers lose power, and as a result, the sound fades. The sound can be brought back by flicking the volume control, but usually the sound will still fade. I'm not exactly sure how to fix this, though, as the sound still varies.
Unplugging the center speaker gave the whole system a boost. Does anyone know a solution to this? I'm going to check my surge protector and reorganize the plugs. If someone knows, please reply.
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