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Audioengine A5+N Review
Audioengine A5+N - Front View

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Main Features

  • 0.75" Soft-Dome Tweeter
  • 5" Kevlar Woofer
  • 50-22k Hz Frequency Response
  • 50-watt RMS( 75-watt Peak) Integrated Amplifier
  • No Bluetooth
  • Weight: 9.68 lbs / 4.40 kg
  • Dimensions(HxWxD): 10.875"x7.1888"x9.75" / 276.2 x 182.6 x 247.6mm
MSRP: $469 (list price)
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Audioengine A5+N Review
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Audioengine A5+N is a 2-way Powered Bass Reflex Bookshelf speaker by Audioengine. It was released in 2011. A5+N's built-in amplifier provides 50-watt RMS( 75-watt Peak). The built-in power amplifier saves space & eliminates the need to connect Audioengine A5+N to a stereo receiver or external power amp. It features a 0.75" Soft-Dome Tweeter and 1 x 5" Kevlar Woofer. The speaker has a frequency range of 50-22k Hz. Audioengine A5+N has an MSRP of 469$ per pair.

Audioengine's A Series of Loudspeakers

A5+N is a member of Audioengine's A series of Powered speakers. Audioengine's A range are the brand's popular powered desktop and bookshelf speakers, a plug-and-play choice for computer and turntable setups. Below you can see the main specs of these speakers.

See all 6 Audioengine A models compared »

Audioengine A Series Speakers
Model Frequency Watts RMSMax Depth / Sample Rate Woofer
Audioengine A5+ Wireless
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50-22k Hz 100-watt24-bit/44.1 kHzΩ 1 x 5"
Audioengine A5+
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50-22k Hz 50-watt/Ω 1 x 5"
Audioengine A2+ Wireless
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65-22k Hz 30-watt16-bit/48 kHzΩ 1 x 2.75"
Audioengine A1-MR
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65-22k Hz 30-watt16-bit/48 kHzΩ 1 x 2.75"
Audioengine A1 Wireless
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65-22k Hz 30-watt16-bit/48 kHzΩ 1 x 2.75"
Audioengine A5+N
50-22k Hz 50-watt/Ω 1 x 5"


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Frequency Response of the Audioengine A5+N Speaker

Audioengine A5+N has a Frequency response range of 50-22k Hz. With a minimum frequency of 50 Hz, A5+N delivers moderate bass depth so depending on your use case, you might want to consider adding a subwoofer to your system.

Here we have a comparison of how A5+N's Low frequency value compares with the average, max and min Low frequency values in its class.
Low Frequency
Bookshelf Speakers
Audioengine A5+N
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Average
Median
Thinking about a subwoofer for the Audioengine A5+N?
  • Powered subwoofers under $500 — a similar price range to these speakers
  • Every powered subwoofer we cover, whatever the budget

Audioengine A5+N Back View
Audioengine A5+N Back View

Handheld Remote

Audioengine A5+N comes with a handheld remote which is obviously very useful to control your powered speakers from a distance.

Bluetooth Connectivity

Audioengine A5+N doesn't have bluetooth connectivity feature. In order to play music via bluetooth, you need to attach a bluetooth receiver to your Audioengine A5+N.

Inputs and Outputs

  • 3.5mm Minijack Input
  • RCA Input
  • USB Port: Charge only
  • Wired Subwoofer Output

Audioengine A5+N External Dimensions and Weight

Audioengine A5+N 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+N is approximately 452.1cm2 / 70.1inch2.

Find speakers that fit your shelf or alcove →  ·  Work out where they should sit in the room →

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+N's weight compares with the average, max and min weights in its class.

Weight
All Bookshelf Speakers
Audioengine A5+N
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Average
Median
Weight
Bookshelf Speakers under $500
Audioengine A5+N
Min
Average
Max

Cabinet type and Materials

Audioengine A5+N 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+N 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+N is available in Black, Bamboo and White.

Wall Mounting

A5+N 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+N?

Here are the items that are included inside the box of A5+N:
  • Powered left speaker
  • Passive right speaker
  • 6-feet AC power cord
  • Remote control (with installed CR2025 battery)
  • 12.5-feet Length of 16 gauge speaker wire
  • 6.5-feet Stereo mini-jack cable (3.5mm mini-jack on both ends)
  • 6-feet Stereo RCA cable
  • Cloth drawstring cable bag
  • 2 Cloth drawstring speaker bags
  • Setup guide
  • Audioengine product brochure

Recommended Accessories

Here is a list of accessories that we think you may need for the Audioengine A5+N.

  • 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.
  • 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.

Warranty

3 Years of parts warranty and 3 Years of labor warranty is generally provided by the manufacturer.

Audioengine A5+N Alternatives in Powered Bookshelf Speakers
Model Type Watts RMS Bluetooth Frequency
Audioengine A5+ Wireless
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2-way 100w Built-in 4.0 50-22k Hz
Audioengine A5+
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2-way 50w No 50-22k Hz
Audioengine A1 Wireless
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2-way 30w Built-in 5.0 65-22k Hz
Audioengine A2+ Wireless
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2-way 30w Built-in 5.0 65-22k Hz
Audioengine A1-MR
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2-way 30w Built-in 5.0 65-22k Hz
ELAC Debut DCB41
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2-way 100w Built-in 66-25k Hz
Kanto YU4
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2-way 70w Built-in 4.0 60-20k Hz
Jamo S 801 PM
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2-way 50w Built-in 3.0 76-26k Hz
Frequently Asked Questions about Audioengine A5+N

Does the Audioengine A5+N need an amplifier?

The Audioengine A5+N is an active speaker with a 50-watt RMS built-in amplifier (75-watt peak). You do not need a separate amplifier or receiver - just a source.

Does the Audioengine A5+N need a subwoofer?

The Audioengine A5+N reaches down to 50Hz (full range 50-22k Hz). That covers most music, though a subwoofer still adds the bottom octave for home theatre.

What drivers does the Audioengine A5+N use?

The Audioengine A5+N is a 2-way design using a 0.75" Soft-Dome tweeter and a 5" Kevlar woofer.

Is the Audioengine A5+N sealed or ported?

The Audioengine A5+N uses a Ported enclosure. A ported design uses a tuned vent to get more low-end output from the same driver, but it wants some breathing room behind it.

Can the Audioengine A5+N be wall mounted?

The Audioengine A5+N does not include a wall-mount bracket or keyhole, so it is designed to sit on a stand, shelf or the floor.

How big and heavy is the Audioengine A5+N?

The Audioengine A5+N weighs 4.40kg / 9.7lbs each and measures 10.875 x 7.1888 x 9.75inch (HxWxD).

How much does the Audioengine A5+N cost?

The Audioengine A5+N has a manufacturer's list price (MSRP) of $469 per pair.


Audioengine A5+N Detailed Specifications

General
BrandAudioengine
Full Model NameAudioengine A5+N
Speaker Type2-way Bookshelf
Frequency Response50-22k Hz
Release Date2011
Amplifier Specs
Watts RMS50 watts
Watts Max75 watts
TypeClass AB
Watts by Drivertwo 50-watt class A/B analog amplifiers built into left speaker
DAC Specs
DRIVERS
Woofer Size5-inch
Woofer CompositionKevlar
Tweeter Size0.75-inch
Tweeter TypeSoft-Dome
Port Positionrear
DIGITAL ECOSYSTEM
Amazon AlexaNo
Google AssistantNo
Subwoofer OutputWired

CONNECTIONS
Ethernet PortNo
USB PortCharge only
Aux Input3.5mm, RCA
Phono InputNo
Digital InputNo
HDMI InputNo
Headphone JackNo
BluetoothNo
Wi-FiNo
Wi-Fi BandsNo
Wi-Fi BandsNo
Port Positionrear
PHYSICAL SPECS
Height276.2mm ( 10.875-inch)
Width182.6mm ( 7.1888-inch)
Depth247.6mm ( 9.75-inch)
Height276.2mm ( 10.875-inch)
Weight4.4 kg (9.7 lbs)
EnclosureBass Reflex
Available ColorsBlack, Bamboo, White
Mounting BracketNo
Moisture ResistanceNo
OTHER
Handheld RemoteYes
Parts Warranty3 Years
Labor Warranty3 Years
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