Audioengine (company)

Audioengine
TypePrivate
IndustryAudio
Founded2005 (2005)
HeadquartersSherman, Texas, U.S.
Key people
Nate Rodriguez (CEO)
Productsloudspeakers
Websitewww.audioengine.com

Audioengine is a Texas-based, privately owned audio company founded in 2005. The company specializes in home music systems and other audio components designed for homes, offices, and desktops. Audioengine is known for integrating both analog wired inputs as well as digital connections in its products with connectivity via RCA, 3.5mm AUX, Optical, USB and Hi-Res Bluetooth.[1]

History

Founded in 2005,[2] Audioengine produces home audio systems such as the A5, its first product described as a powered speaker system for desktop and home use.[3] Following the A5, Audioengine expanded its product line with the A2, a smaller desktop speaker system that featured wood speaker cabinets and detailed audio output. The A2 was later updated to the A2+, integrating Bluetooth technology, enabling wireless streaming from various devices.[4]

Over the years, Audioengine introduced other products such as those in the HD Series, which includes high-fidelity powered speakers suitable for a variety of listening environments.[5] The company also launched the B2, a Bluetooth-enabled all-in-one portable speaker designed to bring high-fidelity audio to small and medium-sized rooms.[6]

Products

New York magazine's "The Strategist" said the A2+ was the "Best Overall Desktop Speaker" of 2024[7] TechRadar also reviewed it positively.[8]

Wired has reviewed the B2 positively as a competitor in the high-end Bluetooth market due to its design and high quality wireless streaming.[9] Audioengine also expanded its offerings with digital-to-analog converters (DACs) and wireless music receivers, such as the B1 Bluetooth Music Receiver and the D1 DAC and headphone amplifier, both of which have received favorable reviews.[10]

According to PCMag, the B1 Bluetooth Music Receiver is "a simple way to stream high-quality wireless audio through your home."[11]

References

  1. ↑ "Where to place your computer speakers to get the best sound possible". NBC News. 2025-01-02. Retrieved 2025-01-25.
  2. ↑ Mitchell, Brian (2018-03-02). "Audioengine A5+ Powered Speakers Now With Wireless Streaming". ecoustics.com. Retrieved 2025-01-25.
  3. ↑ "Audioengine 5 Amplified Speaker System". Sound & Vision. December 4, 2006.
  4. ↑ "Tested: Audioengine A2+ Powered Speakers". Gear Patrol. January 22, 2014.
  5. ↑ "Audioengine's HD6 bring affordable audio to real people | Darko.Audio". darko.audio. November 14, 2015.
  6. ↑ "Audioengine B2 Bluetooth loudspeaker review | Darko.Audio". darko.audio. June 21, 2015.
  7. ↑ Conrad, Jennifer (2024-02-16). "The 6 Very Best Computer Speakers". The Strategist. Retrieved 2025-01-25.
  8. ↑ Al Griffin (2023-05-06). "4 ways to improve music quality from your computer speakers". TechRadar. Retrieved 2025-01-25.
  9. ↑ Moynihan, Tim. "Audioengine Promises Premium Bass With Its High-End Bluetooth Speaker". Wired. ISSN 1059-1028. Retrieved 2025-01-25.
  10. ↑ What Hi-Fi? (2012-04-25). "Home review". whathifi. Retrieved 2025-01-25.
  11. ↑ "Audioengine B1 Bluetooth Music Receiver Review". PCMAG. 2014-08-21. Retrieved 2025-01-25.