> The biggest problem at many parties is an endless escalation of volume. If you know how to fix this, let me know As an engineer, I have to say, the answer is

> The biggest problem at many parties is an endless escalation of volume. If you know how to fix this, let me know As an engineer, I have to say, the answer is obvious: simply install a siren that goes off when average volume over a period of time is too high.