Hi guys, finally got my AudioEngine A5 today second-hand. Unfortunately, while testing out the 3.5mm audio in on the top, the darn plug got stuck (I'm assuming the plastic insulation ring). I tried using a pair of pliers to pull out the plug, but it stripped the entire plug of its cover...

Hi guys,   I'm thinking about purchasing some Audioengine A5+ powered speakers for my following setup: Lenovo PC --> Audioquest Dragonfly DAC ---> A5+   I listen to mostly FLAC files. My favorite genres are rock n' roll, blues, soundtracks, some jazz and electronic, etc. I really like some...

Hi All,   I've been looking at the Audioengine A5+ speakers and the Aktimate Mini+, which I have decided would be nice for my tv sound system, however my current setup isn't able to play 1080p files as I wanted and doesn't have the required connection to go to the speakers. So I've been...

I know the differences but is there a significant difference in sound quality between the two for those of you who have heard it or own the newer version?

Hello, I am looking for 2.0 or 2.1 speakers for a mid sized living room of weird proportions and thus we aren't going to be sound proofing or getting foam to smooth out the corners or etc.   They need to be loud enough is all. Right now, KRK Rokit's and AudioEngine 5+'s are on the list

hi guys i just recently got an asus xonar st sound card for my coputer gaming audio setup.  i heard the audioengine a5+s our a good choice for pc use..ill be using for gaming music and movies.  just wondering if anyone else had suggestions on these or maybe even something better with the match...

Title says it all - what are the best computer speakers? Also, out of the following which are the best? The Airmotiv 6 http://emotivapro.com/products/powered_monitors/airmotiv6.php The Audioengine 5+ http://audioengineusa.com/Store/Audioengine-A5plus#.UJRCG8XA_pU Or the Corsair...

Audio Engine A5+DAC/AMP or Passive Speakers & Amp (compact Size)??Advice/Suggestions appreciated! Hello Everyone,:o It as been quite some time since I was able to last visit the site,let alone post.Illness is getting the better of me these days but I still dream of quality PC Audio!& Really...

Which speakers would sound better: the Audioengine A5's which are active speakers, or the passive Energy CB-5 w/this amplifier (or similar)?   I would consider other suggestions (however it wouldn't be very convenient as I'm already confused by all the options..), but they mustn't be...

Hey guys,  I am new here but not new to audio, however I am by no means an audiophile. I want to upgrade my current of Insignia 6.5" bookshelf NS-B2111 with a Old Denon receiver. My Source is a Macbook pro. I probably cant audition the equipment before I buy so I would be basing my decision from...

I'll be moving to US next week to start my PhD program and I'll be building a new system from the ground up. I managed to save around $700-800 and I'm looking for budget components. I will only be bringing my laptop (an early 2011 macbook pro 13'') with, so I thought I would only be needing a...

Hi guys I recently bought a pair of Aktimate Minis and tested them against the Audioengine A5s which I also own. I've put together the review below for anyone wanting a comparison between these two popular speakers. I know the question about which ones to buy comes up a lot, but there...

I needed to lift some AudioEngine A5's off of the desk and ended up wrapping two blocks of styrofoam with electrical tape to use as temporary stands until I could make some from wood.  I was really impressed with how the speakers sounded on the styrofoam but attributed it to lifting the speakers...

Anyone have any experience with these? Outside of a couple of (very positive) reviews that turned up when I did a Google search, I can't find much info about them. Still, I've seen them mentioned in several forum threads as being significantly better than the Audiengine A5's.   If they're...

  I am on a quest to find the *best* set of 2.0 desktop speakers, and only 2.0 speakers. They must be active and self-powered, as subs are big, bulky and often overpowering.   I've been through dozens, and still haven't found the perfect pair.   Readers, I do hope this thread saves...

Hello all!   Seeking some guidance for an audio system.  Years past some Klipsch Promedia 5.1 speakers met my needs quite nicely, but the Bash amp died and I decided to try something newer.  At the time Audioengine was receiving some great reviews, so I gave em a try.  They were honestly...

Hi everyone. I am looking for a set of computer speakers for my macbook pro (Terrible, but it's all I have to work with). I mostly listen to alternative rock and rap/hip hop. I try to get all my audio at 320 or FLAC. I don't have an amp or an upgraded soundcard, but I would be willing to get...

Hello. i have been searching and searching for a nice speaker system for my computer/tv. I watch movies, play games and listen to music at moderate lvls. i want something that i can easily move around. Say for instance i have my speakers with my sub woofer set up on my computer. Then maybe later...

Hey guys, I built my own desktop a couple months ago but I haven't bought speakers or a sound card for it yet. I've been doing research on some of the products out there but I haven't made any concrete decisions. I was hoping that if I explained what I want in a sound system and gave my price...

im looking to add a subwoofer to my audioengine a5's. my dad has the the Yamaha YST-SW005 and said he could give it to me for free. but i originally wanted to buy the polk audio psw10 subwoofer. if its actually better i dont mind spending the $100 for the polk audio's instead of the free yamaha...

Most of my listening lately has been through my Audioengine A5's and I'm wondering if anyone has any experience getting a noticable bump in SQ and with what outside equipment? I still do headphones, but won't bother listing what I have as I'm not bound to what I do have and as I said all...

    Hi there,     After seeing some of the prices of some of the high-end headphones, I was wondering why you guys choose headphones over high end speakers? I would imagine speakers would be far more superior or am I wrong in thinking that? If disturbing other people wasn't a problem...

would I benefit from adding my Headamp AE2 to my setup? iMac-Firestone DAC- AudioEngine 5. The AE"s are powered so Im not sure if the inclusion of the AE2 would do much og anything. Should I use it as a pre amp? Is that considered pre-amping? I'm such a newbie :) I asked this in the comp...

This could go in a few different sections, just putting it here.   I currently own a pair of Grado 225i and I have some Audioengine A5s in the mail. I'm looking for the best way to get quality sound out of both of them without breaking the bank.   My original plan was to add an Essence...

Hey guys, I've finally decided that I can spend some cash and get a nice audio set up for my computer. I'm looking at spending around 1k for a good audio solution. Note that I'm in Australia and we don't get quite as good value as the rest of the world :(    I'm keen on getting an external DAC...