Active vs passive crossover


I think most of forumers in this plaftorm know what are active/passive crossover (essentially crossover before/after the amplification) and understand the pros and cons of them.  Some if not all might even agree the best sound reproduction solution is active crossover with DSP.  But, my question is, why the vast majority of companies in this industry still chooses the passive route.

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But, my question is, why the vast majority of companies in this industry still chooses the passive route

Maybe because they are old and established?

Maybe look at Buchart or Dutch-n-Dutch or Genelecs. And then listen and compare them to passive gear.

Both can sound great.

I am pretty sure I would go active if I was starting out now.