It even lends more credence to the rumor that inexpensive receivers have a non-linear vol control giving lots more volume in the early stages of travel.

So that when the "Great Unwashed" while standing there twiddeling controls at the local B&M can get a good impression of the very "Powerfull" amp that gets so loud so fast and outdoes all the others!

Must really, really be loud at max!!

Hey,....a good marketing gimmic!!