Low volume/sound output...

After applying the updates (iTunes(6.02) & OS X (10.4.4)) the volume on my iMac seems to be a lot lower than it was before. I now have to turn the volume up more than half way to get the same output I used to get when the volume was only turned up a quarter of the way.
Has anyone got any ideas please???
Things I have checked/tried so far:
* Reset PRAM
* Checked output volume in applications (mainly iTunes - also turned off sound check which is working by increasing the volume but that doesn't help because it was on before all the updates and the volume was louder)
* I'm running my own speakers via the headphones socket, checked the connection which is fine
* Checked the volume on the external speakers which has always been near Max
* As a last resort I have tried repairing permissions etc but the volume is still LOW
Really appreciate any input.
Thanks
-rvx

I'm having the same problem. I, also, recently downloaded the updates for iTunes (6.02) and OS X (10.4.4). I just downloaded music from itunes music store, and really noticed the problem when playing music on my ipod mini and over airTunes. I, also, checked the preferences in iTunes. I'm planning on calling Apple for ideas. If I learn of something I'll list it here.
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