"How many ways can you say wow? The whole setup screams quality."

"This is what I’ve been missing all these years. The A5's have made my introduction into high-end audio a pleasurable experience and for that reason, deserves an Editor's Choice Award!"

"Both models get loud, but the bass response on the 5 is amazing. For the environmentally sound types among us who are into power saving instead of burning, these speakers automatically go into sleep mode..."

"When you open the A5 box, you have have a near-Apple experience. If you are looking for top quality self powered speakers, I wouldn¹t think twice about it."

Apple Weekly Report #124.
Review starts at 36:45.

"If you've an iPod full of songs and no desire for a full-blown hi-fi setup, hear them."

Episode: Daily Giz Wiz 442.

"Sturdily constructed with good connectivity and fine sound, the Audioengine 5's are an impressive little pair of active loudspeakers. They will do good justice to MP3 players and will even sit happily with higher quality source components..."

"Audioengine A5 powered speakers are much higher quality than typically found in stereo computer speakers or iPod docking stations, and because of this are more expensive coming in at $350. However, since you don't require an amplifier, these speakers can provide a great audiophile experience on a budget."

"Audioengine might not be a company you've heard of, but they're one of the best-kept secrets in audio: the A5 is their first, and flagship, product and it sets the quality bar for the company. These speakers... are truly exceptional in audio quality."

"Crystal-clear and reasonably-priced. I don't know anybody who would buy an Apple Hi-Fi after hearing the Audioengine 5's." Review starts at:37:57.”

“When it comes to listening to and recording music, there are no other speakers in this price range that come close to the clarity and balance offered by Audioengine 5.”

“We're glad to say that these are easily among the best-sounding iPod speakers we've ever heard. Crisp, clean audio emanates from the boxes, producing a huge sound that never betrays their bookshelf size. Even the bass levels are quite prominent without the use of an external subwoofer. Fantastic sound and build quality. No receiver needed. Well-thought-out design.”

“Most impressive was the wide and deep soundstage. I decided to compare (the A5’s) to a pair of Pinnacle bookshelves driven by the Cambridge Audio Azur 540A integrated amplifier. Doing a series of A-B comparisons it was clear that these speakers had a little more low-end punch than the Pinnacles. They also produced highs that were detailed but smooth and not as bright as the Pinnacles, resulting in a more pleasant sound to my ears. These speakers were making me want to listen to music I had previously left to collect dust.”

“Rich soundfield, strong clear bass, clean highs. These things sound good. Real good. If you're in the market for a serious set of powered speakers to turn your iPod, Airport Express, or Mac into a true stereo system, do yourself a favor and check out the Audioengine 5.”

“The Audioengine 5, which doesn't have a dock or a remote control, is clearly the leader of the pack when it comes to producing a rich, full sound. With dual speakers and the commensurate speaker wire, this is a home-based iPod system for discerning listeners, not the more portable docks offered by Apple and Bose.”

“Designed for the increasing number of audiophiles who are making the switch to an iPod-specific system, Audioengine's new set of slick-looking powered speakers are a compact option with rich, nuanced sound quality.”

“Every gamer knows how much sound can help you get more frags, and these speakers came through for me in spades.”

“The tweeters delivered admirably, providing highs that neither our in house Tivoli RadioWorks or Bose WaveRadio could match. Not only do they make for a great iPod companion system, they also serve well as a remote, Airport Express-driven system and even work great as laptop/desktop PC speakers, as we noted with our MacBook Pro.”