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Surround processor with stereo analog outputs
FWIW, I checked the Paradigm X-30 and I doubt that it has stereo subwoofer outputs. First, there is no mention of such an option. Second, its 2 inputs are marked L + R and its HP outputs are marked L + R but its LP subwoofer outputs are marked 1 +... 
RCA vs optical cable?
First, optical cables do not have a 75ohm impedance. That is a spec for electrical cables but standard RCA audio cables are not 75ohms. Only digital audio cables are or should be.Second, you cannot connect these two types of cables to the same jac... 
Surround processor with stereo analog outputs
Send me a PM. I will check the unit on Saturday to confirm.Kal 
Surround processor with stereo analog outputs
I have a spare X-30 if you decide you want one.Kal 
Surround processor with stereo analog outputs
None of these are "stereo" or derived from independent sources. In all of these, the two sub outputs are driven from the same signal, even though some will permit different distance and level settings for each output.There are some processors that... 
need a new processor
Frogman,You can patch up a system as you propose but you misunderstand the function of a bypass. It is the stereo preamp that needs the function, not the HT processor.Kal 
HT Processor Failing, any ideas on Multi Channel P
The McCormack is ideal for that as is the Sony TA-P9000ES. I'd rather use HDMI anyway.Kal 
toslink/s/pdif fussy
Yes, HDMI is a poorly conceived design. However, I don't see how this is relevant to the OP's problems.Kal 
toslink/s/pdif fussy
Depends on what they are connected to. What are they? 
need a new processor
But how does it sound to you? Clearly, this is not a modern prepro and you are missing many features, imho, but the bottom line is whether it sounds good to you. 
B&W speakers with Marantz Model 7 amp?
The Marantz 7 is a preamp, not a power amp. The usual mate was the 8 or 8b or a pair of 9s.Kal 
Bi-amp question
yes, with hindsight I can see that deserves clarification. Indeed if I hadn't posted that in such a hurry I would have reworded it. I don't speak with authority on this - it's simply my experience, with my system.I don't know how, or even if thay ... 
Bi-amp question
"I'm doing vertical passive biamp on one of my systems and it does perform better than other single amp configurations, but the speakers are unique in that they take advantage of it. "Can you explain how the speakers are designed to take advantage... 
NAD M5 died with op.59 No.3
I was trying to focus in on the possible location of the problem. Can you try the S/PDIF? 
2 channel priority in HT Processor...who's is best
Yes. I was wondering why anyone would care about running "a preamp at near full power?"