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subwoofer advice

I would like to incorporate two or more subwoofers into my stereo setup using one or two powered subs (to be purchased) and a pair of Satterberg passive subwoofers that I already own.  My thought was to use a splitter to connect both my speakers and a powered sub to the speaker out of the amplifier (mc2505). 

Is it then possible to connect the passive subs to the powered subs in such a way that they are being powered by the active sub amplifier, rather than the main stereo amplifier?

If so, is it a good idea, and what features do I need to look for in purchasing the powered sub(s).

Any help/suggestions would be most appreciated. 


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mijostyn, I use two QSC PLX 3602 amps to drive 4 subwoofers.
I have a PLX 2402 that I purchased new. I've used it solely to power two Bag End Bass cabinets for instrument amplification.
From day one what I thought to be noise from a power supply is actually a noticeable fan noise upon powering up.

Bag End informed me there are surface mounted thermal sensors for each channel. Since PLX has reached legacy status they no longer supply or support the product.
I'm thinking a low noise fan replacement with a similar air flow.

Your experience or any thoughts?    
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