I don't know the name of the feature, but I've encountered it in two different versions. When my Classe CAP-101 powered up, the volume would reset to zero and a 10-second countdown ensued before it could be increased. With the Wyred4Sound STI500-II, if the last volume used before powering down is at or below level "29," the volume starts at that level upon powering up. If the last volume is "30" or more, then the volume starts at level "23," a moderate level. I prefer Wyred's approach but never minded Classe's, thanks to having a remote so I didn't have to stand in front of the amp waiting to set the volume.
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.
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.