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Buchardt A500 Review
Buchardt A500

Main Features

  • 0.74" aluminum waveguide Tweeter
  • 6" Midrange
  • 6" paper Woofer
  • 25-40k Hz Frequency Response
  • 450-watt RMS( 1320-watt Peak) Integrated Amplifier
  • 24-bit Max Depth / 192kHZ Max Sample Rate
  • No Bluetooth
  • Weight:19.80 lbs / 9.00 kg
  • Dimensions(HxWxD): 14.4"x7"x11" / 365.0 x 180.0 x 280.0mm

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Buchardt A500 Review
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Buchardt A500 is a 3-way Powered Acoustic Suspension Bookshelf speaker by Buchardt. A500's built-in amplifier provides 450-watt RMS( 1320-watt Peak). The built-in power amplifier saves space & eliminates the need to connect Buchardt A500 to a stereo receiver or external power amp. It features a 0.74" aluminum waveguide Tweeter, 1 x 6" Midrange and 1 x 6" paper Woofer. The speaker has a frequency range of 25-40k Hz. Buchardt A500 has an MSRP of 3850$ per pair.

Buchardt A500  Lifestyle
Buchardt A500 Lifestyle

Buchardt's Active Series of Loudspeakers

A500 is a member of Buchardt's Active series of Powered speakers. Below you can see the main specs of these speakers.

Buchardt Active Series Speakers
Model Frequency Watts RMSMax Depth / Sample Rate Woofer
Buchardt A700
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17-40k Hz 600-watt24-bit/192kHZΩ 4 x 6"
Buchardt A10
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28-40k Hz 200-watt24-bit/192kHZΩ 1 x 6.5"
Buchardt A500
25-40k Hz 450-watt24-bit/192kHZΩ 1 x 6"


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Frequency Response of the Buchardt A500 Speaker

Buchardt A500 has a Frequency response range of 25-40k Hz at ±-1.5dB. With a minimum frequency of 25 Hz, A500 delivers deep bass that will likely satisfy most listeners, especially those who enjoy music. However, movie enthusiasts and music fans who prefer a full range of sound may still benefit from adding a subwoofer.

To focus on the subwoofers that are in a similar price range with Buchardt A500, check out the Powered Subwoofers under $5000. Alternatively, find the Full list of Powered Subwoofers regardless of the price.
Here we have a comparison of how A500's Low and High frequency values compare with the average, max and min Low and High frequency values in its class.
Low Frequency
Bookshelf Speakers
Buchardt A500
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High Frequency
Bookshelf Speakers
Buchardt A500
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As you can see from the chart, Buchardt A500 with its 25 Hz features the lowest Low Frequency level among the Bookshelf speakers in our database, promising a very good bass range.


Crossover frequency of the Buchardt A500?

A500 is a 3-way speaker and its crossover frequency between the woofer and the midrange set to 150Hz and the Crossover frequency between the midrange and the tweeter is set to 1800Hz.

Buchardt A500 Back View
Buchardt A500 Back View

Buchardt A500 Terminals
Buchardt A500's terminals

Bluetooth Connectivity

Buchardt A500 doesn't have bluetooth connectivity feature. In order to play music via bluetooth, you need to attach a bluetooth receiver to your Buchardt A500. A500 can playback up to 24-bit / 192kHZ with compatible devices.

Inputs and Outputs

  • XLR Input
  • USB Port: Service Only
  • Subwoofer Output

Recommended Break In

100 hours.

Buchardt A500 External Dimensions and Weight

Buchardt A500 has external dimensions of (Height x Width x Depth) 14.4 x 7 x 11inch (365.0 x 180.0 x 280.0mm ).

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 Buchardt A500 is approximately 504.0cm2 / 78.1inch2.

To get a better perspective on the real life size of Buchardt A500, let's compare it with a standard size Compact Disc which has a diameter of 4.7inch (120mm).

Buchardt A500 Real Life Body Size Comparison
Buchardt A500 Speaker Size Compared to a Compact Disc

Here we place the Buchardt A500 virtually next to a standard width amplifier and turntable on a BDI Octave Media Cabinet to get a better idea about the size.

Buchardt A500 placed next to an amplifier and turntable
Buchardt A500 Speaker next to an amplifier and turntable

Weight

The Buchardt A500 weighs 9.00kg / 19.8lbs per piece. Here is a comparison of how A500's weight compares with the average, max and min weights in its class.

Weight
All Bookshelf Speakers
Buchardt A500
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Weight
Bookshelf Speakers under $5000
Buchardt A500
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How does the Buchardt A500 compare to the Buchardt A700?

One of the natural alternative to the Buchardt A500 is the A700 which is located one step higher in Buchardt's Powered Bookshelf selection.

Here is a scaled size comparison of these two speakers to give you an idea how their external dimensions compare:

Buchardt A500 vs Buchardt A700 Size Comparison - Front View
Comparison image of Buchardt A500 and Buchardt A700 Size and External Dimensions

Check the Detailed Comparison of Buchardt A500 vs A700 for more details.

Cabinet type and Materials

Buchardt A500 has a Acoustic Suspension type cabinet. Acoustic Suspension loudspeakers aka Sealed speakers have no openings such as ports or slots.. They can be designed smaller, the bass is more accurate and tighter compared to ported designs but doesn't go as low on the lower end in general.

Available colors

Buchardt A500 is available in Black, White and Walnut.

Wall Mounting

A500 doesn't sport any built-in mounting bracket, so you need an external structure to mount it on walls.

Speaker Stands

Buchardt sells a dedicated speaker stand for the A500 with a model name Buchardt Stands. You can check the latest price and availability of these stands at B&H PHOTO and Amazon.

Buchardt Stands for Buchardt A500
Buchardt Stands Speaker Stands for Buchardt A500

Does the Buchardt A500 come with a Grille?

A500 comes with 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.

Recommended Accessories

Here is a list of accessories that we think you may need for the Buchardt A500.

  • 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.

Sales, Return and Warrant Policy

Buchardt sells its speakers only via its

User's Manual

For more information about how to setup, use and maintain the Buchardt A500, use the direct link below to download the official manual document:
Download User Manual for Buchardt A500

Official Product Page

Official manufacturer's product page for the Buchardt A500 speaker can be found below:
Official Product Page for Buchardt A500

Warranty

10 years on speakers / 2 years on electronics (4 years if registered) of parts warranty and 10 years on speakers / 2 years on electronics (4 years if registered) of labor warranty is generally provided by the manufacturer.

Buchardt A500 Alternatives in Powered Bookshelf Speakers
Model Type Watts RMS Bluetooth Frequency
KEF LS50 Wireless II
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2-way 380w Built-in 4.2 45-28k Hz
Buchardt A10
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2-way 200w No 28-40k Hz
Buchardt A700
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3-way 600w No 17-40k Hz
Dynaudio Focus 20 XD
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2-way 300w Optional 39-24k Hz
Buchardt S400 MKII
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2-way 88 dB 4 ohms 33-40k HZ
Sony Signature Series SA-Z1
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2-way 212w No 51-100k Hz
Sonos Five
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2-way - No
KEF LS50 Wireless
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2-way 230w Built-in 4.0 79-28k Hz
Frequently Asked Questions about Buchardt A500
What is the External Dimensions of Buchardt A500

Buchardt A500 Detailed Specifications

General
BrandBuchardt
Full Model NameBuchardt A500
Speaker Type3-way Bookshelf
Suggested Break-in Period100 hours
Frequency Response25-40k Hz
Amplifier Specs
Watts RMS450 watts
Watts Max1320 watts
TypeClass D
Watts by Driver3 x 150-watts
DAC Specs
Max Digital Audio Bit Depth24-bit
Max Digital Audio Sample Rate192kHZ
DRIVERS
Woofer Size6-inch
Woofer Compositionpaper
Tweeter Size0.74-inch
Tweeter Typealuminum waveguide
Midrange Size6-inch
Crossover freq150Hz and 1800Hz
DIGITAL ECOSYSTEM
Built-in DSPQuad Core processor
Master TuningsYes
Room Correctionrequires the optional WiSA Hub

CONNECTIONS
Ethernet PortNo
USB PortService Only
Aux InputXLR
Phono InputNo
Digital InputNo
HDMI InputNo
Headphone JackNo
BluetoothNo
Wi-FiWiSA
Wi-Fi BandsWiSA
PHYSICAL SPECS
Height365.0mm ( 14.4-inch)
Width180.0mm ( 7-inch)
Depth280.0mm ( 11-inch)
Height365.0mm ( 14.4-inch)
Weight9.00kg ( 19.80 lbs)
EnclosureAcoustic Suspension
Available ColorsBlack, White, Walnut
Mounting BracketNo
GrilleYes
Moisture ResistanceNo
OTHER
Handheld RemoteNo
Parts Warranty10 years on speakers / 2 years on electronics (4 years if registered)
Labor Warranty10 years on speakers / 2 years on electronics (4 years if registered)
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