Every Speaker Jasper Tech Has Reviewed

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Small Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers

Ranked #2 of 22 in Small Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers - IK Multimedia iLoud Micro Monitor: $299.99 Amazon eBay

Pros: Much deeper bass than any other speaker this size. Wide, consistent horizontal directivity out to about 15kHz gives an unusually good soundstage for such a small speaker, and vertical response stays flat well above the tweeter axis, forgiving desktop placement where the tweeters sit below ear height.

Cons: Slightly boosted bass. Some treble rolloff up high. More hifi sounding than neutral

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App	No
Bass Extension (-10dB)	45Hz (measured, Audio Science Review)
Bass Extension (-3dB)	55Hz (measured, Audio Science Review)
Bluetooth	Yes (A2DP)
Dimensions	7.1"H x 3.5"W x 5.3"D (180.3 x 88.9 x 134.6 mm)
Drivers	3" woofer, 0.75" silk dome tweeter
EQ	Yes (Bass/Treble switches, Desktop/Free field)
Frequency Response	55Hz - 20kHz (-3dB) (Manufacturer specified)
Inputs	RCA, Aux
Max SPL	96dB @ 1m
Output Power	50W total (combined)
Weight	2 lbs / 0.9 kg

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Ranked #4 of 22 in Small Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers - Adam Audio D3v: $349.99 Amazon eBay

Pros: Compact powered desktop monitor with passive radiators on the sides for extra bass extension, designed specifically for near-field (about 1 meter) listening. Bass extends flat to about 50Hz before rolling off sharply. On-axis linearity holds within about ±2dB - notably better linearity than its similarly-priced rival, the Kali LP-UNF. USB-C plus analog inputs, with the secondary speaker powered through a cable from the primary unit so only one power outlet is needed. Adjustable back-panel settings compensate for desk, wall, corner, or stand placement. Distortion in the midrange is better controlled than the larger Kali LP-UNF at moderate output levels. Smaller footprint than similarly-priced alternatives, useful for tight desk space, while still a clear step up from cheap sub-$150 desktop speakers.

Cons: Built-in limiter chops off both low-frequency and midrange content as output increases - not intended for loud or far-field listening. Best output window is roughly 78-86dB based on multitone distortion testing; long-term compression testing puts effective maximum SPL around 89dB, and instantaneous compression around 90dB. A slight treble tip-up appears around 4-6kHz on-axis. Vertical listening window is tight, typical of compact two-way designs - needs to stay close to the tweeter axis. Narrower horizontal dispersion (about ±60°) and less vertical placement tolerance than the Kali LP-UNF (about ±70° horizontal). The Kali LP-UNF, at the same price, offers roughly 2dB more maximum output and a bit more bass boost, if either matters more than the compact size.

Full Adam Audio D3v review and specifications →

App	No
Bass Extension (-10dB)	45Hz (measured, Erin's Audio Corner)
Bass Extension (-3dB)	50Hz (measured, Erin's Audio Corner)
Bluetooth	No
Dimensions	6.7"H x 4.3"W x 5.9"D (170.2 x 109.2 x 149.9 mm)
Drivers	3.5" woofer, U-ART accelerated ribbon tweeter
EQ	Yes (Room adjustment filters)
Frequency Response	50Hz - 50kHz (Manufacturer specified)
Inputs	XLR, RCA
Max SPL	102dB @ 1m
Output Power	50W (30W woofer + 20W tweeter)
Sensitivity	86.5dB (measured at 0.3V/1m, Erin's Audio Corner)
Weight	3.7 lbs / 1.7 kg

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Ranked #5 of 22 in Small Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers - Edifier M60: $199.99 Amazon eBay

Pros: 1” dome tweeter paired with a 3” cone midwoofer, in a distinctively styled desktop cabinet with illuminated touch controls and a textured finish. USB-C, aux input, and a speaker-level output for the passive companion unit, plus small tilting stands (about 15°) for desk positioning. Horizontal dispersion of about ±60° through the upper midrange, right in the reviewer’s preferred range for near-field desktop use. Reasonably neutral through the midrange. Sound quality falls between Edifier’s own MR3 (better) and MR4 (worse) in the reviewer’s estimation, at an attractive price for the segment. Multiple input options make it easy to integrate into a desktop setup.

Cons: Trends noticeably brighter moving from midrange into treble; best tamed by seating position (tweeter slightly below ear level, no more than about 10° above the tweeter line) rather than relying on EQ. Sitting below the tweeter axis causes a significant suckout in the 2-4kHz crossover region and should be avoided entirely. F3 of 67Hz and F10 of 57Hz mean bass falls off a cliff below the mid-60s Hz, with essentially no low-end punch or tactile bass. Built-in limiting caps real-world output well below the theoretical 96dB target - effective maximum is closer to 86-90dB at 1 meter (low 90s dB for a pair on a desk), and multitone distortion testing suggests 78-88dB is the practical ceiling before the sound turns grainy and compressed. Strictly a near-field speaker - not intended for listening beyond arm’s length (about 2.5 feet); farther or louder use calls for a larger speaker like the Kali LP-UNF.

Full Edifier M60 review and specifications →

App	Yes
Bass Extension (-10dB)	57Hz (measured, Erin's Audio Corner)
Bass Extension (-3dB)	67Hz (measured, Erin's Audio Corner)
Bluetooth Codecs	SBC, LDAC
Bluetooth Version	5.3
Dimensions	6.6"H x 3.9"W x 5.8"D (167.6 x 99.1 x 147.3 mm)
Drivers	3" woofer, 1" silk dome tweeter
EQ	Yes
Frequency Response	55Hz - 40kHz (Manufacturer specified)
Inputs	Bluetooth, Aux, USB-C
Max SPL	96dB @ 1m
Output Power	66W total (33W per speaker)
Sensitivity	87.5dB (measured at 0.3V/1m, Erin's Audio Corner)
Weight	6.6 lbs / 3 kg

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Ranked #14 of 22 in Small Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers - Kanto YU4: $479.99/pair Kanto eBay

Pros: A genuinely versatile small powered pair with phono preamp, optical input, Bluetooth, remote control and subwoofer output. Its local Spinorama snapshot reaches 5.09 with a subwoofer, and broad horizontal radiation should make placement and shared listening easier.

Cons: The 2.15 raw preference score and 69Hz measured low-frequency extension show why a subwoofer materially improves it. Measured sensitivity is only about 83dB and the response has several irregularities, so it is better for a desk or modest room than high-output listening.

Full Kanto YU4 review and specifications →

Dimensions	8.7H x 5.5W x 7.5D in
Drivers	1" silk-dome tweeter, 4" Kevlar woofer
Enclosure	Powered 2-way, rear-ported
Frequency Response	60Hz-20kHz
Inputs	Bluetooth, optical, RCA/phono, 3.5mm
Outputs	Subwoofer
Power Output	70W RMS / 140W peak per pair
Weight	6.9 lbs powered / 5.5 lbs passive

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Links
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Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples

Ranked #21 of 22 in Small Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers - Presonus Eris E3.5 2nd Gen: $99.99 Amazon eBay

Pros: Includes rear-panel high- and low-frequency shelf tone controls, letting you tailor the sound (helpful for near-wall placement, where the reviewer suggests reducing the bass knob). Distortion and neutrality can be meaningfully improved with simple mods - sealing the rear port and adjusting the tone controls (low +3dB, high -6dB in testing) noticeably flattened the default V-shaped response.

Cons: Stock on-axis response has a pronounced “smiley face” V-curve, with the midrange scooped roughly 6-7dB below the bass and treble - problematic for any mixing or monitoring use. The rear port is too small for the cabinet, producing peaky, boomy bass rather than genuine extension. A strong resonance around 1-2kHz persists even with the port sealed, suggesting an internal standing wave rather than a purely port-related issue. Directivity mismatch between the tweeter and woofer as the woofer narrows with frequency. Hard limiting kicks in above about 86dB, and distortion at 96dB is high - not intended for loud listening. Frequency response measurably drifts over time at moderate-to-high volume (about 1dB shift after 4 minutes at 86dB, worse within a couple minutes at 96dB). In direct comparison, measures 3-5dB hotter in the treble than the Mackie CR3-X, and even after sealing the port and adjusting the tone controls, still measured behind the Mackie overall. Best used aimed off-axis (about 30-40°) and with the port sealed; without EQ/DSP correction, significant tonal problems remain.

Full Presonus Eris E3.5 2nd Gen review and specifications →

App	No
Bass Extension (-10dB)	70Hz (measured, Erin's Audio Corner)
Bass Extension (-3dB)	80Hz (measured, Erin's Audio Corner)
Bluetooth	No
Dimensions	8.3"H x 6"W x 5.5"D (210.8 x 152.4 x 139.7 mm)
Drivers	3.5" woofer, 1" silk dome tweeter
EQ	Yes (Acoustic space)
Frequency Response	80 Hz-20 kHz (-3dB) (Manufacturer specified)
Inputs	RCA, 1/4" Balanced
Max SPL	95dB @ 1m
Output Power	50W total (25W per speaker)
Outputs	1/8" headphone jack
Sensitivity	87.4dB (measured at 0.3V/1m, Erin's Audio Corner)
Weight	8.6 lbs / 3.9 kg

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Medium Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers

Ranked #8 of 64 in Medium Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers - Kali LP-UNF: $349.00 Amazon eBay

Pros: 1” dome tweeter on a waveguide crossed unusually low at 1.9kHz to a 4.5” ported midwoofer, giving wide vertical dispersion (about ±30-40° off the tweeter/mid reference axis) for a two-way design - well beyond the typical ±10-15°. Extensive dip-switch tuning covers desk vs. free-standing placement, near-wall (<0.5m) compensation, and ±2dB treble/bass adjustment. Distortion stays below 3% at 86dB; the reviewer calls it the best-measuring powered desktop monitor he’s tested, ahead of competitors like the PreSonus Eris E3.5 2nd Gen and Fosi SP3, which he describes as having one-note bass and roughly a 7dB midrange suckout. USB-C, RCA, TRS, and Bluetooth inputs; the secondary speaker is powered through a link cable from the primary unit rather than needing its own separate power connection. At $300/pair, called a no-brainer recommendation for a compact desktop monitor.

Cons: F3 of 54Hz and F10 of 39Hz mean bass rolls off quickly below about 40Hz, bottoming out around 50Hz in-room. No dedicated subwoofer output - pairing with an outboard sub (routing its own crossover back through the mains) is the only way to extend bass further. A built-in limiter caps real-world maximum output around 91dB/1m per speaker, about 5dB below the 96dB target used in compression testing, and distortion climbs past 3% beyond that point. Designed strictly for near-field use (about 0.8m recommended listening distance), not for filling a larger room at volume.

Full Kali LP-UNF review and specifications →

App	No
Bass Extension (-10dB)	39Hz (measured, Erin's Audio Corner)
Bass Extension (-3dB)	54Hz (measured, Erin's Audio Corner)
Bluetooth	No
Drivers	4.5" woofer, 1" Textile Dome tweeter
EQ	No
Inputs	Bluetooth, USB-C (digital), RCA, TRS
Sensitivity	88.1dB (measured at 0.3V/1m, Erin's Audio Corner)
Weight	17.2 lbs / 7.8 kg

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Ranked #11 of 64 in Medium Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers - JBL 305P MKII: $319.00 Amazon eBay

Pros: A fantastic value in studio monitors. Extremely close to the Focal Alpha 50 EVO, almost indistinguishable. Surprisingly deep and wide soundstage. Good horizontal dispersion (~70 degrees). Has a proper limiter that controls output cleanly rather than crudely cutting bass, and holds up well under sustained loud playback with minimal thermal compression.

Cons: Possible slight hissing from the amps at low levels. Rear ported, can be an issue close to walls. A port resonance around 1.6kHz is audible and distracting on some tracks. Midrange is somewhat scooped rather than flat for a studio monitor, and treble runs about 1.5dB hot - Erin’s Audio Corner recommends using the -2dB treble shelf switch. Vertical dispersion narrows around the crossover, so try to stay within about 10 degrees of the tweeter axis.

Full JBL 305P MKII review and specifications →

App	No
Bass Extension (-10dB)	43Hz (measured, Erin's Audio Corner)
Bass Extension (-3dB)	50Hz (measured, Erin's Audio Corner)
Bluetooth	No
Dimensions	11.7"H x 7.3"W x 9.1"D (297.2 x 185.4 x 231.1 mm)
Drivers	5" (127mm) woofer
EQ	Yes (Room adjustment)
Frequency Response	49 Hz - 20 kHz (+-3 dB) (Manufacturer specified)
Inputs	XLR, TRS
Output Power	81w Per Speaker
Sensitivity	91.1dB (measured at 0.3V/1m, Erin's Audio Corner)
Weight	10.4 lbs / 4.7 kg each

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Ranked #12 of 64 in Medium Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers - Adam Audio T5V: $239.99 Amazon eBay

Pros: Better than the HS5 in terms of vocals detail and better low end.

Cons: Elevated, slightly uneven top end from the AMT tweeter, shared with Adam’s other T-series monitors - the rear treble trim only tilts the response rather than flattening it. Distortion, while better controlled than most speakers in this price range, isn’t reference quality.

Full Adam Audio T5V review and specifications →

App	No
Bass Extension (-10dB)	60Hz (measured, Audio Science Review)
Bass Extension (-3dB)	78Hz (measured, Audio Science Review)
Bluetooth	No
Dimensions	11.7"H x 7"W x 11.7"D (297.2 x 177.8 x 297.2 mm)
Drivers	5" (127mm) woofer
EQ	Yes (Room adjustment)
Frequency Response	58Hz - 24kHz (-3dB) (Manufacturer specified)
Inputs	XLR, RCA
Output Power	70w Per Speaker
Weight	12.6 lbs / 5.7 kg each

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Ranked #14 of 64 in Medium Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers - Vanatoo Transparent Zero Plus: $499.99 Amazon eBay

Pros: Genuinely neutral tonal balance in a small desktop-class powered speaker - a rarity in this size and price range, where the reviewer says most competitors have a scooped mid-range, one-note bass, and piercing V-shaped highs. Flexible mounting: flip the cabinet orientation to angle the tweeter up for flat-desktop placement or level for stand-mount ear height. Subwoofer output with auto-sense, so it engages automatically when a sub is connected. Wide input selection - Bluetooth aptX HD, USB (24-bit/96kHz), Toslink, and 3.5mm analog. Distortion stays reasonable (below 3%) up to about 88dB, and multitone distortion at max output (96dB) is the only real weak point.

Cons: An 8th-order Butterworth high-pass at 58Hz sharply limits bass below that point - F3 measures 92Hz and F10 53Hz, so kick drum fundamentals and true low end need a subwoofer. Very sensitive to ear height relative to the tweeter: sitting even slightly above the tweeter axis scoops out the 2-4kHz upper mid-range. Multitone distortion at maximum output (96dB) is high enough to add noticeable vocal graininess - stick closer to 88dB for clean output. The reviewer’s only real gripe is wishing it extended lower, which he acknowledges is an unreasonable ask for a speaker this size.

Full Vanatoo Transparent Zero Plus review and specifications →

Bass Extension (-10dB)	53Hz (measured, Erin's Audio Corner)
Bass Extension (-3dB)	92Hz (measured, Erin's Audio Corner)
DSP	Yes (8th-order Butterworth high-pass at 58Hz)
Dimensions	8.5"H x 5.5"W x 6"D
Drivers	4" aluminum cone woofer, 4" long-throw passive radiator, 1" soft dome tweeter
Inputs	Bluetooth (aptX HD), USB (24-bit/96kHz), Toslink Optical (24-bit/96kHz), 3.5mm Analog
Output Power	120W total (Class D)
Sensitivity	88.5dB (measured at 0.3V/1m, Erin's Audio Corner)
Weight	7 lbs each

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Ranked #20 of 64 in Medium Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers - IK Multimedia iLoud MTM MKII: $799.99 Amazon eBay

Pros: Compact MTM layout (two 3.5” midwoofers flanking a 1” tweeter) powered monitor rated at 100W per speaker with XLR input, sold as a pair with an ARC room-correction microphone included. Well-suited to nearfield desktop use, with linearity good enough for mixing or mastering. The bundled auto room-correction mic is genuinely effective - in testing it resolved specific room resonance peaks around 150Hz and 220Hz, making the midrange sound noticeably more lifelike. Back-panel switches allow desktop vs. free-field placement plus treble and bass trim. Harmonic distortion is good at a moderate 86dB output, appropriate for a speaker of this size.

Cons: Native treble tuning still runs about 3dB hot on-axis; the back-panel -3dB treble switch overcorrects, and roughly -1.5dB via external EQ works better. Vertical MTM lobing means staying within about 20-25° of the tweeter axis, or the upper-midrange to treble transition suffers significant suckout - the speaker should never be laid on its side unless the tweeter is pointed directly at the listener, or comb filtering results. Bass falls off sharply below its F3 of 51Hz (F10 45Hz), so a subwoofer is needed for anything lower. Multitone distortion rises sharply at 96dB/1m, and the reviewer recommends not exceeding about 86dB for extended listening at any distance - broadband output for the pair tops out around 94dB at 1 meter, with dynamic range essentially collapsing approaching 102dB. Horizontal directivity narrows with frequency rather than staying constant. Adding a subwoofer with an 80Hz crossover doesn’t meaningfully improve the distortion headroom, even though it does extend the low end.

Full IK Multimedia iLoud MTM MKII review and specifications →

App	Yes (X-MONITOR speaker emulation)
Bass Extension (-10dB)	46.3Hz (measured, Erin's Audio Corner)
Bass Extension (-3dB)	52.7Hz (measured, Erin's Audio Corner)
Bluetooth	No
Dimensions	10.4"H x 5.1"W x 6.3"D (264.2 x 129.5 x 160 mm)
Drivers	2x 3.5" (89mm) woofers, 1" silk dome tweeter
EQ	Yes (Room adjustment)
Frequency Response	48 Hz - 28 kHz (±2dB) (Manufacturer specified)
Inputs	XLR
Max SPL	112.5dB peak
Output Power	100w Per Speaker
Weight	5.5 lbs / 2.5 kg (5.5 lbs) each

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Ranked #27 of 64 in Medium Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers - KEF LSX II LT: $614.99 Amazon eBay

Pros: Coaxial (Uni-Q-style) driver keeps the tweeter centered in the midrange, giving wide and consistent dispersion both horizontally and vertically (about ±60° each) - a wide sweet spot for multiple seats or positions. The KEF Connect app provides genuinely useful DSP control: desk/wall boundary compensation, adjustable bass contour (standard/less/extra), treble trim, and subwoofer integration, letting you tune the sound to wherever it’s placed. Distortion at a moderate 86dB looks good for the speaker’s compact size. Tonal profile stays consistent from 0° to 30° off-axis, so side-seat listeners hear essentially the same balance as someone centered. Extensive connectivity for its size: HDMI, USB, optical, sub output, plus Wi-Fi/Bluetooth. Clearly outperformed the reviewer’s soundbars, including ones bundled with their own subwoofers, as a TV audio replacement.

Cons: Small drivers mean it’s SPL-limited: bass compression kicks in around 88-92dB/1m per speaker, and multitone distortion crosses the reviewer’s 3% threshold around 96dB - not intended for loud or large-room duty. F3 of 55Hz and F10 of 46Hz mean it loses much of its bass by around 50Hz; a subwoofer (controllable through the same app) is needed for real low end. Diffraction dips appear around 4-5kHz and again near 8kHz, likely tied to the tweeter housing or surround, giving a mild reduction in treble attack and sibilance. A possible port or enclosure resonance shows up around 800Hz in the rear-radiation measurements, though the reviewer wasn’t certain of the exact cause or whether it’s audible. No analog input on this LT variant, so a turntable can’t be connected directly - only the pricier standard LSX II model includes one.

Full KEF LSX II LT review and specifications →

App	No
Bass Extension (-10dB)	46Hz (measured, Erin's Audio Corner)
Bass Extension (-3dB)	55Hz (measured, Erin's Audio Corner)
Bluetooth	No
Dimensions	9.5"H x 6.1"W x 7.1"D (241.3 x 154.9 x 180.3 mm)
Drivers	115mm (4.5in.) magnesium/aluminium alloy cone woofer, 19mm (0.75in.) aluminium dome tweeter
EQ	No
Inputs	Wifi, USB-C, HDMI, Optical, Bluetooth
Output Power	100w RMS Per Speaker
Outputs	RCA Subwoofer
Sensitivity	84dB (measured at 0.3V/1m, Erin's Audio Corner)
Weight	15 lbs / 6.8 kg

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Ranked #31 of 64 in Medium Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers - Edifier MR4: $129.97 Amazon eBay

Pros: More balanced than the R1280DB. The value king. Impressively deep, flat bass down to 70Hz for such a small speaker, and its waveguide gives it unusually wide, consistent horizontal directivity for the price. Balanced XLR/TRS inputs are rare this cheap.

Cons: No Bluetooth unlike other Edifier models. Distortion climbs sharply above 86dB SPL, breaking into audible squealing near 96dB, and there’s a dip in the lower treble that needs a bit of EQ or the rear HF control to smooth out. Playback volume is limited with bass-heavy material - pushing it loud brings audible clicking/static.

Full Edifier MR4 review and specifications →

App	No
Bass Extension (-10dB)	58Hz (measured, Erin's Audio Corner)
Bass Extension (-3dB)	109Hz (measured, Erin's Audio Corner)
Bluetooth	No
Dimensions	9"H x 5.5"W x 7.6"D (228.6 x 139.7 x 193 mm)
Drivers	4" (102mm) woofer
EQ	No
Frequency Response	60 Hz-20 kHz (-3dB) (Manufacturer specified)
Inputs	TRS Balanced, RCA, Aux
Output Power	42w RMS Per Speaker
Outputs	Headphone
Sensitivity	78dB (measured at 0.3V/1m, Erin's Audio Corner)
Weight	9.9 lbs / 4.5 kg

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Ranked #36 of 64 in Medium Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers - Edifier R1280T: $129.97 Amazon eBay

Pros: ASR’s Klippel-based measurements found the woofer handled a demanding bass-heavy track without bottoming out or audible distortion, and distortion stayed low and inaudible at a normal 86dB SPL listening level. Built-in remote and bass/treble tone controls, no separate preamp needed.

Cons: On-axis response is jagged rather than neutral, with a woofer resonance around 5kHz and a tweeter peak near 10kHz that also show up in the directivity data, making off-axis/room response uneven too - the reviewer’s raw impression was “a bit bass heavy and after a track or two, somewhat bright,” and he recommends EQ correction. Vertical listening window is narrow, so the tweeter needs to be angled toward the ears. Pushed to 96dB SPL the tonal balance shifts noticeably, a sign of compression starting even though the driver doesn’t audibly break up.

Full Edifier R1280T review and specifications →

App	No
Bass Extension (-10dB)	62Hz (measured, Audio Science Review)
Bass Extension (-3dB)	80Hz (measured, Audio Science Review)
Bluetooth	No
Dimensions	9.2"H x 7.7"W x 5.7"D (234 x 196 x 146 mm)
Drivers	4" (102mm) woofer
EQ	No
Frequency Response	52Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified)
Inputs	2x RCA Input
Output Power	42w RMS Total
Outputs	None
Weight	10.8 lbs / 4.9 kg

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Ranked #38 of 64 in Medium Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers - Audioengine A5+ Classic: $399.00 Amazon Bhphotovideo eBay

Pros: CEA2034 spinorama shows a reasonably flat response outside of the upper bass. Internal Class AB amplification (50W RMS, 75W peak) with a linear power supply drives a 5” Kevlar woofer and 0.75” tweeter.

Cons: A valley in the upper bass (200-400Hz) recesses that range, and a distortion peak shows up around 800-900Hz even at 86dB SPL. Off-axis response doesn’t track the on-axis curve well through the crossover, suggesting the waveguide isn’t fully optimized. Resonances appear at 900Hz and 4.4kHz.

Full Audioengine A5+ Classic review and specifications →

App	No
Bass Extension (-10dB)	50Hz (measured, Audio Science Review)
Bass Extension (-3dB)	68Hz (measured, Audio Science Review)
DSP	No
Dimensions	10.9"H x 7.2"W x 9.7"D (276.2 x 182.6 x 247.6 mm)
Drivers	5" Kevlar woofer, 0.75" silk dome tweeter
EQ	No
Frequency Response	50Hz - 22kHz (+/-1.5dB) (Manufacturer specified)
Output Power	50W RMS / 75W peak
Weight	15.4 lbs / 7 kg (left/powered), 9.7 lbs / 4.4 kg (right)

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Ranked #42 of 64 in Medium Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers - Klipsch The Fives: $699/pair Amazon eBay

Pros: Versatile powered stereo alternative to a soundbar, with HDMI ARC, USB, optical, Bluetooth, phono/line RCA and subwoofer output. Erin measured F3 at 57Hz and found generally benign harmonic distortion at normal levels. The horn-loaded 1-inch tweeter provides useful controlled radiation, real-wood cabinets are well finished, and firmware offers Dynamic Bass, Flat and Bass Cut profiles; Bass Cut is the closest to neutral.

Cons: The nominal Flat mode is bass-heavy rather than flat, and the response/directivity transition around the 4.5-inch woofer and Tractrix horn requires careful placement or EQ. Erin measured roughly 2.5dB compression around 200Hz and still more below 80Hz at high drive; limiting protects the small woofer but audibly removes bass dynamics. A subwoofer is advisable, especially at distance. This amplified system has no meaningful passive impedance or sensitivity specification.

Full Klipsch The Fives review and specifications →

Bass Extension (-10dB)	47.3Hz (measured, Erin's Audio Corner)
Bass Extension (-3dB)	57Hz (measured, Erin's Audio Corner)
DSP	Dynamic Bass, Flat and Bass Cut profiles
Drivers	1" horn-loaded tweeter; 4.5" woofer
Inputs	HDMI ARC, USB, optical, Bluetooth, phono/line RCA
Sensitivity	Not applicable (active DSP loudspeaker)

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Ranked #61 of 64 in Medium Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers - Neumi BS5P-ARC: $219.99 Amazon eBay

Pros: Adds an HDMI ARC input over Neumi’s standard BS5P, plus USB-C, optical and coaxial digital inputs, useful as a simple TV soundbar alternative.

Cons: Erin’s Audio Corner measured a rough response: on-axis deviation of 0.617dB, on-axis smoothness of just 0.167, and a mild +0.08dB per octave upward tilt, with predicted in-room smoothness of just 0.26. A -3dB point of 112.8Hz and a Harman in-room extension estimate of just 79Hz mean very little real bass extension without a subwoofer.

Full Neumi BS5P-ARC review and specifications →

Country	China
Dimensions	10.6H x 7.2W x 8.5D in each
Drivers	1" silk dome tweeter with integrated waveguide, 5" poly-cone woofer
Enclosure	2-way active
Inputs	HDMI ARC, Bluetooth, USB-C, optical, coaxial, RCA analog
Power Output	75W total (37.5W per channel)

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