You said it Magfan! Speaker impedance should be studied/viewed uisng *both* the impedance & phase curves. The phase angle lets the user know what sort of real-time strain will be put on the amp.
If users do not like passive x-overs, they are free to try active x-overs. There are many examples in the market + many more from various speaker manuf.
If you choose to stick with passive x-overs, then, large L & C values are needed. Just the physics of the matter!
Boothroyd-Stuart Meridian's method for active speakers using digital technology is supposed to be the best-in-class tho' I have not heard any of their speakers.
ATC's method of active speakers is your other choice. Many people like their sound (implying they like their design & the sound of their in-built amps). Maybe you will like them too?
If users do not like passive x-overs, they are free to try active x-overs. There are many examples in the market + many more from various speaker manuf.
If you choose to stick with passive x-overs, then, large L & C values are needed. Just the physics of the matter!
Boothroyd-Stuart Meridian's method for active speakers using digital technology is supposed to be the best-in-class tho' I have not heard any of their speakers.
ATC's method of active speakers is your other choice. Many people like their sound (implying they like their design & the sound of their in-built amps). Maybe you will like them too?