"Audiophiles haven't embraced the concept yet so the manufacturers are providing what the market demands."
Actually, for the most part, most manufacturers are not targeting "audiophiles" - which make up only a small percentage of the market. Passive speakers are less fuss, easier and cheaper to make. The market, in general, just want's descent sound. All those extra expensive active speakers with extra cables and fuss are harder to market, more expensive to make a profit from, etc.
There are some excellent active speakers out there. Most people are never even exposed to them, or are not edjucated on the benefits. Thus, why spend $8k for an NHT 2.0 active speaker setup, when you can buy some B&W's for $350/pr + $500 subwoofer?
Well it all comes down to marketing. Heck, just look at Bose...
Actually, for the most part, most manufacturers are not targeting "audiophiles" - which make up only a small percentage of the market. Passive speakers are less fuss, easier and cheaper to make. The market, in general, just want's descent sound. All those extra expensive active speakers with extra cables and fuss are harder to market, more expensive to make a profit from, etc.
There are some excellent active speakers out there. Most people are never even exposed to them, or are not edjucated on the benefits. Thus, why spend $8k for an NHT 2.0 active speaker setup, when you can buy some B&W's for $350/pr + $500 subwoofer?
Well it all comes down to marketing. Heck, just look at Bose...