Audioengine A5+ is a 2-way Powered Bass Reflex Bookshelf speaker by Audioengine. A5+'s built-in amplifier provides 50-watt RMS( 75-watt Peak). The built-in power amplifier saves space & eliminates the need to connect Audioengine A5+ to a stereo receiver or external power amp. It features a 0.75" Soft-Dome Tweeter and 1 x 5" Kevlar Woofer. The speaker has a frequency range of 50-22k Hz. Audioengine A5+ has an MSRP of 399$ per pair.
Audioengine's A Series of Loudspeakers
A5+ is a member of Audioengine's A series of Powered speakers. Below you can see the main specs of these speakers.
Audioengine A Series Speakers
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Frequency Response of the Audioengine A5+ Speaker
Audioengine A5+ has a Frequency response range of 50-22k Hz at ±3dB. With a minimum frequency of 50 Hz, A5+ delivers moderate bass depth so depending on your use case, you might want to consider adding a subwoofer to your system.
To focus on the subwoofers that are in a similar price range with Audioengine A5+, check out the Powered Subwoofers under $500. Alternatively, find the Full list of Powered Subwoofers regardless of the price.
Here we have a comparison of how A5+'s Low and High frequency values compare with the average, max and min Low and High frequency values in its class.
Low Frequency
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High Frequency
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Audioengine A5+ Back View
Handheld Remote
Audioengine A5+ comes with a handheld remote which is obviously very useful to control your powered speakers from a distance.
Bluetooth Connectivity
Audioengine A5+ doesn't have bluetooth connectivity feature. In order to play music via bluetooth, you need to attach a bluetooth receiver to your Audioengine A5+.
Inputs and Outputs
- 3.5mm Minijack Input
- RCA Input
- USB Port: Charge only
- Wired Subwoofer Output
Audioengine A5+ External Dimensions and Weight
Audioengine A5+ has external dimensions of (Height x Width x Depth) 10.875 x 7.1888 x 9.75inch (276.2 x 182.6 x 247.6mm ).
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 Audioengine A5+ is approximately 452.1cm2 / 70.1inch2.
Weight The speaker with the built-in amplifier weighs 7.00kg / 15.4lbs whereas the other speaker weighs 4.40kg/ 9.7lbs. Here is a comparison of how A5+'s weight compares with the average, max and min weights in its class.
Weight
All Bookshelf Speakers
Weight
Bookshelf Speakers under $500
Cabinet type and Materials
Audioengine A5+ has a
Bass Reflex type cabinet. Bass Reflex type loudspeakers (aka Ported, Vented or Reflex Port) have enclosures that uses a port, hole or vent cut into the cabinet. Ported designs are generally more efficient than the Sealed designs.
Port Position
Audioengine A5+ is a rear-firing port speaker so you have to make sure you leave enough space between the back of the speaker and wall or bookshelf so that it has room to breathe.
Available colors
Audioengine A5+ is available in Black, Bamboo and White.
Wall Mounting
A5+ doesn't sport any built-in mounting bracket, so you need an external structure to mount it on walls.
What's in the Box of Audioengine A5+?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of A5+:
Powered left speakerPassive right speaker6-feet AC power cordRemote control (with installed CR2025 battery)12.5-feet Length of 16 gauge speaker wire6.5-feet Stereo mini-jack cable (3.5mm mini-jack on both ends)6-feet Stereo RCA cableCloth drawstring cable bag2 Cloth drawstring speaker bagsSetup guideAudioengine product brochure
Audioengine A5+ - What's in the Box
Recommended Accessories
Here is a list of accessories that we think you may need for the Audioengine A5+.
- Vibration Isolators: IsoAcoustics isolators 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.
- Speaker Stands: Stands bring your bookshelf speakers to ideal height (rule of thumb is to have the tweeter level with your ear in your listening position), helps stability and acoustical isolation.
User's Manual
For more information about how to setup, use and maintain the Audioengine A5+, use the direct link below to download the official manual document:
Download User Manual for Audioengine A5+
Official Product Page
Official manufacturer's product page for the Audioengine A5+ speaker can be found below:
Official Product Page for Audioengine A5+
Warranty
3 Years of parts warranty and 3 Years of labor warranty is generally provided by the manufacturer.