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What is this feature?

My reference amp, an integrated Myryad, once turned on reverts the volume to a very low decibel level hence removing the dreaded "did I just blow out my speaker moment?"
All of my other amps do not have this feature. Is there a name for it? Any negatives to it other than an added complication? Thanks. 
jpwarren58
jpwarren58 OP
604 posts
 
Strange it was never marketed with a name or patented?
winoguy17
1,080 posts
 
 Modwright LS100 also sets volume back to zero when powered up.
8044drussell
93 posts
 
On my Anthem A/V receiver, I can pre-set startup volume for each input, IIRC.

On my Gato pre, "When the preamplifier enters standby mode again it will remember the selected input channel and volume level. If the volume level is higher than 50, it will be reduced to 50 when the preamplifier exits standby mode."
anton99
54 posts
 
The Belles Aria integrated amp goes directly to Mute upon turning on. 
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barts
674 posts
 
My ARC pre stays in mute on power up 'till you request it kick ass!
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