A limiter sets a ceiling, at which point it starts to "turn down" the power. But it's way more complicated.
How fast? There are hard and soft limiters. Really hard limiters are known as "brick wall" limiters. And more worms in the can after that.
Soft limiters are more gradual, hard ones the opposite.
But I think a limiter for home stereo...well, my honest reaction is "ugh!".
Just don't push the amp. No band aids needed.
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