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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. 


snapsnap

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snapsnap OP
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It was the discussion here about the swarm & distributed bass that got me thinking about it.  I already have the two Satterbergs so I'd like to use them if possible along with 2 new subs.

Bjesien - Thanks for the link to the adapter - I anticipate the new subs will have speaker level input capability but if not it could be useful. 
snapsnap OP
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Thank you all for the advice - seems like I'll have to go either passive or active rather than a combination. 
I will have to do some research on what amp would be suitable for subwoofer duty, and how many are required to drive multiple passive subs. On that point, will the additional amp(s) be connected to the main amp or to the preamp? 
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