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Acoustic Energy AE507 Mark II Review
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Main Features

  • 1.1" Dome Tweeter
  • 2 x 5" carbon fibre cone Woofer
  • 1 x 125 mm Passive Radiators
  • 55-28k Hz Frequency Response
  • 90 dB Sensitivity
  • Impedance: 8ohms
  • Power Range: up to 120 watts
  • Weight: 14.99 lbs / 6.80 kg
  • Dimensions(HxWxD): 7.9"x19.7"x4.9" / 200.0 x 500.0 x 125.0mm
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Made by Acoustic Energy · United Kingdom · since 1987 · sold through dealers

Acoustic Energy AE507 Mark II is a 2-way Passive Radiator Center Channel speaker by Acoustic Energy. It was released in November 2026. Center channel speaker is an important component of a home theater system set-up as it delivers the listener significant part of the on-screen dialogue from your television. It features a 1.1" Dome Tweeter and 2 x 5" carbon fibre cone Woofer. AE507 Mark II also employs 1 x 125 mm passive radiators.

Shallow (125 mm) centre, LCR or wall speaker with a passive radiator: two 125 mm carbon fibre cones either side of a 29 mm dome. New to the 500 Series; the original range had no centre. No US price yet.

The speaker has a frequency range of 55-28k Hz and a sensitivity of 90 dB.

Room Size Suitability

The size of the room where you plan to use the AE507 Mark II is a crucial factor in your decision. We have assessed its suitability for various room sizes based on its dimensions and maximum power output:

Listening Environment* Suitability
Near-fieldPoor
Small RoomAverage
Mid-size RoomGood
Large RoomAverage
Very Large RoomPoor

(* Approximate Room sizes: Small < 100sq. ft / 9 m2, Mid-size: 100-220 sq. ft / 9-20 m2, Large 220-400 sq. ft / 20-36 m2, Very Large: > 400 sq. ft / 36 m2. Average Floor Height: 9" / 2.7m. Typical room sizes differ from country to country, and the actual listening experience changes depending on floor height, room shape, surface materials, listening position, speaker locations, etc.)

Acoustic Energy's AE500 Mark II Series of Loudspeakers

AE507 Mark II is a member of Acoustic Energy's AE500 Mark II series of Passive speakers. Below you can see the main specs of these speakers.

See all 4 Acoustic Energy AE500 Mark II models compared »

Acoustic Energy AE500 Mark II Series Speakers
Model Frequency SensitivityImpedance Woofer
AE500 Mark II
Compare
45-26k Hz 87 dB8Ω 1 x 5"
AE509 Mark II
Compare
32-28k Hz 89 dB8Ω 2 x 5"
AE520 Mark II
Compare
28-28k Hz 92 dB6Ω 2 x 6.5"
AE507 Mark II
55-28k Hz 90 dB8Ω 2 x 5"

Frequency Response of the AE507 Mark II Speaker

AE507 Mark II has a Frequency response range of 55-28k Hz and Power Range of up to 120 watts.

Here we have a comparison of how AE507 Mark II's Low frequency value compares with the average, max and min Low frequency values in its class.
Low Frequency
Center Channel Speakers
AE507 Mark II
Min
Average
Median

Crossover frequency of the AE507 Mark II?

The crossover frequency of the AE507 Mark II is set to 2.6kHz. This is the threshold frequency where the higher frequency signals over this level are sent to the tweeter and the lower-frequency signals are sent to the woofer by the crossover component.

AE507 Mark II driver frequency bands55-2.6kWoofer 5"2.6k-28kTweeter 1.1"20501002005001k2k5k10k20k40kHz, log scale

Impedance and Sensitivity

AE507 Mark II's nominal impedance level is 8 ohms and has a sensitivity of 90 dB.

Sensitivity
Center Channel Speakers
AE507 Mark II
Min
Average
Median

8 Ohms is pretty much the standard nominal impedance amongst stereo speakers and amplifiers so Acoustic Energy AE507 Mark II is not considered a difficult to drive speaker from nominal Impedance perspective.

Sensitivity

90dB of the Acoustic Energy AE507 Mark II is an average sensitivity for stereo speaker so it is neither easy nor difficult to drive Sensitivity wise. Work out how loud the AE507 Mark II plays in your room →

What amplifier does the AE507 Mark II need?

At normal listening levels in a medium room, about 7.5–120 W per channel into 8 ohms. Set your own conditions and we will rank every amplifier we cover.

We check power, impedance safety and current delivery - not just watts.

Prefer to browse? See every integrated amplifier we cover.

Input Type

AE507 Mark II features type connectors.

AE507 Mark II External Dimensions and Weight

AE507 Mark II has external dimensions of (Height x Width x Depth) 7.9 x 19.7 x 4.9inch (200.0 x 500.0 x 125.0mm ).

Base Surface Area
Base surface area of a loudspeaker may become a determining factor when the space in your room or desk is limited. The base area of AE507 Mark II is approximately 625.0cm2 / 96.9inch2.

Millimetres are hard to picture, so here is the AE507 Mark II drawn to scale next to the Polk ES35, the closest center channel to it in price that we cover.

Size, drawn to scale

FRONTAE507 Mark II front: 500 x 200 mm (19.7 x 7.9 in)Polk ES35 front: 621 x 107 mm (24.4 x 4.2 in)AE507 Mark II500 × 200 mmPolk ES35621 × 107 mmTOP / FOOTPRINTAE507 Mark II footprint: 500 x 125 mm (19.7 x 4.9 in)Polk ES35 footprint: 621 x 154 mm (24.4 x 6.1 in)AE507 Mark II500 × 125 mmPolk ES35621 × 154 mm
Both speakers and both views share one scale, so everything here is directly comparable. Hover a box for its dimensions.

One scale for both, standing on the same surface and pushed back to the same wall, so the deeper one visibly sticks out further.

Polk ES35 needs about 53% more floor or shelf area. Polk ES35 is 29mm deeper, so it stands that much further out from the wall. AE507 Mark II is 93mm taller.

Full comparison: AE507 Mark II vs Polk ES35 ›

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Weight

The AE507 Mark II weighs 6.80kg / 15lbs per piece. Here is a comparison of how AE507 Mark II's weight compares with the average, max and min weights in its class.

Weight
All Center Channel Speakers
AE507 Mark II
Min
Average
Median

Cabinet type and Materials

AE507 Mark II has a Passive Radiator type cabinet.

Available colors

AE507 Mark II is available in Piano Gloss White, Piano Gloss Black and American Walnut wood veneer.

Does the AE507 Mark II come with a Grille?

AE507 Mark II comes with magnetic grilles. The purpose of the grille is to protect the delicate driver elements from external impacts while still allowing the sound to pass as clearly as possible. Since the included grille of the AE507 Mark II is magnetic type, it is very easy to put it on and off.

Recommended Accessories

Here is a list of accessories that we think you may need for the Acoustic Energy AE507 Mark II.

  • Speaker Cable and Connectors
    • Speaker Cables with Banana Plugs: If you know the lenght of the cable you need, this is the easier option to connect your speakers with your amp.
    • Speaker Cables without Connectors: If you are not sure about the lenght or need longer than standard cables with plugs, choose this option.
    • Banana Connectors and Plugs: If you chose the cables without connectors option or already have some cable around, pick the banana plugs separately.
  • Vibration Isolators: IsoAcoustics isolators are our favorite isolators but you may find more affordable options too.
  • Acoustic Panels and Treatments: Your room is as important as your stereo equipment so acoustic treatments goes a long way in improving the overall performance.

Official Product Page

Official manufacturer's product page for the Acoustic Energy AE507 Mark II speaker can be found below:
Official Product Page for AE507 Mark II

Frequently Asked Questions about Acoustic Energy AE507 Mark II

What amplifier do you need for the AE507 Mark II?

Acoustic Energy rates the AE507 Mark II for up to 120 watts of amplifier power. It is an 8-ohm speaker, the usual nominal load, so almost any amplifier or receiver can drive it.

Is the AE507 Mark II easy to drive?

The AE507 Mark II has a sensitivity of 90 dB. That is high: it goes loud on modest power, so it suits low-powered amplifiers, including valve/tube designs.

Does the AE507 Mark II need a subwoofer?

The AE507 Mark II reaches down to 55Hz (full range 55-28k Hz). That covers most music, though a subwoofer still adds the bottom octave for home theatre.

What drivers does the AE507 Mark II use?

The AE507 Mark II is a 2-way design using a 1.1" Dome tweeter and 2 x 5" carbon fibre cone woofers. It also uses 1 x 125 mm passive radiators to reinforce the low end.

Is the AE507 Mark II sealed or ported?

The AE507 Mark II uses a Passive Radiator enclosure. A passive radiator does the job of a port without the vent noise, which suits compact cabinets.

Does the AE507 Mark II come with grilles?

Yes. The AE507 Mark II comes with removable grilles.

How big and heavy is the AE507 Mark II?

The AE507 Mark II weighs 6.80kg / 15lbs each and measures 7.9 x 19.7 x 4.9inch (HxWxD).


AE507 Mark II Detailed Specifications

General
BrandAcoustic Energy
Full Model NameAcoustic Energy AE507 Mark II
Speaker Type2-way Center Channel
Power Rangeup to 120 watts
Sensitivity90 dB
Impedance8 ohms
Frequency Response55-28k Hz
Release DateNovember 2026
DRIVERS
Woofer Size5-inch
Woofer Compositioncarbon fibre cone
Tweeter Size1.1-inch
Tweeter TypeDome
Crossover freq2.6kHz

CONNECTIONS
PHYSICAL SPECS
Height200.0mm ( 7.9-inch)
Width500.0mm ( 19.7-inch)
Depth125.0mm ( 4.9-inch)
Height200.0mm ( 7.9-inch)
Weight6.8 kg (15 lbs)
EnclosurePassive Radiator
Available ColorsPiano Gloss White,Piano Gloss Black,American Walnut wood veneer
GrilleYes
Moisture ResistanceNo
OTHER
Handheld RemoteNo
Parts Warranty
Labor Warranty
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