It could pop with a less powerful amp. I think a lot of people who have concerns about this sort of thing make use of voltage limiters. If you're using p.a. equipment, you may already have a limiter.

I know it can be done. I'm seeking guidance on how not to blow my speakers or my amp. I have two pairs of 8 ohm speakers (front and back surround), along with an 8 ohm center speaker, connected to my ...