Coverage note. Speaker Ranking currently covers 5 Q Acoustics models across passive speakers and subwoofers (plus 1 not yet ranked). These are the products in our database, not a complete list of everything Q Acoustics makes.
What this page covers. The Q Acoustics models ranked here span passive speakers and subwoofers, including Q Acoustics Q B12, Q Acoustics 5040 and Q Acoustics 3060S. Use each model’s category position to compare it with alternatives of the same size and use case.
This page lists all 5 Q Acoustics 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
- Large Size Floorstanding Speakers
- Small Home Subwoofers (Under 30 lbs)
- Medium Home Subwoofers (30-75 lbs)
- Discontinued Q Acoustics Models
- Q Acoustics Models Not Yet Ranked
Medium Size Bookshelf Speakers
Ranked #76 of 90 in Medium Size Bookshelf Speakers - Q Acoustics 5020: $1,199.00 per pair Amazon eBay
Pros: Attractively finished compact standmount with a 5-inch Continuous Curved Cone woofer and carefully engineered cabinet details. Erin found distortion well controlled at normal levels: below 1% down to about 50Hz at 86dB/1m. Its 87dB measured sensitivity is unremarkable rather than hard to drive, and it maintains acceptable output for typical 80-85dB listening. The rear port can be plugged for placement flexibility. Measured bass extension of 103Hz (-3dB), with a measured sensitivity of 87.1dB.
Cons: Erin found the tonal balance distinctly too crisp, forward and treble-heavy: the top end is roughly 3-5dB elevated while the 1-3kHz region is recessed, so vocals change level unnaturally as they move through their range. The shallow woofer crossover and steeper tweeter slope contribute to the off-axis discontinuity, while the port has a strong 1kHz resonance. Bass is limited: Erin measured F3 103Hz and F10 48Hz; at 96dB distortion reaches about 3% by 100Hz, and he bottomed the woofer when pushed hard. He preferred the less-expensive 3020i’s linearity and did not recommend the 5020 for neutral listening without EQ.
Full Q Acoustics 5020 review and specifications →
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 48Hz (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner) |
|---|---|
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | 103Hz (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner) |
| Crossover Frequency | 2.5kHz (manufacturer specified) |
| DIY Kit | No |
| Dimensions | 11.2”H x 7.1”W x 11.5”D |
| Drivers | 5” (125mm) C3 mid/bass driver, 1” (25mm) tweeter |
| Frequency Response | 53Hz - 30kHz (-6dB, manufacturer specified) |
| Impedance | 6 ohms nominal, 3.3 ohms minimum (manufacturer specified) |
| Recommended Power | 25W - 100W (manufacturer specified) |
| Sensitivity | 87.1dB (2.83V/1m, measured, Erin’s Audio Corner; 87.9dB manufacturer specified) |
| Spinorama Preference Score | 3.63 |
| Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub | 6.55 |
| Weight | 15.4 lbs (7.0 kg) each |
| Woofer Cabinet | rear-ported |
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- Q Acoustics 5020 vs Micca RB42
- Q Acoustics 5020 vs Verdant Audio Bambusa AL-1
- Q Acoustics 5020 vs JBL Stage A130
- Q Acoustics 5020 vs Fluance Signature HFS
- Q Acoustics 5020 vs Q Acoustics 3020i
- Q Acoustics 5020 vs JBL Control 1 Pro
- Q Acoustics 5020 vs KEF Q100
- Q Acoustics 5020 vs Polk T15
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Large Size Floorstanding Speakers
Ranked #41 of 74 in Large Size Floorstanding Speakers - Q Acoustics 5040: $2,472.98 per pair Amazon eBay
Pros: C3 (Continuous Curved Cone) driver profile technology provides smooth midrange integration, controlled cone breakup, and improved bass damping. High voltage sensitivity (91.5dB SPL at 2.83V/1m) allows loud listening with low-to-moderate amplifier wattage. Cabinet features Point-to-Point (P2P) internal bracing and Helmholtz Pressure Equalizer (HPE) tubes to suppress internal standing waves and panel vibrations. Measured bass extension of 70Hz (-3dB), with a measured sensitivity of 91.5dB.
Cons: Free-field frequency response exhibits a noticeable mid-bass scoop around 200Hz (~6dB lower than mean SPL), causing an F3 of 70Hz (F10 of 39Hz) in open space and requiring boundary placement (11-22 inches from front wall) to reinforce upper bass output. Measurements indicate an enclosure resonance near 300Hz visible in sound power data. Minimum impedance drops to 3.0 ohms, demanding a stable 4-ohm rated amplifier despite high sensitivity.
Full Q Acoustics 5040 review and specifications →
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 39Hz (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner) |
|---|---|
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | 70Hz (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner) |
| DIY Kit | No |
| Dimensions | 38.1”H x 11.5”W x 14.2”D (967 x 293 x 361 mm) |
| Drivers | 0.88 in. decoupled dome tweeter, twin 5.0 in. C3 Continuous Curved Cone woofers |
| Impedance | 6 ohms nominal (3.0 ohms minimum, measured by Erin’s Audio Corner) |
| Sensitivity | 91.5dB (measured average, Erin’s Audio Corner) |
| Spinorama Preference Score | 3.80 |
| Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub | 6.41 |
| Weight | 39.7 lbs (18.0 kg) each |
| Woofer Cabinet | ported, rear |
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- Q Acoustics 5040 vs Infinity Primus 360
- Q Acoustics 5040 vs Klipsch Forte IV
- Q Acoustics 5040 vs KEF Q11 Meta
- Q Acoustics 5040 vs Polk Reserve R500
- Q Acoustics 5040 vs ELAC Debut 3.0 DF63
- Q Acoustics 5040 vs Klipsch RP-5000F II
- Q Acoustics 5040 vs Emotiva Airmotiv T2+
- Q Acoustics 5040 vs PSB Imagine T65
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Small Home Subwoofers (Under 30 lbs)
Ranked #29 of 48 in Small Home Subwoofers (Under 30 lbs) - Q Acoustics 3060S: $599.96 Amazon eBay
Pros: Independent CEA-2010 testing records 107.5 dB through 40-80 Hz. The sealed enclosure with 8” (203mm) driver is intended to add useful bass support without a full-size cabinet.
Cons: Without a published 20 Hz output result, deep-bass capability is less certain than its midbass figure. The 325.1H x 154.9W x 480.1D mm cabinet and 8.5 kg mass still need careful placement and calibration.
Notes: low profile (<8in)
Full Q Acoustics 3060S review and specifications →
| CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz) | 107.5 dB |
|---|---|
| Cabinet Color | black, white, wood, grey |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Dimensions | 12.8”H x 6.1”W x 18.9”D (325.1 x 154.9 x 480.1 mm) |
| Drivers | 8” (203mm) driver |
| Enclosure | sealed |
| Measurement Source | Brent Butterworth |
| Output SPL at 25 Hz | 88.7 dB |
| Output SPL at 31.5 Hz | 95.3 dB |
| Output SPL at 40 Hz | 99.3 dB |
| Output SPL at 50 Hz | 105.6 dB |
| Output SPL at 63 Hz | 110.8 dB |
| Output SPL at 80 Hz | 114.3 dB |
| Warranty | 2 |
| Weight | 18.7 lbs (8.5 kg) |
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- Independently measured by Brent Butterworth; the published figures above come from this ASR subwoofer measurement thread.
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Medium Home Subwoofers (30-75 lbs)
Ranked #54 of 146 in Medium Home Subwoofers (30-75 lbs) - Q Acoustics Q B12: $664.90 eBay
Pros: Sealed 12-inch with 220W RMS sounds bigger and deeper with responsive speed for music and movies alike. Die-cast aluminum heat sink ensures efficient cooling. Sealed design offers placement flexibility in challenging rooms.
Full Q Acoustics Q B12 review and specifications →
| Amplifier Power | 220W RMS |
|---|---|
| CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz) | 115.2 dB |
| Cabinet Color | black, white |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Dimensions | 15.7”H x 15.7”W x 17.6”D (398.8 x 398.8 x 447.0 mm) |
| Drivers | 12” (305mm) driver |
| Enclosure | sealed |
| Frequency Response | 28-300Hz |
| Measurement Source | Brent Butterworth |
| Output SPL at 16 Hz | 95.2 dB |
| Output SPL at 20 Hz | 98.4 dB |
| Output SPL at 25 Hz | 104.9 dB |
| Output SPL at 31.5 Hz | 108.5 dB |
| Output SPL at 40 Hz | 111.4 dB |
| Output SPL at 50 Hz | 114.6 dB |
| Output SPL at 63 Hz | 117.1 dB |
| Output SPL at 80 Hz | 117.7 dB |
| Warranty | 2 |
| Weight | 47.4 lbs (21.5 kg) |
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- Independently measured by Brent Butterworth; the published figures above come from this ASR subwoofer measurement thread.
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Discontinued Q Acoustics Models
Still ranked, and often still worth buying used, but no longer in production. Check availability before planning around one of these.
Medium Size Bookshelf Speakers
Ranked #72 of 90 in Medium Size Bookshelf Speakers - Q Acoustics 3020i: $314.99 per pair Discontinued eBay
Newer model: the Q Acoustics 3020c. It’s likely to perform similarly, though we don’t have measurements to confirm that yet.
Pros: UK-designed (Finkteam) with attractive styling, including recessed binding posts and custom connectors. Vertical directivity is good enough that the tweeter doesn’t need to be exactly at ear level. With EQ correction, especially high-frequency shelving and a sub-40Hz high-pass filter, Amir found performance “improves substantially.”. Measured bass extension of 82.0Hz (-3dB).
Cons: On-axis response shows a rising upper-frequency trend and a dip in the 2-4kHz crossover region alongside two resonance-related dips; a significant resonance appears at 366Hz in the waterfall plot. Horizontal directivity is narrow and uneven due to a woofer/tweeter beamwidth mismatch. Amir cautions the speaker is “merely a distortion generator” if played too low, and its low impedance demands a quality amplifier. Without EQ, Amir “can’t recommend the Q Acoustics 3020i.”. Discontinued; Q Acoustics now sells the 3030i and 3010c in its place.
Full Q Acoustics 3020i review and specifications →
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 49.8Hz (measured, Audio Science Review) |
|---|---|
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | 82.0Hz (measured, Audio Science Review) |
| Crossover Frequency | 2.4kHz |
| DIY Kit | No |
| Dimensions | 10.9”H x 6.7”W x 11.1”D (278 x 170 x 282 mm) |
| Drivers | 125mm (5”) bass driver, 22mm (0.9”) tweeter |
| Impedance | 6 ohms nominal, 4 ohms minimum |
| Sensitivity | 86dB (2.83V/1m, manufacturer specified) |
| Spinorama Preference Score | 3.86 |
| Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub | 6.38 |
| Weight | 10.6 lbs (4.8 kg) each |
| Woofer Cabinet | ported, reflex |
- Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
- Head-to-Head Comparisons
- Q Acoustics 3020i vs KEF Q100
- Q Acoustics 3020i vs ELAC Uni-Fi 2.0 UB52
- Q Acoustics 3020i vs Micca RB42
- Q Acoustics 3020i vs JBL Stage A120
- Q Acoustics 3020i vs Q Acoustics 5020
- Q Acoustics 3020i vs JBL L52 Classic
- Q Acoustics 3020i vs JBL Stage A130
- Q Acoustics 3020i vs Fluance Signature HFS
- See all 35 comparisons
Q Acoustics Models Not Yet Ranked
Newer or recently added Q Acoustics models we track but haven’t ranked yet, because no measurements we can rank them on have been published. See speakers not yet ranked for how that works.
Not yet ranked, replaces Q Acoustics 3020i - Q Acoustics 3020c: $639.00 per pair Amazon eBay
Older model: the Q Acoustics 3020i (rated 2.4/5).
Pros: Two-way bass reflex design with a 120mm (4.75”) Continuous Curved Cone woofer and a 22mm soft dome tweeter crossed over at 2.6kHz. Q Acoustics rates sensitivity at 87dB, easy to drive from a 25W amplifier, and response at 60Hz to 30kHz (-6dB). Four finishes.
Cons: No independent measurements yet, so its tonal balance and directivity can’t be compared with ranked speakers. Minimum impedance drops to 3.7 ohms, and rated bass stops at 60Hz (-6dB), so plan on a subwoofer for full-range listening. It costs noticeably more than the 3020i it replaces.
Full Q Acoustics 3020c review and specifications →
| Cabinet Color | white, walnut, oak, black |
|---|---|
| Crossover Frequency | 2.6kHz |
| Dimensions | 11”H x 6.9”W x 11.1”D (279 x 175 x 281 mm) |
| Drivers | 120mm (4.75”) C3 cone woofer, 22mm soft dome tweeter |
| Frequency Response | 60Hz-30kHz, -6dB (manufacturer specified) |
| Impedance | 6 ohms nominal, 3.7 ohms minimum (manufacturer specified) |
| Recommended Power | 25-90W |
| Sensitivity | 87dB (2.83V/1m, manufacturer specified) |
| Weight | 12.1 lbs (5.5 kg) each |
| Woofer Cabinet | ported |
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- These figures are manufacturer-specified rather than independently measured.
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