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Alex Audio Video — in-store — Sofia, Sofia City Province, Bulgaria (website)
Ambiance Concert — in-store — Angers, Pays de la Loire, France (website)
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Acoustic Energy AE109

Name: Acoustic Energy AE109
Brand: Acoustic Energy
SKU: 100-series-ae109
Rating: 92 (11 reviews)

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Specifications 10 reviews & sources

92/100

Deliciously Crispy

Sound Quality

91/100

Build Quality

89/100

Value for Money

96/100

The Acoustic Energy AE109 packs controlled bass, explosive dynamics and a surprisingly expansive soundstage into a slim floorstander. The Ear found its rhythmic attack, clear fast midrange and detailed treble especially compelling, while its solid HDF cabinet and slot port help deliver full-bodied, non-boomy scale. A highly musical, exceptional-value choice for energetic listening.

Pros

Delivers deep, controlled bass from a slim cabinet without requiring rear-wall placement or becoming boomy.

Excellent rhythmic drive, speed of attack and dynamic authority with complex, bass-heavy music.

Creates a spacious, involving soundstage with convincing height and depth.

Solid 15mm HDF cabinet construction provides useful internal volume without compromising rigidity.

Cons

Vocal delivery can sound slightly nasal and TV dialogue may seem recessed until the supplied spikes are fitted and toe-in is adjusted.

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What Reviewers Are Saying

"I think we have here the ‘bargain of the moment’ when it comes to accomplished loudspeakers; certainly, at entry-level, but almost at any level."

— The Ear

"Let’s take a look at these interestingly priced floorstanders from the British Acoustic Energy."

— Alpha Audio

SOUND QUALITY PERFORMANCE 91/100

Reviewers describe an unusually full, controlled and highly engaging presentation from the slim cabinet. Its particular strengths are bass authority, rhythmic drive and a spacious soundstage, while the midrange has a small vocal-presentation caveat in some TV material.

Bass

92/100

The Ear was impressed by the amount of low-frequency energy from such a slim cabinet, finding it controlled, substantial and free from the boom often heard at this level. The speaker also produced strong bass without needing to be placed against a rear wall.

Mid

88/100

The midrange is described as clear, fast and well integrated with the detailed treble. One reviewer did hear slight vocal nasality and occasionally recessed dialogue in television dramas, though this was much less apparent with music.

Treble

90/100

Treble is reported to be nicely detailed and smoothly dovetailed into the midrange. Slight toe-in can lift the presence region and bring dialogue forward, offering useful adjustment for a more direct presentation.

Soundstage Imaging

91/100

The Ear found a soundstage far larger than the narrow cabinets suggest, with worthwhile height and depth. The presentation was described as involving and entertaining rather than merely spacious.

Dynamics

93/100

Dynamic capability is a standout: the review cites forceful basslines, pumping rhythms and quick attack delivered with real clarity. Pace and rhythm were considered remarkable at the price.

Assessments of Build Quality, Usability, and Overall Propositions.

Build Quality

89/100

The cabinet is described as solidly made from 15mm HDF, a material that allows more internal volume without sacrificing stiffness. Reviewers also note improved veneer options, a flared slot port and higher-grade binding posts.

Value for Money

96/100

At around €700 per pair in the reviewed configuration, The Ear called the AE109.2 the “bargain of the moment” and said it was a Best Buy contender. That praise is especially notable because the reviewer felt its accomplishment extended beyond entry-level competition.

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Specifications

Model: AE109²
Driver: 125mm paper cones 25mm fabric dome
Frequency Response: 41Hz – 26kHz
Sensitivity: 89dB
Max Power: 115dB
Power Handling: 175w
Crossover: 275Hz, 2.5kHz
Impedance: 6ohms
Type: 2.5 way
Grille: Slim, cloth magnetic fit
Dimensions: 860 x 165 x 250 (HxWxD)
Mounting: M8
Weight: 16kg (each)
Finish: Black and Walnut vinyl veneer

Bi-Wire Capable

Manufacturer's Description — Acoustic Energy

AE109²

The AE109² is designed to offer effortless, room filling performance from a slim-line floor-standing loudspeaker in much the same way the world acclaimed original AE109 did 20 years ago. To do this, two 125mm paper drivers utilising an ultra-high force motor system are used in partnership with a 25mm soft dome tweeter. The 2.5-way crossover features a unique topology allowing integration and power handling previously un-achievable from this type of speaker. Particular attention has been paid to the phase and time alignment for the most cohesive performance possible.

Like the AE100² stand-mount speaker, the driver and crossover are housed within a substantial 15mm HDF cabinet that takes styling cues from the award winning 500 Series. The result is an audio product with clean and uncluttered lines that can still deliver the thrilling and powerful presentation Acoustic Energy owners have come to expect. Black and walnut vinyl veneer finishes are available.

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Authorized dealers for Acoustic Energy AE109

Absoulute Audio plus Video — in-store — Aiken, South Carolina, United States (website)
Holt Hill — online and in-store — Andover, Massachusetts, United States (website)
A&L Audio — in-store — Seksyen 52 Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia (website)
A1 Futureshop — online and in-store — North Rocks, New South Wales, Australia (website)
Acoustica — online and in-store — Chester, England, United Kingdom (website)
Akalın Muzik Ltd. — in-store — İstanbul, Turkey (website)
Alen Audio — in-store — Extramurs, Comunidad Valenciana, Spain (website)
Alex Audio Video — in-store — Sofia, Sofia City Province, Bulgaria (website)
Ambiance Concert — in-store — Angers, Pays de la Loire, France (website)
Anagram Audio — online and in-store — Bury St Edmunds, England, United Kingdom (website)