I have a Node 3, SMSL DAC, 2 powered speakers and 2 powered subs. From the DAC I have one coaxial cable to each speaker and sub. The speakers use the 2 RCA outputs, and the Subs use the 2 XLR outputs. Works well. Since the DAC in the Node is bypassed, I assume that the speaker and sub outs on the Node are disabled. All of the audio controls on the Node are disabled, so I control the volume on the DAC.
2 subs connected to a 2 channel amp?
To hook up 2 subs to a 2 channel amp, does that mean I need 3 pairs of cables from the left and the right? One pair to the speaker per side and then to each sub?
That seems like a crap load of cables.
Has anyone ever done anything like this?