would it still

Tried out an ARC LS 3 pre amp a bit ago mated to an Aragon 2004 amp but, using the mute control on the LS 3(when starting up and shutting down) produced a poping in the Apgoee speakers even though the sound was great with the 2004/LS 3! I didn't have any trouble with the Aragon 18K pre I was using with the 2004 at the time. Flash forward, I've since had the house rewired (new box to proper code now) and am thinking about an LS 3 again but this time mating with an ARC amp.
Should I be in fear that the same thing would happen still again (popping the speakers)? I don't want to incur any damage to the speakers and my outlets are properly grounded and incorperate Oyaide outlets now. Knowledgeable opinions would sure help me out! Thanks :{