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Surround processor with stereo analog outputs

My current system:

Wharfedale PI-10 powered by an Acurus A250
Custom Subs (2) powered by a second Acurus A250
Center and Rear speakers (Wharfedale) powered by an Acurus A200x3
Processor = Acurus ACT-3 (which has stereo sub outputs)

I bought the ACT-3 used and it’s starting to develop issues when using DTS and it’s also a little on the harsh side sonically. I’d like to upgrade but I’m having a hard time locating a good Surround Processor with stereo analog sub outputs. This is my main music system as well as the Home Theater system and I can live with mono subs for Home Theater but not for music listening. I know; “low frequency sounds aren’t directional and stereo subs aren’t necessary” (I’ve been hearing that for 2 decades) but I disagree. I’d also like something with a built-in crossover as the active crossovers I use for my subs aren’t the greatest. It looks like the Meridian 568 has the capability to utilize 3 separate channels for the subs and would hopefully be an improvement sonically. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks

Ctmorsejr (Threads | Answers | This Thread)

04-03-12

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04-03-12: Martykl
I'm not exactly sure about the "stereo analog" part of your requirements, but...

You will get two, line level, analog sub outputs from any 7.2 or 9.2 pre-pro...and there are many from Denon, Onkyo, Integra, Marantz, NAD, Anthem etc. These will also provide an internal x-over function (and room correction, to boot), however...

I don't know if the two sub signals are usually summed (i.e. not stereo) or stereo, and I do know that the x-over and room correction is usually managed in the digital domain. Therefore, I'm not sure if any of these these meet either of your requirements. If the digital x-over works for you, you might want to check w/the manufacturer to see if the sub outs maintain stereo integrity. It's quite possible that some do and others do not.

If you use primarily/exclusively digital source material, it's been my experience that the Onkyo/Integra units produce excellent results for music.
Martykl (Reviews | Threads | Answers | This Thread)

04-03-12 None of these are "stereo" or derived from indepen ... Kr4

04-03-12 I think arcam's have 2 sub outputs. Jdodmead

04-03-12 I have been using a 2004 model nad t-773 receiver with an ac ... Willland

04-04-12 Thanks for all of the input. martykl: that's the issue i'm ... Ctmorsejr

04-04-12 I have a spare x-30 if you decide you want one. kal Kr4

04-05-12 Kal, i looked online and it appears to support 2 subs in st ... Ctmorsejr

04-05-12 Send me a pm. i will check the unit on saturday to confirm. ... Kr4

04-05-12 Ctmorsejr, keep in mind that it is by no means a given that ... Edorr

04-09-12 Edorr, thanks for the input. it's good to hear from someone ... Ctmorsejr

04-09-12 Fwiw, i checked the paradigm x-30 and i doubt that it has st ... Kr4