Most of the power strip/ surge protectors I have seen only allow 15 amps to pass through them. Most homes have 15 amp circuits feeding multiple outlets. If the Panamax is tripping out now and you plugged directly into the wall the circuit breaker will probably trip, too.

Best bet is to do what Gonk suggested and try to find a different circuit.

As far as blowing up the subs are concerned you should try blowing a cappucino machine!!!