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Best Crossovers 2025

Top-rated crossovers 2025 - expert picks for every budget and skill level

Last updated: October 22, 2025 • Next update: October 29, 2025

PRICE RANGES: Under $200
SKILL LEVELS: For Beginner For Intermediate
GENRES & STYLES: For System Optimization For Frequency Management For Multi-Way Systems For Sound Quality
BRANDS: the t.racks
the t.racks DSP 408 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#1

the t.racks DSP 408

by the t.racks
Frequency Management System Optimization Multi-Way Systems
Key Feature:
• Improve overall system sound quality
✓ PROS
  • • Optimize frequency distribution to speakers
  • • Protect speakers from inappropriate frequencies
✗ CONS
  • • Additional cost and complexity
  • • Can introduce phase issues if set incorrectly

the t.racks DSP 408Digital Loudspeaker Management System4 XLR inputs8 XLR outputs96 kHz sampling rate32 Bit DSP24 Bit...

⭐ 4.6/5 (5 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 435194
$505
Buy at Thomann View Details
the t.racks DSP 204 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#2

the t.racks DSP 204

by the t.racks
Sound Quality Speaker Protection Frequency Management
Key Feature:
• Protect speakers from inappropriate frequencies
✓ PROS
  • • Professional system component
  • • Improve overall system sound quality
✗ CONS
  • • Additional cost and complexity
  • • Requires understanding of speaker specifications

the t.racks DSP 204Digital Loudspeaker Management System2 XLR inputs4 XLR outputs96 kHz sampling rate32 Bit DSP24 Bit...

⭐ 4.5/5 (50 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 435191
$328
Buy at Thomann View Details
DBX Driverack 260 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#3

DBX Driverack 260

by DBX
Multi-Way Systems Professional Install Frequency Management
Key Feature:
• Improve overall system sound quality
✓ PROS
  • • Optimize frequency distribution to speakers
  • • Protect speakers from inappropriate frequencies
✗ CONS
  • • May not be needed for simple systems
  • • Additional cost and complexity

DBX Driverack 260, Digital Speaker Management SystemWith the Drive Rack 260, dbx introduces a new loudspeaker...

⭐ 4.5/5 (26 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 161627
$988
Buy at Thomann View Details
the t.racks 8x8 Matrix - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#4

the t.racks 8x8 Matrix

by the t.racks
Frequency Management Multi-Way Systems System Optimization
Key Feature:
• Improve overall system sound quality
✓ PROS
  • • Protect speakers from inappropriate frequencies
  • • Professional system component
✗ CONS
  • • Additional cost and complexity
  • • May not be needed for simple systems

the t.racks 8x8 MatrixDigital 8x8 matrix processor8 In < - > 8 Out96 kHz sampling rate32 Bit DSP24-Bit AD/DA...

⭐ 4.8/5 (4 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 490507
$692
Buy at Thomann View Details
the t.racks DSP 206 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#5

the t.racks DSP 206

by the t.racks
Frequency Management Speaker Protection System Optimization
Key Feature:
• Essential for multi-driver speaker systems
✓ PROS
  • • Protect speakers from inappropriate frequencies
  • • Optimize frequency distribution to speakers
✗ CONS
  • • Can introduce phase issues if set incorrectly
  • • Requires technical knowledge to set up

the t.racks DSP 206Digital Speaker Management System2x XLR Inputs6x XLR Outputs96 kHz Sampling rate32-bit DSP24-bit...

⭐ 4.5/5 (21 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 435192
$351
Buy at Thomann View Details
the t.racks DSP 4x4 Mini - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#6

the t.racks DSP 4x4 Mini

by the t.racks
Sound Quality Multi-Way Systems Professional Install
Key Feature:
• Professional system component
✓ PROS
  • • Professional system component
  • • Essential for multi-driver speaker systems
✗ CONS
  • • Can introduce phase issues if set incorrectly
  • • Requires technical knowledge to set up

the t.racks DSP 4x4 MiniCompact 4-Channel DSPInputs: 4x 6.3 mm jack balancedOutputs: 6.3 mm jack balancedProgramming...

⭐ 4.9/5 (17 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 448459
$131
Buy at Thomann View Details
DBX 234 Xs - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#7

DBX 234 Xs

by DBX
Professional Install Frequency Management Multi-Way Systems
Key Feature:
• Protect speakers from inappropriate frequencies
✓ PROS
  • • Improve overall system sound quality
  • • Professional system component
✗ CONS
  • • May not be needed for simple systems
  • • Requires understanding of speaker specifications

DBX 234 XsActive Crossover3-Way stereo4-Way mono40 Hz low-cut filter for both channelsPhase reverse switch on all...

⭐ 4.5/5 (31 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 264757
$262
Buy at Thomann View Details
Behringer CX3400 Super X Pro V2 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#8

Behringer CX3400 Super X Pro V2

by Behringer
Sound Quality Frequency Management Multi-Way Systems
Key Feature:
• Improve overall system sound quality
✓ PROS
  • • Professional system component
  • • Optimize frequency distribution to speakers
✗ CONS
  • • Can introduce phase issues if set incorrectly
  • • Additional cost and complexity

Behringer CX3400 Super X Pro V2Active Crossover2 Respectively: 3-Way stereo or 4-way mono24 dB / octave Linkwitz-Riley...

⭐ 4.6/5 (53 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 448753
$163
Buy at Thomann View Details
LD Systems X 223 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#9

LD Systems X 223

by LD Systems
Multi-Way Systems Sound Quality System Optimization
Key Feature:
• Essential for multi-driver speaker systems
✓ PROS
  • • Essential for multi-driver speaker systems
  • • Improve overall system sound quality
✗ CONS
  • • May not be needed for simple systems
  • • Requires technical knowledge to set up

LD Systems X 223Active CrossoverStereo 2-way/Mono 3-wayFrequency range: 20 - 20000 HzDynamics: 106 dB2x High gain2x...

⭐ 4.9/5 (37 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 433971
$131
Buy at Thomann View Details
DBX 234s - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#10

DBX 234s

by DBX
Multi-Way Systems Speaker Protection System Optimization
Key Feature:
• Optimize frequency distribution to speakers
✓ PROS
  • • Professional system component
  • • Improve overall system sound quality
✗ CONS
  • • Requires understanding of speaker specifications
  • • May not be needed for simple systems

DBX 234sActive Crossover3-Way stereo4-Way monoBalanced input and output jacksx10 range switchPhase reverse switch on...

⭐ 4.6/5 (29 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 264754
$226
Buy at Thomann View Details
DBX 223 Xs - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#11

DBX 223 Xs

by DBX
Frequency Management Multi-Way Systems System Optimization
Key Feature:
• Essential for multi-driver speaker systems
✓ PROS
  • • Essential for multi-driver speaker systems
  • • Improve overall system sound quality
✗ CONS
  • • Requires understanding of speaker specifications
  • • May not be needed for simple systems

DBX 223 XsActive Crossover2-Way stereo or 3-way monoMono sub out24 dB / Octave Linkwitz-Riley filtersAdjustable input-...

⭐ 4.8/5 (56 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 264753
$218
Buy at Thomann View Details
the t.racks DSP 4x4 Mini Pro - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#12

the t.racks DSP 4x4 Mini Pro

by the t.racks
Speaker Protection Sound Quality Frequency Management
Key Feature:
• Optimize frequency distribution to speakers
✓ PROS
  • • Professional system component
  • • Improve overall system sound quality
✗ CONS
  • • May not be needed for simple systems
  • • Can introduce phase issues if set incorrectly

the t.racks DSP 4x4 Mini Pro4 Channel DSPVery compact constructionInputs: 4 x XLR balancedOutputs: 4 x XLR...

⭐ 4.6/5 (7 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 555772
$175
Buy at Thomann View Details
Behringer CX2310 Super X Pro V2 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#13

Behringer CX2310 Super X Pro V2

by Behringer
Speaker Protection Professional Install System Optimization
Key Feature:
• Improve overall system sound quality
✓ PROS
  • • Essential for multi-driver speaker systems
  • • Optimize frequency distribution to speakers
✗ CONS
  • • Requires technical knowledge to set up
  • • Can introduce phase issues if set incorrectly

Behringer CX2310 Super X Pro V2Crossover2-Way stereo or 3-way mono modeAdditional subwoofer outputLinkwitz-Riley filter...

⭐ 4.5/5 (5 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 448583
$109
Buy at Thomann View Details

How to Choose the Best Crossovers

Budget Planning

  • • Under $200: Entry-level
  • • $200-$500: Intermediate
  • • $500-$1000: Advanced
  • • $1000+: Professional

Quality Check

  • • Sound clarity & tone
  • • Build materials & finish
  • • Hardware durability
  • • Overall craftsmanship

Key Features

  • • Your musical style
  • • Skill level match
  • • Intended use case
  • • Brand reputation

Frequently Asked Questions

Key factors include build quality, sound characteristics, playability, brand reputation, warranty coverage, and value for money. Consider your musical style, skill level, and intended use to find the best match.
Budget depends on your needs and experience level. Beginners can find quality options for $200-500, intermediate players should consider $500-1500 range, while professionals often invest $1500+ for premium features.
Higher-priced crossovers typically offer better materials, craftsmanship, and performance. They're worth it if you're serious about music, perform regularly, or need professional-grade features.
Top brands combine quality, innovation, and reliability. We evaluate brands based on build quality, sound performance, durability, and customer satisfaction to recommend the best options for different budgets.
Both have advantages. Online offers better prices and selection, while stores allow hands-on testing. We recommend researching online first, then testing in stores if possible. Many online retailers offer excellent return policies.

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