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Audioengine A5+ Wireless Review
Audioengine A5+ Wireless

Main Features

  • 0.75" Soft-Dome Tweeter
  • 5" Kevlar Woofer
  • 50-22k Hz Frequency Response
  • 100-watt RMS Integrated Amplifier
  • 24-bit Max Depth / 44.1 kHz Max Sample Rate
  • Built-in 4.0 Bluetooth
  • Weight:9.68 lbs / 4.40 kg
  • Dimensions(HxWxD): 10.875"x7.1875"x9.75" / 276.2 x 182.6 x 247.6mm
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Audioengine A5+ Wireless Review

Audioengine A5+ Wireless is a 2-way Powered Bass Reflex Bookshelf speaker by Audioengine. A5+ Wireless's built-in amplifier provides 100-watt RMS. The built-in power amplifier saves space & eliminates the need to connect Audioengine A5+ Wireless 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+ Wireless has an MSRP of 499$ per pair.

What are the speakers in Audioengine's A Series?

A5+ Wireless 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
Model Frequency Watts RMSMax Depth / Sample Rate Woofer
Audioengine A5+ Wireless
50-22k Hz 100-watt24-bit/44.1 kHzΩ 1 x 5"
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+
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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 A5+N
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50-22k Hz 50-watt/Ω 1 x 5"


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What is the Frequency Response of the Audioengine A5+ Wireless speaker?

Audioengine A5+ Wireless has a Frequency response range of 50-22k Hz. At a minimum frequency of 50 Hz, A5+ Wireless will provide an average bass depth so depending on your use case, you may consider supplementing your system with a subwoofer.

To focus on the subwoofers that are in a similar price range with Audioengine A5+ Wireless, 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+ Wireless's Low and High frequency values compare with the average, max and min Low and High frequency values in its class.
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Audioengine A5+ Wireless Back View
Audioengine A5+ Wireless Back View

Handheld Remote

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

Bluetooth Connectivity

Audioengine A5+ Wireless employs Built-in 4.0 Bluetooth for wireless music streaming from your Bluetooth-enabled devices such as Apple iPod/iPhone/iPad, Android smartphone/tablet, Windows PC, Mac computers/laptops. A5+ Wireless can playback up to 24-bit / 44.1 kHz with compatible devices.

Audioengine A5+ Wireless supports the following Bluetooth Codecs when used with supported devices:

  • aptX HD
  • aptX
  • AAC
  • SBC

Inputs and Outputs

  • 3.5mm Minijack Input
  • RCA Input
  • Wired Subwoofer Output

Audioengine A5+ Wireless External Dimensions and Weight

Audioengine A5+ Wireless has external dimensions of (Height x Width x Depth) 10.875 x 7.1875 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+ Wireless 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+ Wireless's weight compares with the average, max and min weights in its class.

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Bookshelf Speakers under $500
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Cabinet type and Materials

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

Wall Mounting

A5+ Wireless 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+ Wireless?

Here are the items that are included inside the box of A5+ Wireless:
  • Powered left speaker
  • Passive right speaker
  • 6-feet AC power cord
  • Remote control (with installed CR2025 battery)
  • Antenna
  • 12.5-feet Length of 16 gauge speaker wire
  • 6.5-feet Stereo minijack cable
  • 6-feet Stereo RCA cable
  • Cloth drawstring cable bag
  • 2 Cloth drawstring speaker bags
  • Setup guide
  • Audioengine product brochure
  • Audioengine A5+ Wireless  - What's in the Box
    Audioengine A5+ Wireless - What's in the Box

    User's Manual

    For more information about how to setup, use and maintain the Audioengine A5+ Wireless, use the direct link below to download the official manual document:
    Download User Manual for Audioengine A5+ Wireless

    Official Product Page

    Official manufacturer's product page for the Audioengine A5+ Wireless speaker can be found below:
    Official Product Page for Audioengine A5+ Wireless

    Warranty

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

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    Frequently Asked Questions about Audioengine A5+ Wireless
    What is the External Dimensions of Audioengine A5+ Wireless



    Audioengine A5+ Wireless Detailed Specifications

    General
    BrandAudioengine
    Full Model NameAudioengine A5+ Wireless
    Speaker Type2-way Bookshelf
    Frequency Response50-22k Hz
    Amplifier Specs
    Watts RMS100 watts
    TypeClass AB
    Watts by Drivertwo 50-watt class A/B analog amplifiers built into left speaker
    DAC Specs
    Max Digital Audio Bit Depth24-bit
    Max Digital Audio Sample Rate44.1 kHz
    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 PortNo
    Aux Input3.5mm, RCA
    Phono InputNo
    Digital InputNo
    HDMI InputNo
    Headphone JackNo
    BluetoothBuilt-in 4.0
    Bluetooth CodecaptX HD, aptX, AAC, SBC
    Wi-FiNo
    Wi-Fi BandsNo
    Wi-Fi BandsNo
    Port Positionrear
    PHYSICAL SPECS
    Height276.2mm ( 10.875-inch)
    Width182.6mm ( 7.1875-inch)
    Depth247.6mm ( 9.75-inch)
    Height276.2mm ( 10.875-inch)
    Weight4.40kg ( 9.68 lbs)
    EnclosureBass Reflex
    Available ColorsBlack, Bamboo, White
    Mounting BracketNo
    Moisture ResistanceNo
    OTHER
    Handheld RemoteYes
    Parts Warranty3 Years
    Labor Warranty3 Years
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