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Acoustic Energy - AE500 - Bookshelf Speakers
Acoustic Energy - AE500 - Bookshelf Speakers
Acoustic Energy - AE500 - Bookshelf Speakers
Acoustic Energy - AE500 - Bookshelf Speakers
Acoustic Energy - AE500 - Bookshelf Speakers
Acoustic Energy - AE500 - Bookshelf Speakers

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Acoustic Energy - AE500 - Bookshelf Speakers

$2,220.00

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Saturday
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Overview

AE500

SKU
AE500-BLACK
Colour
Piano Black, Piano White, Walnut

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Delve into the world of pristine audio performance with the Acoustic Energy AE500 Bookshelf Speakers. This flagship 500 Series stand-mount loudspeaker brings an elevated listening experience with a significant enhancement in sound quality, bespoke materials, and a sleek cabinet finish. The AE500 showcases our innovative carbon fibre tweeter and mid/bass drivers, delivering an impressively smooth yet transparent sound that's at par with the power and precision of our acclaimed ceramic aluminium drivers. Its optimal dispersion, dynamic bass response, and reduced acoustic radiation ensure absolute clarity and natural highs in every note. Get ready to redefine your audio experience. The AE500, styled in Piano Gloss Black, Piano Gloss White, or American Walnut wood veneer, will seamlessly blend with your home décor, placing a powerful music performance right in your homes - on speaker stands or bookshelves.

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Acoustic Energy AE500 Bookshelf Speakers

Introducing the Acoustic Energy AE500 – the ultimate pair of bookshelf speakers that will transform your audio experience beyond imagination. A jewel in the crown of our much-acclaimed 500 Series, the AE500 promises a pristine audio quality that outshines even its award-winning predecessors, the AE100 and AE300. These compact stand-mount loudspeakers sport an unrivalled combination of the latest carbon fibre tweeter and mid/bass drivers, which surpass the unmatched power and precision of our much-loved ceramic aluminium drivers and deliver an impeccably smooth and amazingly transparent sound.

Design

Fortified with a lighter and better-damped 25mm carbon fibre dome and an oversized 35mm voice coils, the AE500 is specifically designed to churn out natural, neutral, and unbelievably lightning-fast sound, which will certainly catch you off guard. It marries superior performance with exquisite design, ensuring that it doesn't merely audibly impress but makes a stunning visual statement too. Its clean, sophisticated lines, and a sleek finish – available in Piano Gloss Black, Piano Gloss White or American Walnut wood veneer – will harmonise perfectly with any interior, whether perched on speaker stands or nestled among your bookshelves.

The AE500 boasts a unique 18mm Resonance Suppression Composite (RSC) cabinet which encapsulates the advanced technology, mitigating any side effects of cabinet acoustic radiation and ensuring that the sound produced remains pure and untainted.

Features

  1. Advanced Carbon Fibre Tweeter and Mid/Bass Drivers: AE500 is empowered with a state-of-the-art 25mm carbon fibre tweeter and oversized 35mm voice coils. These lighter, better-damped materials deliver an astoundingly clear, transparent, and lightning-fast sound, redefining your audio experience.

  2. Distinct Driver Design: Features an enhanced 125mm mid/bass driver furnished with an oversized 35mm voice coil offering a highly dynamic and controlled bass response, ensuring superior mid-range definition and clarity.

  3. Innovative Cabinet Structure: The speaker is housed in an 18mm Resonance Suppression Composite (RSC) cabinet, which minimises cabinet acoustic radiation for an uncoloured, pure sound.

  4. Optimized Crossover: AE500 features high voltage polypropylene film wound capacitors and air core inductors in strategic places for optimal dispersion and refined sound quality.

  5. Design Aesthetics: Available in three stunning finish options—Piano Gloss Black, Piano Gloss White or American Walnut wood veneer, it is sure to blend seamlessly into your decor.

Benefits

  1. Unparalleled Performance: The unique combination of the most advanced drivers delivers incredibly smooth, natural and swift sound, enhancing your audio experience. Its immense power and precision take acoustic energy to the next level.

  2. Superior Sound Quality: The AE500 bass driver's advanced oversized 35mm voice coils yield a dynamic and controlled bass response. Additionally, the carbon fibre tweeter, known for its amazing damping ability, delivers a sound that's fast, natural, and startlingly neutral.

  3. Pristine Audio Reproduction - Thanks to the RSC cabinet, acoustical radiation from the cabinet is effectively cut-off, ensuring that the sound emanates as pure, untainted, and true to its original source.

  4. Room-Friendly Design: The smooth, elegant lines, and available finishes give the speakers a refined, classy look that can blend into any room decor.

  5. Durability: Built with high-quality, durable materials, the AE500 delivers the exceptional sound quality that Acoustic Energy is known for, ensuring it's a great addition to your home audio set-up for years to come.

Conclusion

The Acoustic Energy AE500 Bookshelf Speakers are not merely exceptional audio devices, they are a treat to the eyes and a testament to Acoustic Energy’s discerning craftsmanship and unprecedented technical prowess. With an immaculate blend of sophisticated aesthetics and remarkable performance, they are best suited for those who won't compromise on quality, design, or functionality. Whether you're a discerning audiophile or simply an enthusiast craving unrivalled acoustic purity and precision, the AE500 promises an audio journey that transcends the ordinary.

Uncover the realm of transcendent sound and immersive sonic experiences with this phenomenal product. When you're on the lookout for speakers that encapsulate the very essence of high-end audio, look no further than these masterpieces. Find your perfect sound companion at The Audio Tailor - Australia’s #1 Hi-Fi Store.

Reach out to us at 1300 308 711 or sales@theaudiotailor.com.au. Visit us at Unit 9/20 Rivergate Place, Murarrie QLD 4172. Make the AE500 part of your sonic landscape and experience music like never before. After all, it's not just a speaker, it's Acoustic Energy's legacy - and it can be yours too. Visit us online at https://www.theaudiotailor.com.au/pages/contact.

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Specifications

Technical details

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SpecificationDescription
Product TypeCompact stand-mount loudspeaker
SeriesFlagship 500 Series
MaterialsCarbon fibre tweeter and mid/bass drivers
FinishPiano Gloss Black, Piano Gloss White, or American Walnut wood veneer
TweeterBrand new 25mm carbon fibre dome with new cast aluminium WDT waveguide
Mid/Bass Driver125mm with new oversized 35mm voice coils
Crossover2 way crossover using high voltage polypropylene film wound capacitors and air core inductors
Cabinet18mm Resonance Suppression Composite (RSC) cabinet with constrained layer composite
Drive Unit125mm carbon fibre cone
Frequency Range45Hz – 28kHz (+/- 6dB)
Sensitivity87dB
Peak SPL113dB
Power Handling120w
Impedance6ohms
Design2 way
GrillesSlim, cloth magnetic fit
Dimensions (mm)310 x 185 x 260 (H x W x D)
Weight8kg (each)

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