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Why do crossovers do more harm than good???

Think I got down why unless it's an expensive parametric EQ that basic tone controls or none at all are better than graphic EQ but was thinking that if bi-amping latterally is supposed to be better than not bi-amping why don't more manufacturers make active crossovers and let's incorporate them into their pre-amps?As opposed to letting both amps handle full frequency spectrum?I have a set of bi-amp/biwire Gallos and was thinking of adding a sub.Why would a unit like a Bryston or other manufaturer improve the sonics more signal path and wirring nonwithstanding?If I did want to explore this option any other good manfacturers to consider?
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rwwear
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In my experience, most electronic crossovers add grain and distortion to the mids and highs. If your satelites have their own low frequency protection or can play at reasonably
high sound levels, then you should only use the crossover on the sub for best fidelity.
rwwear
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Neubilder, I wasn't refering to systems like yours that are completely active and designed from the ground up by the manufacturer. I'm talking about adding a sub to speakers with passive crossovers and using the Hi pass filter in the sub which is usually grainy sounding. I prefer to run my speakers full range and just use the low pass filter for the sub.
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