Axiom Home Page Forums General Discussion Technical Questions EP350: Balanced Input? Cross-over ability w/ M3s?

Hello everyone!

So, my questions are regarding the EP350.

Looking at the spec sheet, it does not have balanced in and outputs. However, if i look at the EP350 amp plate photo, it features XLR in and out. Doesn't that refer to balanced in and output?

Finally, I'm considering either the EP350 or the EP500 to go in a 2 channel setup with my M3 v3 speakers. My vintage Marantz 2235B receiver doesn't have a 'bass management' system. I was planning on using a Y RCA cable from it's Pre-Amp Outputs to the subwoofer's 1/4" phone input. I'm new to this and figuring it out as I go along... but I'm wondering, without some sort of bass management system on the receiver (other than the bass/mid/treble dials), will i have trouble blending the EP350 with my M3 speakers if I only have 80Hz and 150Hz cross-over on the EP350 to play with? I think the EP500 might be overkill for my needs, otherwise (15' x 11' x 9' room, though would like to have ability for larger room in the future).

Thanks for the help!