Most people have enough application for their main speakers, and usually don't have an extra amplifier to drive a sub. So that's one reason. The other reason is, by integrating an amplifier, The manufacturer can control The final product better. The integrated amplifier in the subwoofer may not be winning any awards per se, but it should be well chisen to get the desired results with that particular sub. There are manufacturers who make passive subwoofers, but they are definitely less popular. Wilson audio makes two subwoofers, and I believe both are passive! But be prepared to pay a fortune for them. In the end I think an amplified subwoofer is not a bad thing despite your concerns over the quality of the amps inside.
I have an uber awesome amp, why buy a speaker with a built in woofer sub-woofer amp
I'm wondering why there is a market for awesome speakers that have built in sub woofer amps - e.g. Triton 1,2,3 ; ZuAudio Definition and so many others.
As far as I know built in amps are almost never put under the reviewers microscope. So while the amp and speakers I purchase may well have been, the amp inside the speaker isn't.
So, if I have a really good amp and I'm looking for a good pair of speakers, why would I (anyone) want a set of speakers with a built-in amp, especially one of unknown quality?
As far as I know built in amps are almost never put under the reviewers microscope. So while the amp and speakers I purchase may well have been, the amp inside the speaker isn't.
So, if I have a really good amp and I'm looking for a good pair of speakers, why would I (anyone) want a set of speakers with a built-in amp, especially one of unknown quality?