Can Yamaha RX-V2700 bi-amp with external amplifier?

[Derelict]

I am interested in purchasing the RX-V2700 and after some research have found that it can bi-amp the internal amplifiers to drive a pair of main speakers. My upgrade path after the Yamaha would be to get a dedicated external amp and use the Yamaha for sound processing. So the question I have is this, would the "bi-amp" setting apply to the pre-outs on the back of the Yamaha receiver too? In essence could I buy a seven channel amplifier and run four channels to the mains(bi-amped) and the other three as surrounds and center?

On a side note, I am also going to get a Paradigm Studio CC-590 to match my 60 fronts, and I was curious to know if the CC-590 could be bi-amped (does it have double binding posts?) and if anyone here has experience with bi-amping a center channel for movies and would be willing to share their thoughts?

Thanks in advance!

 

[ParadigmDawg]

I cant help you with the Yammy but the 590 does have two sets of binding posts so it can be bi-amped.

 

[Derelict]

Well, that is one question answered at least

Thanks!

 

[jcPanny]

Bi-amp connections

For biamping the mains from any receiver you can use an RCA splitter to connect a single pre-amp output on the receiver to both amp channel inputs. Skip the receiver biamp setting encase you want to power a set of Zone 2 speakers.