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What this page covers. The Aperion Audio models ranked here span passive speakers and subwoofers, including Aperion Audio Bravus II 12D, Aperion Audio Novus N5B and Aperion Audio Novus N5T. Use each model’s category position to compare it with alternatives of the same size and use case.
This page lists all 5 Aperion Audio speakers ranked on this site across passive speakers and subwoofers. Each model is shown in the category where it competes, with its current rank and the size of that ranking.
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Medium Size Bookshelf Speakers
Ranked #40 of 90 in Medium Size Bookshelf Speakers - Aperion Audio Novus N5B: $449.25 per pair Aperion Audio eBay
Pros: Compact front-ported bookshelf pair with a silk-dome tweeter, 5.25-inch aramid woofer and wall-mount inserts. Erin’s data shows a nearly flat +0.02dB/octave tonal slope, 47Hz extension and a 5.98 preference score with a subwoofer. Measured bass extension of 58.6Hz (-3dB), with a measured sensitivity of 85dB.
Cons: Measured sensitivity is very low at about 81.6dB and the 4-ohm load benefits from a capable amplifier. On-axis smoothness (0.221) is only fair, predicted in-room smoothness is poor at 0.160, and the raw no-subwoofer preference score is 3.76.
Full Aperion Audio Novus N5B review and specifications →
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | 58.6Hz (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner via spinorama.org) |
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| DIY Kit | No |
| Dimensions | 11.8H x 7.1W x 7.9D in |
| Drivers | 1” silk-dome tweeter, 5.25” aramid-fiber woofer |
| Enclosure | 2-way passive, front-ported |
| Impedance | 4 ohms |
| Sensitivity | 85dB specified; 81.6dB measured |
| Spinorama Preference Score | 3.76 |
| Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub | 5.98 |
| Weight | 9.9 lbs (4.5 kg) each |
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Large Size Bookshelf Speakers
Ranked #117 of 134 in Large Size Bookshelf Speakers - Aperion Audio Verus V8B: $1,499 per pair Aperion Audio eBay
Pros: Low-distortion bass that reaches a reasonable level for an 8-inch mid-woofer: the reviewer had no complaints about bass cleanliness, just extension. Wide-enough horizontal radiation to give some room involvement without being uncomfortably narrow. HDF (high-density fiberboard) cabinet construction instead of the more typical MDF. Nice aesthetic in the gloss cherry finish (also available in black); solidly built at nearly 28 lbs each. Measured bass extension of 55Hz (-3dB), with a measured sensitivity of 85dB.
Cons: A large mid-range scoop from about 100Hz-500Hz strips out the “meat” of male and female vocals, giving the speaker an overall dull, subdued character the reviewer specifically didn’t care for. Two back-to-back resonant peaks (around 4kHz and 10kHz) cause sibilance and an overbearing hi-hat crispness on some tracks; toeing the speakers 30 degrees off-axis helps a little but doesn’t remove the underlying resonances. At $1499/pair, the reviewer felt EQ shouldn’t be necessary to get a satisfying result out of the box. Minimum impedance (EPDR) dips to around 3 ohms despite a 5.7-ohm nominal rating, so a Class AB amplifier needs to be 4-ohm capable. Bass extension is modest for an 8” driver: measured F3 55Hz/F10 39Hz, getting into the mid-40s Hz in-room rather than truly deep bass.
Full Aperion Audio Verus V8B review and specifications →
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 39Hz (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner) |
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| Bass Extension (-3dB) | 55Hz (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner) |
| DIY Kit | No |
| Dimensions | 17”H x 10.6”W x 13”D |
| Drivers | 8” Woven Kevlar long-throw woofer, 1.1” Custom Aperion ASR dome tweeter with ferrofluid |
| Frequency Response | 30Hz - 35kHz ±3dB (manufacturer specified) |
| Impedance | 6 ohms nominal (manufacturer spec), 5.7 ohms nominal / ~3 ohms EPDR minimum (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner) |
| Recommended Power | 20-150W |
| Sensitivity | 85dB (measured average, Erin’s Audio Corner; 88dB manufacturer specified) |
| Spinorama Preference Score | 3.65 |
| Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub | 5.79 |
| Weight | 28 lbs (12.7 kg) each |
| Woofer Cabinet | ported, rear |
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Large Size Floorstanding Speakers
Ranked #56 of 74 in Large Size Floorstanding Speakers - Aperion Audio Novus N5T: $1,048.50 per pair Aperion Audio eBay
Pros: A compact direct-sale tower with dual 5.25-inch aramid-fiber woofers, a silk-dome tweeter, free shipping and a 30-day home trial. ASR found excellent sound-power smoothness of 0.122, controlled directivity, and deep 36Hz estimated in-room extension. Measured bass extension of 51.3Hz (-3dB), with a measured sensitivity of 86dB.
Cons: The -0.31dB-per-octave response tilt makes it moderately warm/dark, while on-axis smoothness of 0.267 is merely average. The measured 86dB sensitivity is lower than the maker’s 89dB specification.
Full Aperion Audio Novus N5T review and specifications →
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 32.7Hz (derived, log-interpolated between spinorama.org -9dB/-12dB points) |
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| Bass Extension (-3dB) | 51.3Hz (measured, ASR via spinorama.org) |
| Country | United States (design) |
| DIY Kit | No |
| Dimensions | 39H x 7.5W x 10.6D in |
| Drivers | 1” silk-dome tweeter, 2x 5.25” aramid-fiber woofers |
| Enclosure | 2.5-way, rear-ported |
| Impedance | 4 ohms nominal |
| Sensitivity | 86dB measured |
| Spinorama Preference Score | 4.88 |
| Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub | 6.62 |
| Weight | 37 lbs (16.8 kg) each |
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Medium Home Subwoofers (30-75 lbs)
Ranked #60 of 146 in Medium Home Subwoofers (30-75 lbs) - Aperion Audio Bravus II 12D: $1,199 Aperion Audio eBay
Pros: 12-inch with dual 12-inch passive radiators delivers 12-inch-class performance in compact 15.5” cube. Best-looking sub in its class, with a high-gloss finish. Favorable measurements to JL Audio f110 at lower price with 10-year driver warranty.
Full Aperion Audio Bravus II 12D review and specifications →
| Amplifier Power | 650W RMS |
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| CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz) | 114.3 dB |
| Cabinet Color | black, wood |
| Country | United States |
| Dimensions | 17”H x 15.5”W x 15.5”D (431.8 x 393.7 x 393.7 mm) |
| Drivers | 12” (305mm) driver |
| Enclosure | passive radiator |
| Frequency Response | 22-350Hz |
| Measurement Source | Audioholics |
| Output SPL at 20 Hz | 90.0 dB |
| Output SPL at 25 Hz | 103.2 dB |
| Output SPL at 31.5 Hz | 108.3 dB |
| Output SPL at 40 Hz | 112.8 dB |
| Output SPL at 50 Hz | 115.6 dB |
| Output SPL at 63 Hz | 115.2 dB |
| Output SPL at 80 Hz | 113.7 dB |
| Output SPL at 100 Hz | 112.8 dB |
| Output SPL at 125 Hz | 112.3 dB |
| Warranty | 10/2 |
| Weight | 61.9 lbs (28.1 kg) |
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- Independently measured by Audioholics; the published figures above come from this ASR subwoofer measurement thread.
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Ranked #143 of 146 in Medium Home Subwoofers (30-75 lbs) - Aperion Audio Bravus 10D: $699 eBay
Pros: 10-inch dual passive radiators with 500W amp deliver surprising output. Beautiful aesthetics and compact design for its performance class. Performance at reasonable price rivals subs costing twice as much.
Full Aperion Audio Bravus 10D review and specifications →
| Amplifier Power | 500W RMS |
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| CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz) | 102.5 dB |
| Country | United States |
| Dimensions | 15”H x 13.5”W x 13.5”D (381.0 x 342.9 x 342.9 mm) |
| Drivers | 10” (254mm) driver |
| Enclosure | passive radiator |
| Frequency Response | 25-180Hz |
| Measurement Source | Audioholics |
| Output SPL at 20 Hz | 79.0 dB |
| Output SPL at 25 Hz | 84.0 dB |
| Output SPL at 31.5 Hz | 90.0 dB |
| Output SPL at 40 Hz | 99.0 dB |
| Output SPL at 50 Hz | 102.0 dB |
| Output SPL at 63 Hz | 104.0 dB |
| Output SPL at 80 Hz | 105.0 dB |
| Output SPL at 100 Hz | 105.0 dB |
| Warranty | 10/2 |
| Weight | 44.1 lbs (20.0 kg) |
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- Independently measured by Audioholics; the published figures above come from this ASR subwoofer measurement thread.
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