Is there a pre-amp not processor with a sub out?


I'm creating a class "A" system with a velodyne 18 sub & Ultima Gems, and the position of the sub is too far away from the preamp to be cost effective (Running interconnects from the preamp to the sub and then back to the amp) and I won't use speaker connections. Is there a class "A" preamp that has the cross-over built into it (subwoofer output)?
Thanks
funkydog

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I've had good luck with running RCA interconnects directly to the sub. Then, using the other pre-amp RCA connection or XLR out to the power amp(s). That avoids the need to run interconnects from the sub to the amp or back to the preamp. The full bandwidth goes to both the sub (which is designed to handle it) and the power amp. You avoid a cross-over so get a cleaner signal to the amp. Virtually all class A preamps would allow that configuration.
A second suggestion is to utilize an outboard cross-over (lots of companies build these -- like Bryston -- or a great DIY project). One interconnect to the outboard and then two or three outputs -- low to sub, higher to amp(s).
The first suggestion is less expensive and, unless your ears tell you otherwise, could do the job. Good luck.