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Personal Media Review - A2/A5 - Best Stationary
iPod Sound System
"(Audioengine) doesn't market the A2 as an iPod-specific sound system, but it works beautifully that way. At one-third the size of the $349 Audioengine A5, these compact speakers still sound so full you'll be looking around for a secret subwoofer under the desk. If you're up for spending $150 more, get the Audioengine A5 ($349) instead. More lows, more power, more everything. I don't think you will find better sound for the price and you definitely won't find anything better looking."
iPod Sound System
"(Audioengine) doesn't market the A2 as an iPod-specific sound system, but it works beautifully that way. At one-third the size of the $349 Audioengine A5, these compact speakers still sound so full you'll be looking around for a secret subwoofer under the desk. If you're up for spending $150 more, get the Audioengine A5 ($349) instead. More lows, more power, more everything. I don't think you will find better sound for the price and you definitely won't find anything better looking."
Maximum PC - A5 - Best of the Best 2007 (Best Speakers)
"2007 was a good year for speakers, with a number of great systems going through the Lab¹s sonic chamber. TBI¹s passive Majestic Diamond I and B&W¹s incredible Zeppelin were both exceptional. But we¹re giving the nod to the Audioengine 5 bookshelf system, which combines outstanding character with features that render it useful for nearly any application."
"2007 was a good year for speakers, with a number of great systems going through the Lab¹s sonic chamber. TBI¹s passive Majestic Diamond I and B&W¹s incredible Zeppelin were both exceptional. But we¹re giving the nod to the Audioengine 5 bookshelf system, which combines outstanding character with features that render it useful for nearly any application."
What Hi-Fi? - A5 - Best Active Speakers
"If you want to play music from an MP3 player or a computer but baulk at the reduction in sound quality that seems to come as standard with many MP3 speaker systems, the A5 could be for you. It's a pair of active speakers with 45 watts per channel, two 3.5mm audio inputs on the left speaker plus a USB output, handily located on top, a pair of pre-outs for a sub and a mains AC output for use with Apple's Airport Express. Like all standmounts they perform best on stands, producing a rich, expressive sound throughout the range, with a solid underpinning of bass. Add good timing and a balanced stereo image, and this is instant hi-fi."
"If you want to play music from an MP3 player or a computer but baulk at the reduction in sound quality that seems to come as standard with many MP3 speaker systems, the A5 could be for you. It's a pair of active speakers with 45 watts per channel, two 3.5mm audio inputs on the left speaker plus a USB output, handily located on top, a pair of pre-outs for a sub and a mains AC output for use with Apple's Airport Express. Like all standmounts they perform best on stands, producing a rich, expressive sound throughout the range, with a solid underpinning of bass. Add good timing and a balanced stereo image, and this is instant hi-fi."
Boston Herald - A5 Best Speaker of the Year
“The best speaker of the year is Audioengine 5. More than 50 new speakers were put to the test this year, but there wasn’t the need for a ‘listening-off’ to pick the winner. These matching bookshelf speakers, the first product offered by Audioengine — blew away all rivals in terms of audio excellence.”
“The best speaker of the year is Audioengine 5. More than 50 new speakers were put to the test this year, but there wasn’t the need for a ‘listening-off’ to pick the winner. These matching bookshelf speakers, the first product offered by Audioengine — blew away all rivals in terms of audio excellence.”
Enjoy the Music - A5 "Great Audio Gift" Award
"Audioengine has designed an audiophile quality self-powered monitor loudspeaker for the Apple iPod, Microsoft Zune, portable CD players, and other devices. The Audioengine 5 provides extremely impressive sound for such a diminutive price."
"Audioengine has designed an audiophile quality self-powered monitor loudspeaker for the Apple iPod, Microsoft Zune, portable CD players, and other devices. The Audioengine 5 provides extremely impressive sound for such a diminutive price."
Audioengine 5 Wins Home Theater's RAVE (Recognizing Audio Video Excellence) Award for "Best Entry-Level Speaker System"
Granted solely on the basis of the product's review in Home Theater, magazine and online, each RAVE Award recipient is chosen by the reviewer who spent at least one month with the product evaluating its performance, value, ergonomics, and features. Also featured?in the May 2007 issue of Home Theater Magazine.
Granted solely on the basis of the product's review in Home Theater, magazine and online, each RAVE Award recipient is chosen by the reviewer who spent at least one month with the product evaluating its performance, value, ergonomics, and features. Also featured?in the May 2007 issue of Home Theater Magazine.
Audio Video Revolution - A5 Review
"Features and performance bely the speakers' humble price tag. Highly recommended."
"Features and performance bely the speakers' humble price tag. Highly recommended."
ExtremeTech Podcast - A5 Review
Tech Winners and Losers and CES 2009 - A5 coverage starts at 02:15
Tech Winners and Losers and CES 2009 - A5 coverage starts at 02:15
iPhoneWorld - A5 Review
"How many ways can you say wow? The whole setup screams quality."
"How many ways can you say wow? The whole setup screams quality."
Modsynergy - A5 Review
"This is what I’ve been missing all these years. The A5's have made my introduction into high-end audio a pleasurable experience and for that reason, deserves an Editor's Choice Award!"
"This is what I’ve been missing all these years. The A5's have made my introduction into high-end audio a pleasurable experience and for that reason, deserves an Editor's Choice Award!"
Green Building Product Dealer - A5N Review
"In my environment the Audioengine’s A5Ns (MSRP $449) have displaced a competing powered multimedia system, and caused me to shoo another pair of very respected bookshelf speakers out the door. In the end, the bamboo enclosure is simply my kind of icing on my kind of cake."
"In my environment the Audioengine’s A5Ns (MSRP $449) have displaced a competing powered multimedia system, and caused me to shoo another pair of very respected bookshelf speakers out the door. In the end, the bamboo enclosure is simply my kind of icing on my kind of cake."
Positive Feedback - A5 Review
"I've really enjoyed my time with the A5's. I like them for their detailed, highly enjoyable sound, and I love the fact that you can easily employ them in a variety of situations."
"I've really enjoyed my time with the A5's. I like them for their detailed, highly enjoyable sound, and I love the fact that you can easily employ them in a variety of situations."
What's on iPhone - A5 Review
"I’d choose the A5s for their balanced sound and for their ability to be separated..."
"I’d choose the A5s for their balanced sound and for their ability to be separated..."
Sound & Vision - A5 Review
"The Audioengine A5 was my fave of the four. It has the features I need (two inputs and USB charging) and omits things I don't need (yet another remote). These speakers' smooth sound instantly won me over, and their natural midrange cemented the deal."
"The Audioengine A5 was my fave of the four. It has the features I need (two inputs and USB charging) and omits things I don't need (yet another remote). These speakers' smooth sound instantly won me over, and their natural midrange cemented the deal."
Stereophile Magazine -A5/A2 coverage at the Stereophile Home Entertainment Show 2007
"Several of Stereophile's editors were excited about the compact and inexpensive Audioengine 5 amplified speakers ($349/pair), which were bringing forth some sweet sounds playing files directly from a laptop. New to the Audioengine line is the tiny 2 (seen here, $199/pair), which offered a sound surprisingly similar to that of its bigger brother. The music was clean and clear, and conveyed an emotion that belied the speaker's size."
"Several of Stereophile's editors were excited about the compact and inexpensive Audioengine 5 amplified speakers ($349/pair), which were bringing forth some sweet sounds playing files directly from a laptop. New to the Audioengine line is the tiny 2 (seen here, $199/pair), which offered a sound surprisingly similar to that of its bigger brother. The music was clean and clear, and conveyed an emotion that belied the speaker's size."
The Real HT Info - A5/A2 Review (Podcast)
"Small speakers making great sound. Really solid, accurate audio with an excellent soundstage. Your iPod speaker dock just became your iDoorstop. The ultimate office or bedroom system."
"Small speakers making great sound. Really solid, accurate audio with an excellent soundstage. Your iPod speaker dock just became your iDoorstop. The ultimate office or bedroom system."
Surfbits - A5 Review
"The highs were clear. the mids were full, and the bass was tight without a lot of that mushy thumping I've heard on virtually every other speaker in this price range. I played a variety of music styles through it and they all sounded very good."
"The highs were clear. the mids were full, and the bass was tight without a lot of that mushy thumping I've heard on virtually every other speaker in this price range. I played a variety of music styles through it and they all sounded very good."
Surfbits - A5 Review (Podcast)
The MacReviewCast #152, A5 review starts at 22:00. Website
The MacReviewCast #152, A5 review starts at 22:00. Website
Young Money - A2/A5 Review
"Both models get loud, but the bass response on the 5 is amazing. For the environmentally sound types among us who are into power saving instead of burning, these speakers automatically go into sleep mode..."
"Both models get loud, but the bass response on the 5 is amazing. For the environmentally sound types among us who are into power saving instead of burning, these speakers automatically go into sleep mode..."
The Tech Lounge - A5 Review
"These speakers are incredible. Not for their size, not for their price; just incredible. Right out of the box they sounded awesome.
Audioengine's A5s have a dynamism I've never heard in home equipment, and I have no idea why they cost as little as they do. The world can only hope that the addled minds that crafted these cubic wonders don't snap out of it."
"These speakers are incredible. Not for their size, not for their price; just incredible. Right out of the box they sounded awesome.
Audioengine's A5s have a dynamism I've never heard in home equipment, and I have no idea why they cost as little as they do. The world can only hope that the addled minds that crafted these cubic wonders don't snap out of it."
Macsparky.com - A5 Review
"When you open the A5 box, you have have a near-Apple experience. If you are looking for top quality self powered speakers, I wouldn¹t think twice about it."
"When you open the A5 box, you have have a near-Apple experience. If you are looking for top quality self powered speakers, I wouldn¹t think twice about it."
Mac Observer - AW1, A2, and A5 Reviews (audio) Apple Weekly Report #124.
Review starts at 36:45.
Review starts at 36:45.
T3 - A5 Review
"If great sound, rock-steady build quality and user-friendliness are high on your agenda - well, you can't go wrong with these."
"If great sound, rock-steady build quality and user-friendliness are high on your agenda - well, you can't go wrong with these."
What HiFi? - A5 Review
"If you've an iPod full of songs and no desire for a full-blown hi-fi setup, hear them."
"If you've an iPod full of songs and no desire for a full-blown hi-fi setup, hear them."
Stuff - A5 Review
"The A5¹s solid bass means you¹ll get more from your music than similarly-priced iPod offerings, like the KEF Picoforte One."
"The A5¹s solid bass means you¹ll get more from your music than similarly-priced iPod offerings, like the KEF Picoforte One."
Apple Phone Show - A5 Review (video)
Liana talks about the Audioengine A5 bookshelf speakers for your iPhone/iPod.
Liana talks about the Audioengine A5 bookshelf speakers for your iPhone/iPod.
Hi-Fi World - A5 Review
"Sturdily constructed with good connectivity and fine sound, the Audioengine 5's are an impressive little pair of active loudspeakers. They will do good justice to MP3 players and will even sit happily with higher quality source components..."
"Sturdily constructed with good connectivity and fine sound, the Audioengine 5's are an impressive little pair of active loudspeakers. They will do good justice to MP3 players and will even sit happily with higher quality source components..."
Secrets of Home Theater - A5 Review
Secrets of Home Theater and High Fidelity - A5 HE 2007 Show Coverage.
Secrets of Home Theater and High Fidelity - A5 HE 2007 Show Coverage.
ProductWiki - A5 Review
"Audioengine A5 powered speakers are much higher quality than typically found in stereo computer speakers or iPod docking stations, and because of this are more expensive coming in at $350. However, since you don't require an amplifier, these speakers can provide a great audiophile experience on a budget."
"Audioengine A5 powered speakers are much higher quality than typically found in stereo computer speakers or iPod docking stations, and because of this are more expensive coming in at $350. However, since you don't require an amplifier, these speakers can provide a great audiophile experience on a budget."
Fortune Small Business - A5 listed as one of the "Hottest Accessories for your MP3"
"The company's flagship speakers stand ten inches tall and feature a built-in amplifier. The woofer, made of Kevlar, handles bass frequencies with aplomb. The silk tweeter helps smooth out the sound. Designed by Brady Bargenquast, 39, a former product manager for Apple, and audio engineer Dave Evans, 52, the speakers work with any MP3 player and can be wirelessly synced with Macs and PCs."
"The company's flagship speakers stand ten inches tall and feature a built-in amplifier. The woofer, made of Kevlar, handles bass frequencies with aplomb. The silk tweeter helps smooth out the sound. Designed by Brady Bargenquast, 39, a former product manager for Apple, and audio engineer Dave Evans, 52, the speakers work with any MP3 player and can be wirelessly synced with Macs and PCs."
Digital Media Thoughts - A5 Review
"Audioengine might not be a company you've heard of, but they're one of the best-kept secrets in audio: the A5 is their first, and flagship, product and it sets the quality bar for the company. These speakers... are truly exceptional in audio quality."
"Audioengine might not be a company you've heard of, but they're one of the best-kept secrets in audio: the A5 is their first, and flagship, product and it sets the quality bar for the company. These speakers... are truly exceptional in audio quality."
HT Guys - A5 Review (Podcast)
"The fit and finish of the speakers is top-notch and they can be displayed in any room. There are other ways to amplify your iPod, but in our opinion, none sounded better. If you're looking to add multiple music zones in your home with Apple's Airport Express, nothing is more convenient. The Audioengine 5 is the HT Guys' choice
for listening to 2-channel music in any room that you want to fill with music." Podcast #203, review starts at 18:18.
"The fit and finish of the speakers is top-notch and they can be displayed in any room. There are other ways to amplify your iPod, but in our opinion, none sounded better. If you're looking to add multiple music zones in your home with Apple's Airport Express, nothing is more convenient. The Audioengine 5 is the HT Guys' choice
for listening to 2-channel music in any room that you want to fill with music." Podcast #203, review starts at 18:18.
Inside Home Recording.com - A5 Review (Podcast)
"Crystal-clear and reasonably-priced. I don't know anybody who would buy an Apple Hi-Fi after hearing the Audioengine 5's." Review starts at:37:57.”
"Crystal-clear and reasonably-priced. I don't know anybody who would buy an Apple Hi-Fi after hearing the Audioengine 5's." Review starts at:37:57.”
The Mac Observer - A5 Review
“When it comes to listening to and recording music, there are no other speakers in this price range that come close to the clarity and balance offered by Audioengine 5.”
“When it comes to listening to and recording music, there are no other speakers in this price range that come close to the clarity and balance offered by Audioengine 5.”
Home Theater - A5 Review
“Even if you do not go to the extreme of hooking up a turntable, the Audioengine 5 is still smart enough to find the oasis in the MP3 desert. As billed, it's well suited to compressed music formats, not only getting good bass out of them, but a pragmatically sculpted midrange, as well. It's also revealing enough to get the best out of better signal sources, up to and including analog.”
“Even if you do not go to the extreme of hooking up a turntable, the Audioengine 5 is still smart enough to find the oasis in the MP3 desert. As billed, it's well suited to compressed music formats, not only getting good bass out of them, but a pragmatically sculpted midrange, as well. It's also revealing enough to get the best out of better signal sources, up to and including analog.”
MacLife - A5 Review
“We're glad to say that these are easily among the best-sounding iPod speakers we've ever heard. Crisp, clean audio emanates from the boxes, producing a huge sound that never betrays their bookshelf size. Even the bass levels are quite prominent without the use of an external subwoofer. Fantastic sound and build quality. No receiver needed. Well-thought-out design.”
“We're glad to say that these are easily among the best-sounding iPod speakers we've ever heard. Crisp, clean audio emanates from the boxes, producing a huge sound that never betrays their bookshelf size. Even the bass levels are quite prominent without the use of an external subwoofer. Fantastic sound and build quality. No receiver needed. Well-thought-out design.”
Audio Ideas Guide - A5 Review
“As the cornerstone of a high quality, inexpensive and unobtrusive desktop audio system the Audioengines are pretty much ideal. Comparing them sonically with the mass-marked ipod "dock" systems out there, many of which cost around the same amount, isn't even fair.”
“As the cornerstone of a high quality, inexpensive and unobtrusive desktop audio system the Audioengines are pretty much ideal. Comparing them sonically with the mass-marked ipod "dock" systems out there, many of which cost around the same amount, isn't even fair.”
Canada HiFi - A5 Review
“Most impressive was the wide and deep soundstage. I decided to compare (the A5’s) to a pair of Pinnacle bookshelves driven by the Cambridge Audio Azur 540A integrated amplifier. Doing a series of A-B comparisons it was clear that these speakers had a little more low-end punch than the Pinnacles. They also produced highs that were detailed but smooth and not as bright as the Pinnacles, resulting in a more pleasant sound to my ears. These speakers were making me want to listen to music I had previously left to collect dust.”
“Most impressive was the wide and deep soundstage. I decided to compare (the A5’s) to a pair of Pinnacle bookshelves driven by the Cambridge Audio Azur 540A integrated amplifier. Doing a series of A-B comparisons it was clear that these speakers had a little more low-end punch than the Pinnacles. They also produced highs that were detailed but smooth and not as bright as the Pinnacles, resulting in a more pleasant sound to my ears. These speakers were making me want to listen to music I had previously left to collect dust.”
iOnMac - A5 Review
“Overall I am floored by the sound and versatility of these speakers. The both look and sound amazing and would make any audiophile proud to listen to them. The extra little touches and the extra ports and power are also well thought out and designed.”
“Overall I am floored by the sound and versatility of these speakers. The both look and sound amazing and would make any audiophile proud to listen to them. The extra little touches and the extra ports and power are also well thought out and designed.”
PBCentral - A5 Review
“Rich soundfield, strong clear bass, clean highs. These things sound good. Real good. If you're in the market for a serious set of powered speakers to turn your iPod, Airport Express, or Mac into a true stereo system, do yourself a favor and check out the Audioengine 5.”
“Rich soundfield, strong clear bass, clean highs. These things sound good. Real good. If you're in the market for a serious set of powered speakers to turn your iPod, Airport Express, or Mac into a true stereo system, do yourself a favor and check out the Audioengine 5.”
Affordable Audio - A5 Review
“Audioengine should be lauded for hitting the target in their first offering. The Audioengine5’s are a quite pleasing performer. After having listened to the Apple HiFi system, the 5’s are a far more musical.”
“Audioengine should be lauded for hitting the target in their first offering. The Audioengine5’s are a quite pleasing performer. After having listened to the Apple HiFi system, the 5’s are a far more musical.”
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Associated Press - A5 Review
“The Audioengine 5, which doesn't have a dock or a remote control, is clearly the leader of the pack when it comes to producing a rich, full sound. With dual speakers and the commensurate speaker wire, this is a home-based iPod system for discerning listeners, not the more portable docks offered by Apple and Bose.”
“The Audioengine 5, which doesn't have a dock or a remote control, is clearly the leader of the pack when it comes to producing a rich, full sound. With dual speakers and the commensurate speaker wire, this is a home-based iPod system for discerning listeners, not the more portable docks offered by Apple and Bose.”
Audioholics - A5 Review
"I have heard many iPod/MP3 player systems, but the Audioengine 5 is by far the best one yet. It is really in a class all by itself. Its ability to serve up much better audio quality than my Paradigm Atoms was shocking to say the least. Most of these type of systems are designed with fidelity as an afterthought (or in most cases no thought at all), this is NOT the case with the Audioengine 5."
"I have heard many iPod/MP3 player systems, but the Audioengine 5 is by far the best one yet. It is really in a class all by itself. Its ability to serve up much better audio quality than my Paradigm Atoms was shocking to say the least. Most of these type of systems are designed with fidelity as an afterthought (or in most cases no thought at all), this is NOT the case with the Audioengine 5."
What Hi Fi? - A5 Review
"The low end is expressive and taut, the midrange is natural, and the treble is the right side of being splashy. Because of that solid underpinning of bass, you'll hear more from your music than similarly priced offerings, such as KEF's Picoforte."
"The low end is expressive and taut, the midrange is natural, and the treble is the right side of being splashy. Because of that solid underpinning of bass, you'll hear more from your music than similarly priced offerings, such as KEF's Picoforte."
Boston Herald - A5 Review
"To say the Audioengine 5 is a superb iPod speaker system is to sell the stylish bookcase speakers short. While the system is designed and marketed with the iPod in mind - from its convenient top-mounting iPod ports to its glossy white finish - the Audioengine team did not limit its first consumer product to the solo task of serving up iPod tunes. The system delivered full, rich, true-to-life sounds that blow away any portable home system I’ve encountered."
"To say the Audioengine 5 is a superb iPod speaker system is to sell the stylish bookcase speakers short. While the system is designed and marketed with the iPod in mind - from its convenient top-mounting iPod ports to its glossy white finish - the Audioengine team did not limit its first consumer product to the solo task of serving up iPod tunes. The system delivered full, rich, true-to-life sounds that blow away any portable home system I’ve encountered."
Cool Hunting - A5 Review
“Designed for the increasing number of audiophiles who are making the switch to an iPod-specific system, Audioengine's new set of slick-looking powered speakers are a compact option with rich, nuanced sound quality.”
“Designed for the increasing number of audiophiles who are making the switch to an iPod-specific system, Audioengine's new set of slick-looking powered speakers are a compact option with rich, nuanced sound quality.”
Dagogo - A5 Review
“If you want to hear real stereo sound more like real music… with detail, clarity, resolution, dynamics, and soundstage… you will like the Audioengine A5. There’s real quality in sound and noticeable quality in build and craftsmanship that belies the $349 asking price.”
“If you want to hear real stereo sound more like real music… with detail, clarity, resolution, dynamics, and soundstage… you will like the Audioengine A5. There’s real quality in sound and noticeable quality in build and craftsmanship that belies the $349 asking price.”
Digital Trends - A5 Review
“If you want speakers that are easy to set up, easier to use and still sound awesome, the A5's will satisfy you. In fact, they may open your ears to a new level of audio quality. Even at low volume… the A5 speakers delivered clean, undiminished audio quality. I've loved having my JBL speakers, but unfortunately they sound entirely apologetic and limp compared to the A5's. So sorry, JBL.”
“If you want speakers that are easy to set up, easier to use and still sound awesome, the A5's will satisfy you. In fact, they may open your ears to a new level of audio quality. Even at low volume… the A5 speakers delivered clean, undiminished audio quality. I've loved having my JBL speakers, but unfortunately they sound entirely apologetic and limp compared to the A5's. So sorry, JBL.”
Digital Trends - A5 Review (video)
Kristen Reilly does a fantastic job of explaining all the Features of the A5.
Kristen Reilly does a fantastic job of explaining all the Features of the A5.
Enjoy the Music - A5 Review
“At loud, but not stupid, volume levels the Audioengine 5 have been the best performing powered speakers system… All in all the Audioengine 5 is an overachiever and delivers sound quality that belies the small $349 price. If someone told me the Audioengine 5 were $1,500 I would have believed them!”
“At loud, but not stupid, volume levels the Audioengine 5 have been the best performing powered speakers system… All in all the Audioengine 5 is an overachiever and delivers sound quality that belies the small $349 price. If someone told me the Audioengine 5 were $1,500 I would have believed them!”
Fresh Arrival - A5 Review
“The Audioengine 5’s exude style, and even the way they are packaged is a testament to Audioengine’s attention to detail. The defining point of a new music output device for me (speakers, headphones) is if I hear things in my music that I’ve never heard before. That has definitely happened multiple times with these speakers. I thought I had good speakers before (fairly large Altec Lansing speakers), but I absolutely love the Audioengine speakers. I’m enjoying my music all over again.”
“The Audioengine 5’s exude style, and even the way they are packaged is a testament to Audioengine’s attention to detail. The defining point of a new music output device for me (speakers, headphones) is if I hear things in my music that I’ve never heard before. That has definitely happened multiple times with these speakers. I thought I had good speakers before (fairly large Altec Lansing speakers), but I absolutely love the Audioengine speakers. I’m enjoying my music all over again.”
Gadgeteer - A5 Review
"I love the Audioengine 5 speaker system. They are definitely 100 steps above the smaller more inexpensive systems I've reviewed in the past. Oh, I know Apple just came out with the Hi-Fi... I've not had the opportunity to try it, but I'd rather have Audioengine. It's a no brainer than they have to sound better, given the fact that you can separate the left and right speakers."
"I love the Audioengine 5 speaker system. They are definitely 100 steps above the smaller more inexpensive systems I've reviewed in the past. Oh, I know Apple just came out with the Hi-Fi... I've not had the opportunity to try it, but I'd rather have Audioengine. It's a no brainer than they have to sound better, given the fact that you can separate the left and right speakers."
Gizmodo - A5 Review
“The engineers at Audioengine have put a lot of work into making the A5's some of the best bookshelf style speakers out there. They are available for $350, which may sound like a lot for bookshelf speakers, but the A5's provide an exceptional sound capable of pleasing the ears of any audiophile.”
“The engineers at Audioengine have put a lot of work into making the A5's some of the best bookshelf style speakers out there. They are available for $350, which may sound like a lot for bookshelf speakers, but the A5's provide an exceptional sound capable of pleasing the ears of any audiophile.”
Hardware-Review.net - A5 Review
“Every gamer knows how much sound can help you get more frags, and these speakers came through for me in spades.”
“Every gamer knows how much sound can help you get more frags, and these speakers came through for me in spades.”
Houston Chronicle - A5 Review
"If you're looking for a portable (or semi-portable) one-piece speaker system, the iPod Hi-Fi is the best-sounding system of its type. If you want even bigger and better sound with true stereo imaging, the Audioengine 5 is the way to go."
"If you're looking for a portable (or semi-portable) one-piece speaker system, the iPod Hi-Fi is the best-sounding system of its type. If you want even bigger and better sound with true stereo imaging, the Audioengine 5 is the way to go."
iPod Hacks - A5 Review
“The tweeters delivered admirably, providing highs that neither our in house Tivoli RadioWorks or Bose WaveRadio could match. Not only do they make for a great iPod companion system, they also serve well as a remote, Airport Express-driven system and even work great as laptop/desktop PC speakers, as we noted with our MacBook Pro.”
“The tweeters delivered admirably, providing highs that neither our in house Tivoli RadioWorks or Bose WaveRadio could match. Not only do they make for a great iPod companion system, they also serve well as a remote, Airport Express-driven system and even work great as laptop/desktop PC speakers, as we noted with our MacBook Pro.”
iPod Observer - A5 vs. Apple Hi-Fi
"While coming closer than I expected, the iPod Hi-Fi still can't match the sheer performance of Audioegine's A5 speakers ($350, 5 stars)... Simply put, if you're seeking the highest quality in-home listening experience for your iPod for $350, look beyond the iPod Hi-Fi to the Audioengine A5."
"While coming closer than I expected, the iPod Hi-Fi still can't match the sheer performance of Audioegine's A5 speakers ($350, 5 stars)... Simply put, if you're seeking the highest quality in-home listening experience for your iPod for $350, look beyond the iPod Hi-Fi to the Audioengine A5."
iPod Observer - A5 Review
"If you're looking for the best sounding stand-alone speaker solution for your iPod, look no further: the Audioengine 5 is second to none. In an increasingly crowded marketplace, Audioengine has managed to bring a decidedly unique offering to the table, one that sees form following function for a change, and without any compromises."
"If you're looking for the best sounding stand-alone speaker solution for your iPod, look no further: the Audioengine 5 is second to none. In an increasingly crowded marketplace, Audioengine has managed to bring a decidedly unique offering to the table, one that sees form following function for a change, and without any compromises."
iProng - A5 Review
"As good as the Hi-Fi sounds, the A5 sounds even better. The bass is even deeper, without a hint of distortion, even at the kind of impossibly loud volumes that you would only listen at if you wanted to ensure that your neighbors got to listen in. All your neighbors."
"As good as the Hi-Fi sounds, the A5 sounds even better. The bass is even deeper, without a hint of distortion, even at the kind of impossibly loud volumes that you would only listen at if you wanted to ensure that your neighbors got to listen in. All your neighbors."
Macenstein - A5 Review
“This is one of the rare reviews where not only am I not going to complain about the A5’s price, but I actually think we may be getting a bargain here. There is an overall feeling of quality in the fit and finish of the Audioengine 5’s that is truly unique in the “white plastic wasteland” that dominates the iPod speaker market. The clarity of sound the A5’s deliver is amazing, and you will find yourself hearing instruments you never before noticed in songs you’ve heard a dozen times.”
“This is one of the rare reviews where not only am I not going to complain about the A5’s price, but I actually think we may be getting a bargain here. There is an overall feeling of quality in the fit and finish of the Audioengine 5’s that is truly unique in the “white plastic wasteland” that dominates the iPod speaker market. The clarity of sound the A5’s deliver is amazing, and you will find yourself hearing instruments you never before noticed in songs you’ve heard a dozen times.”
MSNBC - A5 Review
“How do they sound? Much better than their $349 suggested retail price portends. Given a good-sounding music source (well-ripped files, for instance) these speakers are worth their weight in gold. The 5’s sound clear and accurate. The highs are smooth and clean. They produce terrific bass from such a small enclosure. Overall, they sound better than anything else in their price range.”
“How do they sound? Much better than their $349 suggested retail price portends. Given a good-sounding music source (well-ripped files, for instance) these speakers are worth their weight in gold. The 5’s sound clear and accurate. The highs are smooth and clean. They produce terrific bass from such a small enclosure. Overall, they sound better than anything else in their price range.”
MyMac.com - A5 Review (audio)
Listen to all the great things that Speedyreviews has to say about the A5.
Listen to all the great things that Speedyreviews has to say about the A5.
PC Magazine - A5 Review
“Sound quality at lower listening levels is very good, and the stereo image is far wider than any one-piece unit could provide. The overall sound is slightly more balanced than that of the Hi-Fi, thanks to a slightly smoother midrange. Highs are prominent but not harsh. When I cranked the volume up to truly annoying levels, the sound held up remarkably well without distorting…”
“Sound quality at lower listening levels is very good, and the stereo image is far wider than any one-piece unit could provide. The overall sound is slightly more balanced than that of the Hi-Fi, thanks to a slightly smoother midrange. Highs are prominent but not harsh. When I cranked the volume up to truly annoying levels, the sound held up remarkably well without distorting…”
Playlist - A5 Review
"To my ears the Audioengine 5s provide solid sound from the devices it was designed for - computers, portable music players, and AV media centers. If, based on sound quality alone, I had to choose between the iPod Hi-Fi and these speakers, I’d opt for the Audioengine 5s for their more-balanced sound and their ability to be separated. Compare them... to powered speakers priced under $500 that are intended for the portable music market and you’ll feel the way I do - nothing can touch them."
"To my ears the Audioengine 5s provide solid sound from the devices it was designed for - computers, portable music players, and AV media centers. If, based on sound quality alone, I had to choose between the iPod Hi-Fi and these speakers, I’d opt for the Audioengine 5s for their more-balanced sound and their ability to be separated. Compare them... to powered speakers priced under $500 that are intended for the portable music market and you’ll feel the way I do - nothing can touch them."
PocketPCReviews.net - A5 Review
“Having been used to multimedia speakers mostly, I was blown away by the good sound quality from these speakers. They were remarkably clear, even under low volumes.”
“Having been used to multimedia speakers mostly, I was blown away by the good sound quality from these speakers. They were remarkably clear, even under low volumes.”
Secrets of Home Theater - A5 Review
“If you would like to treat yourself to self-powered speakers that give portable MP3 devices, computers, or miscellaneous audio sources, high quality lifelike sound, the Audioengine 5 system fits the bill.”
“If you would like to treat yourself to self-powered speakers that give portable MP3 devices, computers, or miscellaneous audio sources, high quality lifelike sound, the Audioengine 5 system fits the bill.”
SurfBits - A5 Review
“The last 2 weeks I’ve been testing the Audioengine 5 powered iPod speakers, and I must say that they have the sound, design and features that thoroughly impressed me, in fact, more then any others in this category. They are priced at $349.00 retail and are worth the money…”
“The last 2 weeks I’ve been testing the Audioengine 5 powered iPod speakers, and I must say that they have the sound, design and features that thoroughly impressed me, in fact, more then any others in this category. They are priced at $349.00 retail and are worth the money…”
The Register - A5 Review
“Audioengine's A5 speakers look good and sound even better. Hook them up to a CD or DVD player and you're in for a real treat.”
“Audioengine's A5 speakers look good and sound even better. Hook them up to a CD or DVD player and you're in for a real treat.”
Top Review Shop - A5 Review
“I’ve spent dozens of hours listening to the Audioengine 5 speaker system and continue to be surprised by just how good they sound with MP3s. In a number of my favorite songs, I have been able to pick out specific points in the song where I can now hear new sounds that I couldn’t hear before with other computer speakers or headphones.”
“I’ve spent dozens of hours listening to the Audioengine 5 speaker system and continue to be surprised by just how good they sound with MP3s. In a number of my favorite songs, I have been able to pick out specific points in the song where I can now hear new sounds that I couldn’t hear before with other computer speakers or headphones.”
Uncrate - A5 Review
"You've got an iPod. Now get it the speaker system it deserves. We've been testing out the Audioengine 5 speakers ($350) for most of March, and we continue to be super impressed by them every single time we crank up a playlist on our iPod. The bookshelf-sized speakers are solidly built monitors that offer rich sound and zero distortion, even when cranked up to uncomfortable levels."
"You've got an iPod. Now get it the speaker system it deserves. We've been testing out the Audioengine 5 speakers ($350) for most of March, and we continue to be super impressed by them every single time we crank up a playlist on our iPod. The bookshelf-sized speakers are solidly built monitors that offer rich sound and zero distortion, even when cranked up to uncomfortable levels."
GeekBrief.TV - A5 Review (video)
Video Podcast episode #0057 - Check out Calli Lewis talking about the Audioengine 5, which she says is “the closest thing to her dream WiFi speaker”
Video Podcast episode #0057 - Check out Calli Lewis talking about the Audioengine 5, which she says is “the closest thing to her dream WiFi speaker”
Sonic Flare - A5/A2 coverage at the Stereophile Home Entertainment Show 2007
"This little audio engine keeps cranking out quality products that smartly integrate into your digital life."
"This little audio engine keeps cranking out quality products that smartly integrate into your digital life."
Tone Audio- A5 Review
Great features aside, the Audioengine 5 is something that will give you some serious musical pleasure. I listened to alot of my favorite tunes all over the map and always had a smile on my face... I've lived with the A5's for quite some time now and am still amazed at how much performance they offer for the money."
Great features aside, the Audioengine 5 is something that will give you some serious musical pleasure. I listened to alot of my favorite tunes all over the map and always had a smile on my face... I've lived with the A5's for quite some time now and am still amazed at how much performance they offer for the money."
MaximumPC - A5 Review
The Audioengine 5 is not only one of the best-sounding speaker systems weve heard in a long while, its also one of the smartest speaker designs weve seen in the MP3-player era. These puppies will fill a room with sound, and they dont cost an arm and an ear."
The Audioengine 5 is not only one of the best-sounding speaker systems weve heard in a long while, its also one of the smartest speaker designs weve seen in the MP3-player era. These puppies will fill a room with sound, and they dont cost an arm and an ear."
andPOP.com - A5 Review
These speakers deliver more than I could have expected, permanently replacing my old stereo speaker system.The most surprising revelation came not from the speakers themselves, but with the included extras.The speaker set also comes with a 3-year transferrable warranty, another luxury which usually comes in the form of added cost with most products."
These speakers deliver more than I could have expected, permanently replacing my old stereo speaker system.The most surprising revelation came not from the speakers themselves, but with the included extras.The speaker set also comes with a 3-year transferrable warranty, another luxury which usually comes in the form of added cost with most products."
Small Dog - A5 Review
How do they sound? Incredible. Theyre the best all-around audio value that I know of.After more than a year of constant use, I am still very happy with them."
How do they sound? Incredible. Theyre the best all-around audio value that I know of.After more than a year of constant use, I am still very happy with them."
Typical Mac User - A5 Review (Podcast)
An incredible set of very clean powerful speakers. At $350 they are really a bargain..."A5 review starts at 17:45.
An incredible set of very clean powerful speakers. At $350 they are really a bargain..."A5 review starts at 17:45.
Good Gear Guide - A5 Review
"Delivering excellent quality, along with an extremely solid and sturdy design, they're some of the best hi-fi speakers we've seen to date. Everything about them screams quality - from their custom design, to the sheer power at which they're able to output sound, the A5 is a top-notch product."
"Delivering excellent quality, along with an extremely solid and sturdy design, they're some of the best hi-fi speakers we've seen to date. Everything about them screams quality - from their custom design, to the sheer power at which they're able to output sound, the A5 is a top-notch product."
What HiFi - Best budget desktop speakers: Audioengine A2
These speakers represent a clear case of Occam's Razor: the theory which claims that "all other things being equal, the simplest solution must be the best.
These speakers represent a clear case of Occam's Razor: the theory which claims that "all other things being equal, the simplest solution must be the best.
Personal Media Review - A2/A5 - Best Stationary
iPod Sound System
"(Audioengine) doesn't market the A2 as an iPod-specific sound system, but it works beautifully that way. At one-third the size of the $349 Audioengine A5, these compact speakers still sound so full you'll be looking around for a secret subwoofer under the desk. If you're up for spending $150 more, get the Audioengine A5 ($349) instead. More lows, more power, more everything. I don't think you will find better sound for the price and you definitely won't find anything better looking."
iPod Sound System
"(Audioengine) doesn't market the A2 as an iPod-specific sound system, but it works beautifully that way. At one-third the size of the $349 Audioengine A5, these compact speakers still sound so full you'll be looking around for a secret subwoofer under the desk. If you're up for spending $150 more, get the Audioengine A5 ($349) instead. More lows, more power, more everything. I don't think you will find better sound for the price and you definitely won't find anything better looking."
Enjoy the Music.com - A2 - Great Audiophile Gift Award
"Mated with an excellent sound source, the Audioengine A2 loudspeakers should produce many hours of musical pleasures without the pitfalls of sounding like the usual mainstream small plastic junk or apparent distortion boxes on the shelf at from your local electronics store."
"Mated with an excellent sound source, the Audioengine A2 loudspeakers should produce many hours of musical pleasures without the pitfalls of sounding like the usual mainstream small plastic junk or apparent distortion boxes on the shelf at from your local electronics store."
Unplggd - A2 Review
"For something so small to deliver such excellent mid-ranges and high notes are unheard of in the sub-$300 category."
"For something so small to deliver such excellent mid-ranges and high notes are unheard of in the sub-$300 category."
BestTechie - A2 Review
"The Audioengine 2 computer speaker system is by far the best 2.0 system on the market."
"The Audioengine 2 computer speaker system is by far the best 2.0 system on the market."
Gear Diary - A2 Review
"...when you turn them on, the A2s are very much an Audioengine product in this department… translation…they sound great."
"...when you turn them on, the A2s are very much an Audioengine product in this department… translation…they sound great."
What's on iPhone - A2 Review
"I'm not an audiophile but I know what sounds good and what doesn't. The AudioEngine A2s sound GOOD- really good! They sound and feel like a much bigger and more expensive set of speakers."
"I'm not an audiophile but I know what sounds good and what doesn't. The AudioEngine A2s sound GOOD- really good! They sound and feel like a much bigger and more expensive set of speakers."
Stuff.tv - A2 Review
"For speakers in this class, the A2s sound exceptional. Warm, punchy, articulate and well integrated... In short, the A2s are a revelation at the price."
"For speakers in this class, the A2s sound exceptional. Warm, punchy, articulate and well integrated... In short, the A2s are a revelation at the price."
Connect Reviews - A2 Review
"These *are* the best speakers for your desktop, notebook computer, or media player."
"These *are* the best speakers for your desktop, notebook computer, or media player."
Computer Shopper - A2 Review
"The A2 is surprisingly loud for such a small set, and the general quality of the sound is rich, warm and vibrant."
"The A2 is surprisingly loud for such a small set, and the general quality of the sound is rich, warm and vibrant."
Stereophile - A2 Review
"I have never been more impressed with or more stunned by a component I've reviewed for Stereophile than I was with the Audioengine 2. The level of sound quality produced by this uncolored, detailed, articulate, and dynamic speaker, in all situations, was beyond reproach, and its ratio of value to cost borders on the criminal."
"I have never been more impressed with or more stunned by a component I've reviewed for Stereophile than I was with the Audioengine 2. The level of sound quality produced by this uncolored, detailed, articulate, and dynamic speaker, in all situations, was beyond reproach, and its ratio of value to cost borders on the criminal."
Apple Phone Show - A2 Review
"These are a solid $199 investment. I’ve tried many different speaker systems. These A’s, by far, are the best value for the dollar."
"These are a solid $199 investment. I’ve tried many different speaker systems. These A’s, by far, are the best value for the dollar."
Mac Observer - AW1, A2, and A5 Reviews (audio) Apple Weekly Report #124.
Review starts at 36:45.
Review starts at 36:45.
TheTechLounge - A2 Review
"These little boxes make beautiful sound, without needing any equalizing whatsoever. These are amazingly versatile speakers, and Audioengine gets yet another pat on the back for going beyond the standard for it's followers."
"These little boxes make beautiful sound, without needing any equalizing whatsoever. These are amazingly versatile speakers, and Audioengine gets yet another pat on the back for going beyond the standard for it's followers."
CNET Blogs, The Audiophiliac from Steve Guttenberg - A2 Review
"Even audiophiles used to the good stuff will dig these speakers, they're that good."
"Even audiophiles used to the good stuff will dig these speakers, they're that good."
PC World - A2 Review
"Clearly geared toward accurate music reproduction, the speakers offered remarkable imaging and excellent transparency in my tests, which I performed after 30 hours of burn-in... The Audioengine A2 speaker set should be on the short list of anyone who values good musical reproduction over chest-thumping bass."
"Clearly geared toward accurate music reproduction, the speakers offered remarkable imaging and excellent transparency in my tests, which I performed after 30 hours of burn-in... The Audioengine A2 speaker set should be on the short list of anyone who values good musical reproduction over chest-thumping bass."
Madshrimps - A2 Review
"The Audioengine 2 Desktop Speakers are a true piece of audiophile engineering in the smallest physical enclosure I've ever seen or heard. This is a winning design and the only specification better then the price is the sound."
"The Audioengine 2 Desktop Speakers are a true piece of audiophile engineering in the smallest physical enclosure I've ever seen or heard. This is a winning design and the only specification better then the price is the sound."
Positive Feedback - A2 Review
"In a recent issue of Stereophile, Robert J. Reina went nuts over the Audioengine 2 powered loudspeakers. Okay so in reading his comments one can assume that these speakers are the second coming of someone's something or other, so I just had to put into a request to the guys at Audioengine to get me a pair. So how good are they? Uh… yeah, they are good. Very good indeed."
"In a recent issue of Stereophile, Robert J. Reina went nuts over the Audioengine 2 powered loudspeakers. Okay so in reading his comments one can assume that these speakers are the second coming of someone's something or other, so I just had to put into a request to the guys at Audioengine to get me a pair. So how good are they? Uh… yeah, they are good. Very good indeed."
Silent PC Review - A2 Review
"There's little doubt that the Audioengine A2 is a gem. Its tiny size, appealing simple looks and operation, and well-thought out details exude an impressive level of quality. The real reward is when they're plugged in and the music turned on. It's hard to believe so much good sounding music can come from such wee speakers."
"There's little doubt that the Audioengine A2 is a gem. Its tiny size, appealing simple looks and operation, and well-thought out details exude an impressive level of quality. The real reward is when they're plugged in and the music turned on. It's hard to believe so much good sounding music can come from such wee speakers."
Maccast - A2 Review (audio)
Listen to the great things Sam Levin has to say about the A2 and other Audioengine products. MyMac Podcast 186. Review starts at 33:23.
Listen to the great things Sam Levin has to say about the A2 and other Audioengine products. MyMac Podcast 186. Review starts at 33:23.
Dagogo - A2 Review
"The (Audioengine 2's) are are a new standard in what a self-powered desktop speaker is
capable of."
"The (Audioengine 2's) are are a new standard in what a self-powered desktop speaker is
capable of."
PC Magazine - A2 Review
"Sure, the price is a bit steep for PC speakers with no real extra features, but the audio performance is well worth the price for audiophiles who want to replicate the high-quality listening experience of their home theaters on their PC."
"Sure, the price is a bit steep for PC speakers with no real extra features, but the audio performance is well worth the price for audiophiles who want to replicate the high-quality listening experience of their home theaters on their PC."
Goodsound - A2 Review
"The Audioengine A2 is the best PC speaker I've ever heard. The luscious, uncolored midrange is too wonderful. If you use your PC to listen to any amount of music, get the Audioengine A2s. Do it now.
"The Audioengine A2 is the best PC speaker I've ever heard. The luscious, uncolored midrange is too wonderful. If you use your PC to listen to any amount of music, get the Audioengine A2s. Do it now.
6Moons.com - A2 CES Coverage
"The Audioengine2 speakers are some cool little performers at $199/ pair. We bought a pair of 2s with a few clicks on the AudioEngine website for our pair of daughters and we're all thrilled. I'm still holding out for the bamboo-clad 2s which are due out "soon". And it's always a plus when the guys behind the company are some of the nicest around."
"The Audioengine2 speakers are some cool little performers at $199/ pair. We bought a pair of 2s with a few clicks on the AudioEngine website for our pair of daughters and we're all thrilled. I'm still holding out for the bamboo-clad 2s which are due out "soon". And it's always a plus when the guys behind the company are some of the nicest around."
The MacCore - A2 Review
"I've never considered spending $200 for a set of speakers that I would hook up to my laptop (but) after listening to the Audioengine A2 speakers for the past few months, I'll never go back to those cheap computer speakers again."
"I've never considered spending $200 for a set of speakers that I would hook up to my laptop (but) after listening to the Audioengine A2 speakers for the past few months, I'll never go back to those cheap computer speakers again."
Jordan Chark Blog - A2 Review
"I’ve honestly never heard desktop speakers of this size produce such a full sound-stage. Audioengine has a solid offering on their hands with the A2s."
"I’ve honestly never heard desktop speakers of this size produce such a full sound-stage. Audioengine has a solid offering on their hands with the A2s."
Playback - A2 Review
"These decent performers have no need to apologize for their diminutive size. If you want to dress up your desktop with a pair of capable soundstage producing marvels, then look no further than the Audioengine 2's."
"These decent performers have no need to apologize for their diminutive size. If you want to dress up your desktop with a pair of capable soundstage producing marvels, then look no further than the Audioengine 2's."
MacWorld - A2 Review
"For such tiny speakers you get a nicely rounded bass, the top end is crisp without being shrill, and everything in between is present and accounted for."
"For such tiny speakers you get a nicely rounded bass, the top end is crisp without being shrill, and everything in between is present and accounted for."
Stereophile - A2 Review
"In nearly 25 years, it's been rare that I've reviewed an exciting breakthrough product. The Audioengine 2 is such a product‹not because it performs at an extraordinary level (though it does), and not because it's such an incredible value for money (though it is), but because it creates a new market, a new application for high-end audio, and a chance for audiophiles to enjoy music in ways they may have never considered before."
"In nearly 25 years, it's been rare that I've reviewed an exciting breakthrough product. The Audioengine 2 is such a product‹not because it performs at an extraordinary level (though it does), and not because it's such an incredible value for money (though it is), but because it creates a new market, a new application for high-end audio, and a chance for audiophiles to enjoy music in ways they may have never considered before."
Boston Herald - A2 Review
"If anyone wondered whether Audioengine would be one-hit wonders, the answer a resounding no can be heard in the second offering from the fledgling speaker company. From playing music on your desktop to watching video clips on a laptop, these twin beauties are worth their price."
"If anyone wondered whether Audioengine would be one-hit wonders, the answer a resounding no can be heard in the second offering from the fledgling speaker company. From playing music on your desktop to watching video clips on a laptop, these twin beauties are worth their price."
The Street - A2 Review
"...But the best feature is their sound quality. These little boxes are simply amazing. Until you hear them for yourself, you will not be willing to understand what I'm about to say: The Audioengine 2 is the best-sounding speaker system on the market today for under $1,000."
"...But the best feature is their sound quality. These little boxes are simply amazing. Until you hear them for yourself, you will not be willing to understand what I'm about to say: The Audioengine 2 is the best-sounding speaker system on the market today for under $1,000."
The Audiophile Voice - A2 Review
"Don't laugh at the size of these units... the sound quality of these speakers is startling."
"Don't laugh at the size of these units... the sound quality of these speakers is startling."
Home Theater (Mark Fleishman Blog) - A2 Review
"Audioengine has made an appealing product even more suitable for multimedia and gaming use. The A2 is also musical enough to compete with the better all-in-one compact systems."
"Audioengine has made an appealing product even more suitable for multimedia and gaming use. The A2 is also musical enough to compete with the better all-in-one compact systems."
HT Guys - A2 Review (Podcast)
"At $199 they are more expensive than most computer speakers but they are so much better than most computer speakers. In fact you may not want to limit these speakers to your desk. If you have a SONOS, Squeezebox, or Apple Airport Express with Airtunes you should consider the Audioengine A2..."
"At $199 they are more expensive than most computer speakers but they are so much better than most computer speakers. In fact you may not want to limit these speakers to your desk. If you have a SONOS, Squeezebox, or Apple Airport Express with Airtunes you should consider the Audioengine A2..."
PB|Central.com - A2 Review
"As nice as the A2s are to set up and look at, it's the sound that really matters. The A2s I tested sound wonderful. With 60 watts of power coming from amps built into the left speaker cabinet, the A2s have plenty of punch to be used as sound system in any small-sized room. In other words, if the A5s are too big to put where you want to put 'em, odds are the A2s will do the job quite nicely."
"As nice as the A2s are to set up and look at, it's the sound that really matters. The A2s I tested sound wonderful. With 60 watts of power coming from amps built into the left speaker cabinet, the A2s have plenty of punch to be used as sound system in any small-sized room. In other words, if the A5s are too big to put where you want to put 'em, odds are the A2s will do the job quite nicely."
Secrets of Home Theater and High Fidelity - A2 Review
"The A2s are another quality offering from the camp at Audioengine and which stand out amongst their alternatives with refined sound and classy appearance. You would be hard pressed to find an active speaker system that could give better sound quality for your portable player or computer at this price and size."
"The A2s are another quality offering from the camp at Audioengine and which stand out amongst their alternatives with refined sound and classy appearance. You would be hard pressed to find an active speaker system that could give better sound quality for your portable player or computer at this price and size."
Typical Mac User - A2 Review (Podcast)
"There's nothing else in this price range that will give you the quality that the Audioengine 2 gives you."
"There's nothing else in this price range that will give you the quality that the Audioengine 2 gives you."
The MacCore - A2 Review (Podcast)
Find out why the MacCore gang included the A2 in their Holiday Geek Gift Guide.
Find out why the MacCore gang included the A2 in their Holiday Geek Gift Guide.
Tech-Temple - A2 Review
"The bass on Audioengine 2 is substantial for their size. The bass comes from some very clever acoustic and electrical design and without using any DSP or fake bass boost circuits."
"The bass on Audioengine 2 is substantial for their size. The bass comes from some very clever acoustic and electrical design and without using any DSP or fake bass boost circuits."
Cool Hunting - A2 Review
"Based on the superior performance of the Audioengine 5s we were excited when their new smaller desktop speakers arrived and they don't disappoint."
"Based on the superior performance of the Audioengine 5s we were excited when their new smaller desktop speakers arrived and they don't disappoint."
iPod Observer - A2 Review
"The AudioEngine A2s aren't flashy or feature-rich, but in this price range they're one of a kind for classic stereo sound. If you're cramped for space, or want an understated set of great-sounding speakers, we heartily recommend the A2."
"The AudioEngine A2s aren't flashy or feature-rich, but in this price range they're one of a kind for classic stereo sound. If you're cramped for space, or want an understated set of great-sounding speakers, we heartily recommend the A2."
Tech2 - A2 Review
"It's been a while since a product has come my way that I was seriously impressed with. The price of the udioengine 2 speakers is very good considering the quality, living up to the marketing claim of 'bridging the audiophile gap'. Yes, this is the cheapest 'mid-end' range there is."
"It's been a while since a product has come my way that I was seriously impressed with. The price of the udioengine 2 speakers is very good considering the quality, living up to the marketing claim of 'bridging the audiophile gap'. Yes, this is the cheapest 'mid-end' range there is."
Gadgeteer - A2 Review
"I was flabbergasted (I don't think I've ever used that word in a review before...) the first time I heard these speakers in action. Wow! They sound very much like the A5's, which means that they sound great! ...the bass is amazing and they are truly head and shoulders better sounding than other desktop speakers that I've owned in the
past."
"I was flabbergasted (I don't think I've ever used that word in a review before...) the first time I heard these speakers in action. Wow! They sound very much like the A5's, which means that they sound great! ...the bass is amazing and they are truly head and shoulders better sounding than other desktop speakers that I've owned in the
past."
S. Neil Vineberg - A2 Review
"The A2s replaced a set of Altec Lansing speakers wired to my new iMac 24. I was very satisfied with the Altecs. However, when I turned on the A2s, I was literally stunned by how good they sounded and how good they made music sound. The Audioengine 2s are not just great. They are extraordinary sounding speakers. They are so awesome that you actually WANT to listen to music because it sounds new and special, and that's enjoyable."
"The A2s replaced a set of Altec Lansing speakers wired to my new iMac 24. I was very satisfied with the Altecs. However, when I turned on the A2s, I was literally stunned by how good they sounded and how good they made music sound. The Audioengine 2s are not just great. They are extraordinary sounding speakers. They are so awesome that you actually WANT to listen to music because it sounds new and special, and that's enjoyable."
Switching to MAC - A2 Review
“The audioengine 2’s have a surprisingly big and mature sound for such a small size, I compared them to my much larger Alesis Monitor One powered studio monitors which really isn’t a fair comparison but surprisingly they sounded remarkably similar to my Monitor Ones.”
“The audioengine 2’s have a surprisingly big and mature sound for such a small size, I compared them to my much larger Alesis Monitor One powered studio monitors which really isn’t a fair comparison but surprisingly they sounded remarkably similar to my Monitor Ones.”
Enjoy The Music - A2 Review
"They sound quite good not just when sitting in front of them, but also when outside the room and listening in. Some loudspeakers have this 'cone of perfection,' a super small area where everything sounds good, yet the moment you move away from this small 'cone' location the sound goes to crap in a hurry. The Audioengine does not fit into that, fortunately, ever-dwindling category of loudspeakers.”
"They sound quite good not just when sitting in front of them, but also when outside the room and listening in. Some loudspeakers have this 'cone of perfection,' a super small area where everything sounds good, yet the moment you move away from this small 'cone' location the sound goes to crap in a hurry. The Audioengine does not fit into that, fortunately, ever-dwindling category of loudspeakers.”
Digital Trends - A2 Review
"Audioengine recently announced the little brother to the A5, the A2 desktop speaker set. The A2 speakers are roughly half the size of the A5 and don't put out quite as much power, but seem to have just as much intensity per cubic inch as the A5's. If it wasn't for the solid reputation Audioengine has built for itself, it'd be very hard to believe that the A2 speakers can pump out a hefty 60W peak power. Which is anywhere from two to five times that of other 2.0 desktop speakers."
"Audioengine recently announced the little brother to the A5, the A2 desktop speaker set. The A2 speakers are roughly half the size of the A5 and don't put out quite as much power, but seem to have just as much intensity per cubic inch as the A5's. If it wasn't for the solid reputation Audioengine has built for itself, it'd be very hard to believe that the A2 speakers can pump out a hefty 60W peak power. Which is anywhere from two to five times that of other 2.0 desktop speakers."
Real HT Info - A2 Review (Podcast)
"These are fantastic little speakers that put 99% of Computer Speakers and iPod Docks to shame. They even give traditional bookshelves a run for their money, despite having a footprint of only 4" x 5.5". The A2s produce a full sound, complete with good bass, and get loud enough to rock an office, or fill a small/medium room at
slightly lower volumes. At $200 shipped, consider me hugely impressed. Short Version: For this quality of sound, at this size, and at this price, I don't know of any competition for the A2."
Episode 015, review starts at 01:47.
"These are fantastic little speakers that put 99% of Computer Speakers and iPod Docks to shame. They even give traditional bookshelves a run for their money, despite having a footprint of only 4" x 5.5". The A2s produce a full sound, complete with good bass, and get loud enough to rock an office, or fill a small/medium room at
slightly lower volumes. At $200 shipped, consider me hugely impressed. Short Version: For this quality of sound, at this size, and at this price, I don't know of any competition for the A2."
Episode 015, review starts at 01:47.
iOnMac - A2 Review
"Audioengine has done it again. After wowing us with the A2’s big brother the A5, Audioengine has once again made us drool just a little with the sound and style of the newest addition to their line up, the A2. Audioengine has an eye for design, and that is a fact. All of the style that went in to the A5 is back again in a speaker that is 1/3 the size of it’s big brother. Upon first opening the box you will see that everything is wrapped up in to soft cloth pouches."
"Audioengine has done it again. After wowing us with the A2’s big brother the A5, Audioengine has once again made us drool just a little with the sound and style of the newest addition to their line up, the A2. Audioengine has an eye for design, and that is a fact. All of the style that went in to the A5 is back again in a speaker that is 1/3 the size of it’s big brother. Upon first opening the box you will see that everything is wrapped up in to soft cloth pouches."
ProductWiki - A2 Review
"Audioengine A2 are high-quality powered speakers designed to be hooked up to your media player or computer. They are marketed as the "little brother" to the popular Audioengine A5 speakers, retailing for $150 cheaper, coming in at around $200."
"Audioengine A2 are high-quality powered speakers designed to be hooked up to your media player or computer. They are marketed as the "little brother" to the popular Audioengine A5 speakers, retailing for $150 cheaper, coming in at around $200."
Enjoy the Music.com - A2 coverage at the Stereophile Home Entertainment Show 2007
"...the bass response caused me to look around for the proverbial phantom sub.These little grenades deserve a closer look if small size is of the essence. It is targeted as a desktop computer speaker, but it is a small stretch to see these sold in a five-pack for surround sound application in a small room."
"...the bass response caused me to look around for the proverbial phantom sub.These little grenades deserve a closer look if small size is of the essence. It is targeted as a desktop computer speaker, but it is a small stretch to see these sold in a five-pack for surround sound application in a small room."
Affordable$$Audio - AW1 "Best of 2008"
Its broadcast distance puts every other system to shame, including the Sonos. The gang at Audioengine has a winner on their hands
Its broadcast distance puts every other system to shame, including the Sonos. The gang at Audioengine has a winner on their hands
Techgage - AW1 Wireless Audio System, Editor's Choice Award
Audioengine's W1 wireless audio system is a practical and good-sounding way to enjoy your music in another room without pulling an unsightly cable across the floor, or attempting to route a cable through your wall.
Audioengine's W1 wireless audio system is a practical and good-sounding way to enjoy your music in another room without pulling an unsightly cable across the floor, or attempting to route a cable through your wall.
Audioholics - AW1 - Consumer Excellence Award Winner
"The Audioengine W1(AW1) provides premium wireless transmission for all your music. Transfer music wirelessly from any audio device or computer to your Audioengine powered speakers or stereo receiver."
"The Audioengine W1(AW1) provides premium wireless transmission for all your music. Transfer music wirelessly from any audio device or computer to your Audioengine powered speakers or stereo receiver."
BPM Magazine - W1 Review
"We experienced no interference or dropouts in the signal, even though we’re located in a busy WiFi area with tons of cell phone users, microwaves and other potential interference devices."
"We experienced no interference or dropouts in the signal, even though we’re located in a busy WiFi area with tons of cell phone users, microwaves and other potential interference devices."
Digital Reviews - AW1 Review
"Some may think <the AW1> is pricey at first glance, but if you think about the versatility in being able to use this product in multiple situations, you will find that it is worth it."
"Some may think <the AW1> is pricey at first glance, but if you think about the versatility in being able to use this product in multiple situations, you will find that it is worth it."
ExtremeTech - AW1 Review
"It all works very well, and offers surprising range..."
"It all works very well, and offers surprising range..."
Unplggd - AW1 Review
"No hum, pops, or any strange artifacts during our listening test - just pure audio bliss."
"No hum, pops, or any strange artifacts during our listening test - just pure audio bliss."
Modsynergy - AW1 Review
"The AW1 deserves an Editors Choice Award for its superior implementation of basic functionality – wirelessly transmitting an audio signal with performance equal to a physical cable."
"The AW1 deserves an Editors Choice Award for its superior implementation of basic functionality – wirelessly transmitting an audio signal with performance equal to a physical cable."
MacVoices - AW1 Review
Audio MP3: Brady of Audioengine covers how their company started with some Apple DNA, and profiles their new AW1, their wireless solution that works with any speaker system.
Audio MP3: Brady of Audioengine covers how their company started with some Apple DNA, and profiles their new AW1, their wireless solution that works with any speaker system.
The Tech Lounge - AW1 Review
"Until the standards change, this wireless audio solution (not said mockingly) is the de-facto best solution. Without a doubt the best transmitter set."
"Until the standards change, this wireless audio solution (not said mockingly) is the de-facto best solution. Without a doubt the best transmitter set."
Baltimore Sun - AW1 Review
"The AW1, with its simple setup and clean sound, is a new way to distribute music around the house, even outside, without spending a lot of money."
"The AW1, with its simple setup and clean sound, is a new way to distribute music around the house, even outside, without spending a lot of money."
Mac Observer - AW1, A2, and A5 Reviews (audio) Apple Weekly Report #124.
Review starts at 36:45.
Review starts at 36:45.
TheTechLounge - AW1 Review
"With a wireless sound system, the best possible performance would mean that you can't tell wireless from wired. In that sense, Audioengine's W1s have achieved the best possible result. As far as nit-picking goes, $150 buys a lot of wire, or... the best wireless kit on the market."
"With a wireless sound system, the best possible performance would mean that you can't tell wireless from wired. In that sense, Audioengine's W1s have achieved the best possible result. As far as nit-picking goes, $150 buys a lot of wire, or... the best wireless kit on the market."
Maccast - AW1 Review (audio)
"No delay - that's what I was most impressed with. Anyone who uses Airport Express knows that when you hit play on iTunes it takes a few seconds for the audio to reach the speakers. With AW1, the audio starts playing immediately. It sounded great."
Review starts at 24:39.
"No delay - that's what I was most impressed with. Anyone who uses Airport Express knows that when you hit play on iTunes it takes a few seconds for the audio to reach the speakers. With AW1, the audio starts playing immediately. It sounded great."
Review starts at 24:39.
Register Hardware - AW1 Review
"The AW1 sets out to transmit music wirelessly at CD quality, and it achieves that. CDs sounded like CDs, not MP3 files. High quality wireless music streaming that's quick and easy to use."
"The AW1 sets out to transmit music wirelessly at CD quality, and it achieves that. CDs sounded like CDs, not MP3 files. High quality wireless music streaming that's quick and easy to use."
Gadgeteer - AW1 Review
"It's hard to find fault with this product because I really like how easy it is to set up with any existing gear that you already have, and how great the audio quality is while using them. I highly recommend them."
"It's hard to find fault with this product because I really like how easy it is to set up with any existing gear that you already have, and how great the audio quality is while using them. I highly recommend them."
Macworld - AW1 Review
"In terms of delivering an uninterrupted stream of music, the W1 bests the (Airport) Express because it doesn’t have to deal with network issues. ..if you need more from an audio streaming setup—to stream music from your iPod or iPhone, or from a stereo receiver here to speakers over there—the W1 is a worthwhile way to go."
"In terms of delivering an uninterrupted stream of music, the W1 bests the (Airport) Express because it doesn’t have to deal with network issues. ..if you need more from an audio streaming setup—to stream music from your iPod or iPhone, or from a stereo receiver here to speakers over there—the W1 is a worthwhile way to go."
MacMerc.com - AW1 Review
"The Audioengine AW1s are truely an amazing product, and there's not one thing I would change about them. I would highly recommend them to all, and I can not wait to see more innovations such as this one come out of Audioengine in the future."
"The Audioengine AW1s are truely an amazing product, and there's not one thing I would change about them. I would highly recommend them to all, and I can not wait to see more innovations such as this one come out of Audioengine in the future."
Switching to Mac - AW1 Review
"Put simply, for $149 US, you get a very simple wireless solution for your audio wireless needs without sacrificing audio quality."
"Put simply, for $149 US, you get a very simple wireless solution for your audio wireless needs without sacrificing audio quality."
Tech2 - AW1 Review
"(The AW1 is) way better than any wireless speakers or nifty gadgets I've come across in the past. Yes, this is true audio stuff."
"(The AW1 is) way better than any wireless speakers or nifty gadgets I've come across in the past. Yes, this is true audio stuff."
Macworld - AW1 Review
"The sound from the speakers I attached to the (AW1) receiver sounded as good as a wired connection... It performed beautifully in each configuration."
"The sound from the speakers I attached to the (AW1) receiver sounded as good as a wired connection... It performed beautifully in each configuration."
Sound & Vision - AW1 Review
"At $149, the system seems to be a good compromise between flexibility and affordability and doesn't require any new software on your PC."
"At $149, the system seems to be a good compromise between flexibility and affordability and doesn't require any new software on your PC."
Gadgets Weblog - AW1 Review
"I streamed music from iTunes in my office to the receiver in my family room, which then piped that music through the in-house sound system-including the speakers in my office. Seems really silly to send a signal all over creation just to get to the speakers 5 feet away from me, but it does demonstrate how well it works! "
"I streamed music from iTunes in my office to the receiver in my family room, which then piped that music through the in-house sound system-including the speakers in my office. Seems really silly to send a signal all over creation just to get to the speakers 5 feet away from me, but it does demonstrate how well it works! "
Gadget Review - AW1 Review
"Super easy to use. Your grandma could set these things up. I was literally wirelessly streaming music within 2 minutes of opening the box. The only complicated part is deciding how you wanna set them up."
"Super easy to use. Your grandma could set these things up. I was literally wirelessly streaming music within 2 minutes of opening the box. The only complicated part is deciding how you wanna set them up."
Stereophile - AW1 Review
"...while listening, there were no interruptions of the AW1's signal, no audible network problems, and no extraneous noise. Additionally, the little AW1 modules rapidly linked up with each other
every time."
"...while listening, there were no interruptions of the AW1's signal, no audible network problems, and no extraneous noise. Additionally, the little AW1 modules rapidly linked up with each other
every time."
Chicago Tribune - AW1 Review
"The AW1, with its simple setup and clean sound, is a new way to distribute music around the house, even outside, without spending a lot of money."
"The AW1, with its simple setup and clean sound, is a new way to distribute music around the house, even outside, without spending a lot of money."
Top Review Shop - AW1 Review
"The Audioengine AW1 is one of the few products that I have ever tested that lives up to all of the marketing claims - it provides an extremely simple, easy to setup wireless music streaming solution that does not sacrifice one iota of sound quality."
"The Audioengine AW1 is one of the few products that I have ever tested that lives up to all of the marketing claims - it provides an extremely simple, easy to setup wireless music streaming solution that does not sacrifice one iota of sound quality."
Secrets of Home Theater and High Fidelity - AW1 Review
"Sound quality was as claimed, good CD quality. Setup or lack thereof is another tremendous benefit to the W1; it's simply plug and play, no software to install. My laptop found it through the USB connector, and immediately transmitted."
"Sound quality was as claimed, good CD quality. Setup or lack thereof is another tremendous benefit to the W1; it's simply plug and play, no software to install. My laptop found it through the USB connector, and immediately transmitted."
Affordable Audio - AW1 Review
"Once in a while I get in a product for review that is combines cutting edge, multiple uses, and ease of use that I know will be a huge hit. The Audioengine AW1 is just that product. It offers so much that it has the potential to open a whole new wave of gadget and uses."
"Once in a while I get in a product for review that is combines cutting edge, multiple uses, and ease of use that I know will be a huge hit. The Audioengine AW1 is just that product. It offers so much that it has the potential to open a whole new wave of gadget and uses."
Enjoy the Music - AW1 Review
"If you desire an easy to use, impressive sounding wireless signal transfer system then the Audioengine W1 should be on your short list. At $149 it is nearly a freebie when you consider the cost of a good interconnect cable."
"If you desire an easy to use, impressive sounding wireless signal transfer system then the Audioengine W1 should be on your short list. At $149 it is nearly a freebie when you consider the cost of a good interconnect cable."
Gadget Madness - AW1 Review
"If you're looking for a simple and elegant solution to send wireless audio that "just works" look no further than the Audioengine W1 Premium Wireless Audio Adapter."
"If you're looking for a simple and elegant solution to send wireless audio that "just works" look no further than the Audioengine W1 Premium Wireless Audio Adapter."
Home Entertainment - AW1 Review
"Simple, cheap, and a handy gadget. Sign me up."
"Simple, cheap, and a handy gadget. Sign me up."
Fresh Arrival - AW1 Review
"In my testing, they work brilliantly, and couldn’t be simpler to set up and use. Each time I tested a new configuration, the AW1s connected to each other instantly and I was able to enjoy what seemed like CD quality sound throughout FreshArrival Labs..."
"In my testing, they work brilliantly, and couldn’t be simpler to set up and use. Each time I tested a new configuration, the AW1s connected to each other instantly and I was able to enjoy what seemed like CD quality sound throughout FreshArrival Labs..."
TheTechLounge - AW1 Review
"With a wireless sound system, the best possible performance would mean that you can't tell wireless from wired. In that sense, Audioengine's W1s have achieved the best possible result. As far as nit-picking goes, $150 buys a lot of wire, or... the best wireless kit on the market."
"With a wireless sound system, the best possible performance would mean that you can't tell wireless from wired. In that sense, Audioengine's W1s have achieved the best possible result. As far as nit-picking goes, $150 buys a lot of wire, or... the best wireless kit on the market."
Maccast - AW1 Review (audio)
"No delay - that's what I was most impressed with. Anyone who uses Airport Express knows that when you hit play on iTunes it takes a few seconds for the audio to reach the speakers. With AW1, the audio starts playing immediately. It sounded great."
Review starts at 24:39.
"No delay - that's what I was most impressed with. Anyone who uses Airport Express knows that when you hit play on iTunes it takes a few seconds for the audio to reach the speakers. With AW1, the audio starts playing immediately. It sounded great."
Review starts at 24:39.
What Hifi? - AS8 Review
"This is a well-made, solid sounding, weighty subwoofer, with the potential for a wireless twist. So it's another thumbs-up for the chaps at Audioengine..."
"This is a well-made, solid sounding, weighty subwoofer, with the potential for a wireless twist. So it's another thumbs-up for the chaps at Audioengine..."
iProng
AW2 and A5 make it on the "iProng 50" list of top iPhone and iPod accessories while A2 gets an honorable mention.
AW2 and A5 make it on the "iProng 50" list of top iPhone and iPod accessories while A2 gets an honorable mention.
Tone Audio - Audioengine W2, Product of the Year, Budget Fun
"Using Apple’s Cover Flow mode on an iPod Touch or iPhone feels like you have a baby Sooloos in the palm of your hands."
"Using Apple’s Cover Flow mode on an iPod Touch or iPhone feels like you have a baby Sooloos in the palm of your hands."
Macsparky - AW2 "Macworld 2009 Best iPod Accessory"
"(The AW2) was the best iPod accessory at Macworld this year giving you a pain-free wireless solution."
"(The AW2) was the best iPod accessory at Macworld this year giving you a pain-free wireless solution."
iPhoneWorld - W2 Review
"...if you are itching to go wireless, but don’t want to compromise on sound quality, then the Audioengine W2 will
be like a miracle worker."
"...if you are itching to go wireless, but don’t want to compromise on sound quality, then the Audioengine W2 will
be like a miracle worker."
Audio Video Revolution - W2 Review
"The AW2 is an elegant and simple solution for wireless iPod enjoyment. I really like how it turns the iPod into a mobile remote and keeps it in the user's hand – where it belongs."
"The AW2 is an elegant and simple solution for wireless iPod enjoyment. I really like how it turns the iPod into a mobile remote and keeps it in the user's hand – where it belongs."
Macenstein - AW2 Review
"The coolest thing about the AW2 is that it in effect turns your iPhone or iPod touch into a touch screen remote with coverflow."
"The coolest thing about the AW2 is that it in effect turns your iPhone or iPod touch into a touch screen remote with coverflow."
ChannelWeb - AW2 Review
"Audioengine compares the W2 to a "dockless dock" and that is probably the most accurate way to describe its functionality. It works exactly the same way as Apple's universal dock and merely eliminates the connecting cable."
"Audioengine compares the W2 to a "dockless dock" and that is probably the most accurate way to describe its functionality. It works exactly the same way as Apple's universal dock and merely eliminates the connecting cable."
Positive Feedback - AW2 Review
"The W2 sounds quite nice and does what one wants: to get the music off an iPod and into the room as easily as is possible and do so with as little sonic degradation as is possible."
"The W2 sounds quite nice and does what one wants: to get the music off an iPod and into the room as easily as is possible and do so with as little sonic degradation as is possible."
The MacCore - AW2 Review
"Audioengine has created the year’s coolest audio gadget."
"Audioengine has created the year’s coolest audio gadget."
Vineberg - AW2 Review
"You want these things to be plug and play. W2 succeeds flawlessly. If you're looking to get more value from your iPod, pick up the W2."
"You want these things to be plug and play. W2 succeeds flawlessly. If you're looking to get more value from your iPod, pick up the W2."
Boston Herald - AW2 Review
"The W2 system has the exact same crystal clear, uninterrupted sound of the W1."
"The W2 system has the exact same crystal clear, uninterrupted sound of the W1."
Audio-Zeal Blog - AW2 2008 Rocky Mountain Audio Fest Coverage
"Audioengine has created the year’s coolest audio gadget."
"Audioengine has created the year’s coolest audio gadget."
Gadget Review - AW2 Review
"Audioengine’s W2 iPod wireless adapter is like the killer app every iPod owner should have."
"Audioengine’s W2 iPod wireless adapter is like the killer app every iPod owner should have."
MacReviewcast #192 - AW2 Review
Check out what Tim Verpoorten says about the AW2. Review starts at 15:28
Check out what Tim Verpoorten says about the AW2. Review starts at 15:28
Gadget Weekly - AW2 Review
"Cecilia Bartoli sounded great without sounding harsh. Gotterdammerung’s Brunhilde sent shivers down my spine, but my ears weren’t ringing."
"Cecilia Bartoli sounded great without sounding harsh. Gotterdammerung’s Brunhilde sent shivers down my spine, but my ears weren’t ringing."
Gadget Grid - AW2 Review
"Simply plug the sender into the bottom of the iPod and attach the receiver to the stereo, boom box or even the car stereo (that’s right, wireless in the car!)."
"Simply plug the sender into the bottom of the iPod and attach the receiver to the stereo, boom box or even the car stereo (that’s right, wireless in the car!)."
Uncrate - AW2 Review
"The uncompressed sound uses Wi-Fi technology instead of Bluetooth or FM signals, and is pretty remarkable."
"The uncompressed sound uses Wi-Fi technology instead of Bluetooth or FM signals, and is pretty remarkable."
Affordable$$Audio - AW2 Review
"How does the sound quality rate? One word, exceptional!"
"How does the sound quality rate? One word, exceptional!"
What's on iPhone - AW2 Review
"There's no question that the device works as advertised and does so quite well. Overall, this is one product that more than lives up to its description."
"There's no question that the device works as advertised and does so quite well. Overall, this is one product that more than lives up to its description."
Audiophiliac - P4 Review
"The P4 really shined with playing music. I can imagine it'll be a hit with up and coming audiophiles."
"The P4 really shined with playing music. I can imagine it'll be a hit with up and coming audiophiles."
Digital Home Thoughts - AP4 Review
"These passive speakers are capable of producing big sound without taking up much space. After a couple of hours with the AP4's, I switched my system back to my Wharfdale EVO2's and honestly felt the little AP4's met the performance of the larger, free standing Wharfdales."
"These passive speakers are capable of producing big sound without taking up much space. After a couple of hours with the AP4's, I switched my system back to my Wharfdale EVO2's and honestly felt the little AP4's met the performance of the larger, free standing Wharfdales."
Audio Video Revolution - AP4 Review
"There's a lot to like about the AP4s. These mighty mites excel at reproducing voices and instruments in space. Bright highs and uncluttered midrange are two of the speaker's greatest strengths."
"There's a lot to like about the AP4s. These mighty mites excel at reproducing voices and instruments in space. Bright highs and uncluttered midrange are two of the speaker's greatest strengths."
What Hi-Fi? - AP4 Press
"The AP4 is designed as a high-performance bookshelf speaker with the same looks and sound as its powered brethren."
"The AP4 is designed as a high-performance bookshelf speaker with the same looks and sound as its powered brethren."
Press Releases:
Audioengine Announces Audioengine P4
DALLAS, TX - June 25, 2009 - Audioengine today announced the release of the Audioengine P4 Premium Passive Bookshelf Speakers. The Audioengine P4 (AP4) is a high-performance bookshelf speaker pair with the same great looks and sound as Audioengine’s award-winning powered speakers. Beautiful, small, and affordable, AP4 is the perfect choice for your living room, bedroom or office and an ideal surround speaker for use with other Audioengine speakers in your home theater or stereo system.
DALLAS, TX - June 25, 2009 - Audioengine today announced the release of the Audioengine P4 Premium Passive Bookshelf Speakers. The Audioengine P4 (AP4) is a high-performance bookshelf speaker pair with the same great looks and sound as Audioengine’s award-winning powered speakers. Beautiful, small, and affordable, AP4 is the perfect choice for your living room, bedroom or office and an ideal surround speaker for use with other Audioengine speakers in your home theater or stereo system.
Audioengine Introduces W2 Premium Wireless Adapter for iPod
FORT COLLINS, CO - December 5, 2008 - Audioengine today announced the release of the Audioengine W2 Premium Wireless Adapter for iPod. The Audioengine W2 turns your iPod into the Ultimate Wireless Remote, allowing you to play all your songs wirelessly from your iPod to any stereo system without any compromise in audio quality.
FORT COLLINS, CO - December 5, 2008 - Audioengine today announced the release of the Audioengine W2 Premium Wireless Adapter for iPod. The Audioengine W2 turns your iPod into the Ultimate Wireless Remote, allowing you to play all your songs wirelessly from your iPod to any stereo system without any compromise in audio quality.
Audioengine Announces A5N in Solid Bamboo
SAN FRANCISCO, CA - March 28, 2008 - Audioengine puts an eco-friendly spin on its original Audioengine 5 active speaker system with the release of the A5N Bamboo. The new Audioengine 5N includes all of the simple but useful features and same signature sound of the award- winning A5, now wrapped in rock-solid and beautifully hand-finished bamboo cabinets.
SAN FRANCISCO, CA - March 28, 2008 - Audioengine puts an eco-friendly spin on its original Audioengine 5 active speaker system with the release of the A5N Bamboo. The new Audioengine 5N includes all of the simple but useful features and same signature sound of the award- winning A5, now wrapped in rock-solid and beautifully hand-finished bamboo cabinets.
Audioengine Announces Audioengine 2
NASHVILLE, TN - October 20, 2007 - Audioengine proudly announces the release of the Audioengine 2 Premium Desktop Multimedia Speaker system. “The Audioengine 2 is a step forward in multimedia speaker design and an affordable upgrade for your computer audio” says Brady Bargenquast, co-founder. “Just as with the Audioengine 5 powered bookshelf speakers introduced last year, we wanted to bring the same quality and performance not seen in speakers of this price range”
NASHVILLE, TN - October 20, 2007 - Audioengine proudly announces the release of the Audioengine 2 Premium Desktop Multimedia Speaker system. “The Audioengine 2 is a step forward in multimedia speaker design and an affordable upgrade for your computer audio” says Brady Bargenquast, co-founder. “Just as with the Audioengine 5 powered bookshelf speakers introduced last year, we wanted to bring the same quality and performance not seen in speakers of this price range”
Audioengine 5 New Features
REDMOND, WA - September 20, 2006 - Audioengine announces new features and color. The award-winning Audioengine 5 delivers incredible audiophile-quality sound and includes features and premium quality construction at a price that sets a new standard for powered bookshelf speakers.
REDMOND, WA - September 20, 2006 - Audioengine announces new features and color. The award-winning Audioengine 5 delivers incredible audiophile-quality sound and includes features and premium quality construction at a price that sets a new standard for powered bookshelf speakers.
Audioengine Announces Audioengine 5
SAN FRANCISCO, CA - Jan 15, 2006 - Audioengine introduces its first consumer speaker system designed specifically for iPod and other portable audio players. The Audioengine 5 delivers astonishing audiophile-quality sound and includes features and construction at a price that sets a new standard for powered speakers....
SAN FRANCISCO, CA - Jan 15, 2006 - Audioengine introduces its first consumer speaker system designed specifically for iPod and other portable audio players. The Audioengine 5 delivers astonishing audiophile-quality sound and includes features and construction at a price that sets a new standard for powered speakers....
The Audioengine’s are hands-down the best powered speakers I have, besting the not shabby Aego Ms and the quirky Monsoons.
- Scott A
- Scott A
I just received my AW1… you just saved my day (maybe life) for creating the coolest streaming DJ solution with super sound and no cables.
- Pelle
- Pelle
I don't think I've ever written a review on anything, but your speakers are incredible, even more so for the price. The clarity, bass, and imaging make it a lot of fun to really listen to music again. Keep up the great work.
- John S
- John S
I just got the A5 speakers and I must say they sound awesome. I see how you guys have a hard time explaining how the bass is all there without being over the top. I’ve never owned a quality pair of speakers like this before and I can’t tell you how happy I am with the purchase.
- Mike
- Mike
I had heard the A2's at Audio Symphony in San Francisco and read a bunch of reviews on the A5's, so figured I'd treat myself right. I am so happy with my purchase.
- William
- William
I listened to a pair of A5's last week and I am very impressed… BLOWN AWAY is more like it. I compared them to similar items from M-Audio and Mackie and the A5's appear to offer the best solution in this price range.
- Geoffrey
- Geoffrey
After some research and reading countless reviews I thought I'd take a chance on your AW1 Wireless Audio Adapter and wow, I'm glad I did. What a pleasure it is to purchase a product that not only performs as advertised, but also performs as stated in said reviews. I have to say I'm stunned by the quality of sound I'm hearing.
- James M
- James M
I'm using the AW1 to play music through my laptop and home theater gear and set up couldn't have been easier. What (the AW1) has revealed to me sounds like wired audio, NOT wireless. Fantastic.
- Morgan
- Morgan
I'm writing to let you know that we really enjoy your speakers. I hooked them up to my TV and also iTunes through Airport Express. They sound better then my Bose system.
- J&S
- J&S
For the last 2 years I’ve been trying to get music wirelessly from my computer to my music system. I’ve tried a number of Wi-Fi gadgets that were supposed to be the second coming. It had been maddening trying to get the devices to work with Vista, my router, etc. Now comes your W1 wireless audio adapter. I plugged the USB sender into the computer. Plugged the receiver into my stereo and viola, it played music immediately from my computer (setup took about 5 minutes from beginning to end). It works and the music is very good quality.
- D Thomas
- D Thomas
I am not often impressed by stereo equipment I can actually afford but I have to say right out of the box these speakers are amazing. At this price point and at 4 times as much, I couldn't recommend them highly enough.
- Keith
- Keith
I bought a pair of A2 last week from Echo Audio in Portland and these are some of the most awesome speakers I’ve heard in a long time. I’ve been a professional audio engineer for 15 years and own a ton of studio monitors and the A2 blows away all the monitors I have. I will be replacing my JBL LSR that sit on my live console with a pair of A5's. Your product makes me excited about listening to music again!
- Sean Q
- Sean Q
I was able to order and receive a pair of Audioengine 5's from Hi Def Lifestyle and wanted to tell you your speakers are great… one of the best purchases I've ever made.
- Jamie H
- Jamie H
I just wanted to say I purchased a pair of your A5 speakers and hands down they are the best pair of bookshelf/PC speakers I have heard in a long time. They are well worth every penny I spent. I can’t wait to purchase the S8 subwoofer to go with them. Keep up the good work.
- Neil
- Neil
I wanted to let you know that my recent purchase of a pair of the A2B speakers was a great choice. The sound quality is superb, connecting them to my computer was easy (good directions) and I love the fact that they are self-powered. I'm now considering buying the subwoofer to complete the system (not to say that the A2Bs bass is lacking....I just like to vibrate!) Great engineering! Great price! Great customer service!
- Barry S
- Barry S
A couple of months ago I purchased a pair of A5's for my IPod... and just one day after they arrived my whole stereo went into boxes and up to the attic. Your stuff is just great!!
- Uwe W
- Uwe W
My Audioengine A5B speakers arrived today. I couldn't be more pleased with the sound of these great little speakers. They sound awesome! I have varied tastes in music, from classical to hard rock and these speakers handle it all with amazing clarity and presence.
- William
- William
Some of my colleagues bought the Bose MusicMonitor. Bad decision. If you're looking to spend that much money ($350-400) for computer speakers, check out Audioengine's A5B's - nothing comes close, and the Bose MusicMonitor isn't even in the same galaxy.
- Mervin
- Mervin
The A2's arrived safe & sound. They work perfectly and sound incredible for such small little boxes. Nice touches on the packing and apparent care & thought that has gone into this product. I'll be checking out other Audioengine products in the future.
- Mike
- Mike
I was searching the web for the best multimedia speakers at a budget price. The Audioengine 2 speakers kept coming up in my searches as the top recommendation. I was wavering between the Swan D1080MkII and the Audioengine A2's, but decided on the A2's because of the glowing reviews all over the web.
- William J
- William J
I just received my Audioengine 2's and I must say...wow. Upon connecting my MP3 player, it was astounding. The imaging just to the sides of my computer monitor is wonderful. Congratulations on an excellent product and I'll be sure to pass the good news all around… for people already happy with their Tivoli and Boston radios; watch out!
- Paul P
I've never taken the time to write a company about their product unless I have a problem with it, but I'm making an exception in this case. I took the leap and purchased the Audioengine 5 speakers to replace my Klipsch setup on my computer. After having them for over a month, I am constantly amazed by their sound quality. Thanks for making a great product and selling it for an unbeatable price.
- Charlie
- Charlie
Heard about Audioengine at Huppins HIFi. A salesman recommended them over Bose and I agreed that the Audioengines sounded better.
- Gene S.
- Gene S.
This is my second set of Audioengine speakers. I first read about them in a review in PC Magazine. I was going to buy the new Bose speakers, but your price beat the Bose.
- Tom D.
- Tom D.
Incredible! I received my pair of A2's on Wednesday and my jaw is still dragging on the floor. Simply amazing. I listened to a few LP's through a Grado Sonata and DIY phone pre and it just blew me away. I can only imagine how it's bigger brother sounds.
- Chris K
- Chris K
I recently traded up from the A2 speakers to the A5s, and just wanted to express my satisfaction. I am astonished that you could get these little speakers to make music so enjoyable with such an integrated presentation and dynamic range, at least anywhere near this price-point.
-Derek M
-Derek M
I just bought a pair of the A5’s yesterday, and all I can say is WOW!!!! These are little audiophile giants, from Beethoven to Zeppelin.
- Tom
- Tom
Just got my pair today from Onecall. Bloody hell, these little things are awesome. Just a quick note to say kudos guys. What an incredible product!
- Eric H
- Eric H
I've had my A2s for a couple of months now, connected to my Apple lossless iTunes library via a Fubar III USB DAC, and couldn't be happier. I feel like I have my own personal sound studio in my office. At any volume they offer fantastic clarity and, even some good sound staging from my desk.
- H
- H
I found you guys at a forum I hang out at. One guy has already bought the Audioengine 5's and there are several other people there talking about them. Gotta give you guys props. Not many companies around like yours for sure.
- Charlie
- Charlie
Yesterday I get a pair of the Audioengine 5, and it is impressive what this small speakers are able to perform. I would like to write more about the speakers, but I don't know the English words to describe the A5 :-). Thank you very much for this speaker.
- André S
- André S
I ran across your A2 speakers while searching the net for powered speakers. After reading several user reviews on web sites I concluded that you had the best product to attach to my Squeezebox 3.
- aquantz
- aquantz
I just wanted to tell you how much I am enjoying my speakers! You guys are the future of audio. This product is what I have been looking for for a long time. I have been auditioning speakers for well over 20 yrs using Steely Dan because of their tight production mix, especially the bass and crisp snare drum. These speakers handle everything quite nicely. My best audio purchase since I bought my iPod.
- Bob G
- Bob G
I purchased a pair of Audioengine 2 speakers from you last week. Words can't describe how thrilled I am with the spectacularly accurate audio, along with the tasteful, low key appearance of these speakers. They are indeed exceptional value for the price. I have them connected to a Squeezebox Duet digital music system. The audio quality of this configuration approaches that of my Arcam amplifier and Heybrook HB2 speakers. Thanks for carrying such an amazing product.
- Tim B
- Tim B
Aloha, your speakers arrived today and I have hooked them up to my computer. They are wonderful - sound is incredible. I learned that a definition of quality, either product or service, is when you exceed a customer's expectation - and you have definitely done that. The packaging, bags, wires, and especially your speakers. Incredible. I will definitely tell my friends about this.
- Jacob P
- Jacob P
I read about your great little speakers in Home Theater so I went online to do some research and was very impressed with what I found. EVERYBODY loves your speakers, and that to me is a great selling point, I love reading good reviews by the press and real life users. Thanks for your dedication to making great computer speakers, keep up the good work.
- Rick G
- Rick G
I just received my A2s this morning. THESE SPEAKERS KICK A**!!! All the reviews I read were true. I even went to an audio store in town to listen to them. I am using the A2s in my home office with my laptop. I've been looking for small desktop speakers for a long time. These fit the bill. They have incredible sound. These are the best speakers I've ever had!
- Rose
- Rose
OK, I just received my new A2’s and have been listening for a couple of hours. All I wanted was to get better sound from my PC here in the office at work. Well these things sound great! They are getting better as they start the break in process. This was a wonderful investment; I now have music in the office I can actually listen to. Thanks guys for a great product!
- Larry
- Larry
I bought the A5's some months ago and I'm still blown away. I like bass that I can hear more than the stuff that rattles my bones and I like smooth highs. These A5's deliver in spades. They're worth every penny and more… You should hear Loreena McKennett's "Mystics' Dream", the bass is dynamite and her voice is clear as a bell. Just wanted to thank you guys for creating these little beauties!
- Hal
- Hal
I just received my Audioengine speakers. I've been a professional
musician for 14 years, and I've been testing in-home speakers for the
past year trying to find something that would work with my iPod and my
entertainment system. I bought these speakers simply based on the
reviews that compared them to all the speaker systems that I HAVE been
able to listen to in person, and I'm still blown away. Thank you for such an amazing product at such a killer price!
- Daniel W
- Daniel W
I heard of your speakers through a friend of mine who highly recommended them. He is an audiophile who owns a pair of B&W high-end speakers and when he mentioned he really likes these, I knew they must be good. Also, the web-reviews I've seen all say nothing but great things.
- Dan
- Dan
I couldn't see where I should write a review for the A2, but wanted to give you "mad props". I purchased the A2s with the intent of using it with my iPod nano. But I wanted more. I picked up an NAD C515BEE CD player, and a high-end RCA cable. When I hooked it up to my A2s, I swear angels sang… this blows away anything under a grand that's designed for small rooms. The big test I gave it was the 10,000 Maniacs Unplugged CD, and this setup may be nearly as good as having been at the concert itself.
- Tim M
- Tim M
You could not have devised a better product than the A2s to help new customers transition from mid-fi big-box garbage to true high-fidelity audio. As a person in public relations, I know how to spread news, and I will spread nothing but good news about your product. Seriously, thank you profusely for making good music (one of the most important elements of the human experience) so affordable.
- Matt T
- Matt T
I became aware of your products through ads in audio magazines. The positive reviews, free shipping, and the 30-day trial period all led me to the purchase of the A2s.
-Dave
-Dave
WOW is all I can say! After about 24 hours of break in so far, the A5's
sound incredible, and look great (almost retro) in their bamboo enclosures. By far the most analog and full sound I've ever heard from an iPod, an
iPhone, or a computer... The highs are sweet, the midrange clear but not harsh, and the bass well controlled and surprisingly potent even without the subwoofer. Adding the A8 (which blends really well with the A5's as I expected) just gives me that much more headroom to achieve (without strain) those room filling sound pressure levels I like. Great job! I look forward to ordering your AW1 wireless adapter as soon as it’s available.
- Dave C
- Dave C
I have a friend who got the Bose dock system, and it sounded pretty good. The store where I work sells Apple equipment and got the HiFi when it came out. It sounded better than the Bose (no surprise there) but after having had good stereo equipment years ago, I couldn't believe that those systems could deliver good imaging and separation with speakers in the same cabinet. So I started looking for powered speakers and Audioengine kept coming up. I've considered the purchase for a couple of years and still haven't seen any other product reviewed as well or as often.
- Steve
- Steve
I’ve been fed up with my computer speakers for some time now. I read Robert Reina’s review of these speakers in Stereophile and was very impressed. I spent a considerable amount of time looking for a product like this – you guys are filling a crucial gap in the industry.
-Alan
-Alan
WOW! All I can say is WOW. Santa (aka FedEx) delivered my A5s and I cannot believe the sound that is coming out of these speakers. I am a new homeowner and knew that my days of spending a ton of money on audio equipment were over. To make a long story short, I sold ALL my equipment; Bel Canto, Rega, Totem, and Rotel - and pretty much figured my days of quality audio were over. Thanks for allowing me to still have high quality sound without having to break the bank. I am using the A5's with an Apple TV, with files encoded to either 320AAC or Apple Lossless and I am a very happy man.
- Thomas
- Thomas
I bought a pair of A5s for my new wireless set-up in my house, playing iTunes audio from computer to different speakers in different places in my house. First, I have to tell you: I LOVE the A5s. They sound spectacular, from bottom to top, their response is fantastic, and they look great too. Excellent product, and I don't say that lightly.
- Julian P
- Julian P
I was shopping for home theater speakers in San Francisco from a store called Audio Vision SF… At that time, I was also looking for a good overachieving pair of speakers for use in either the bedroom or study and the salesman showed me the Audioengine 2. I was impressed by the clean and powerful sound from such a small speaker! Afterwards I dug around the net and all the reviews for it was glowing and highly recommended. Thanks again and keep making high value awesome sounding giant killing speakers.
- Erwin
- Erwin
I mentioned to my wife that I would like a pair of your "A2" powered speakers. Well, I just hooked them up to the computer and I am absolutely blown away. What a great product and they are not even broken in yet. I feel a little funny because I'm sitting here at the computer, listening to uncompressed music like I was in the music room with the Audio Research system. Crazy… Nice job guys.
- Tim M
- Tim M
Although I just placed an order for the 2's (the Mrs. is finally going to get some decent sound for her desktop), I wanted to tell you how impressed I am with your operation. Your website is well done, FAQ's are to the point, your product design is brilliant, and of course your pricing is unbelievable!
-B Range
-B Range
I got my A2's Wed. night and haven't stopped listening since (except for going to work!). They absolutely blow away the $250 Bose Companion 3's I replaced. I am very pleased with the purchase.
- Dan
- Dan
Thought you might like to know that I just auditioned the new desktop speakers from Bose - two tiny boxes for the INSANE price of $400! They actually acquit themselves quite well, but they are not worth the money. Bottom line: your speakers have much better bass and mids, the Bose have slightly better highs. Conclusion: the Bose go back, your speakers stay.
-Steve
-Steve
(The A2’s) have assumed the prestigious position as my office speakers! I listen to music for 8-14 hours a day sometimes. They trumped my previous setup consisting of a great little pair of Mission speakers and an old-school Denon receiver.
- Jeremy
- Jeremy
I love the Audioengine A2! I am a band director and have been a long time audiophile and do a lot of recording of bands, orchestras and choir. When I first setup the speakers I was struck by the tone qualities of all the instruments. They were very close to what I heard on stage while conducting. It is almost as deep as my home system but you are talking more than a 20-to-1 price difference. Well, this is getting long so I'm just going to end by saying I am really happy with these speakers. They are as close to audiophile class speaker and amp as you can get for $200.
- Greg O
- Greg O
Today is the day I plan to mark on my calendar as one of those hard to believe but true events. Why you may ask? Well, it is because today I received your speakers. I've read a lot about them before deciding to purchase a pair and can confidently say that all those glorious reviews you may have read about are absolutely true.
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