{"product_id":"acoustic-energy-ae1-active-bookshelf-speakers","title":"Acoustic Energy AE1 Active Bookshelf Speakers","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Acoustic Energy AE1 Active loudspeakers are a compact but fiercely capable pair of standmount monitors that bypass the need for external amplification. Built on the design legacy of the original AE1 and enhanced with decades of R\u0026amp;D in active monitoring, these speakers combine all-analogue Class A\/B amplification (two 50W amplifiers per speaker), Acoustic Energy's pure piston ceramic aluminium cone and a British-engineered cabinet in one self-powered system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #f9f5f0; border-left: 4px solid #A3704D; padding: 12px 16px; margin: 16px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe AE1 Active has sold through:\u003c\/strong\u003e its replacement, the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/acoustic-energy-ae-active-bookshelf-speakers\"\u003eAE Active\u003c\/a\u003e, is the latest evolution of this design, with an upgraded pure-piston cone, a refined cabinet, and a new auto on\/off circuit. It is available to pre-order now.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAE1 Active Speakers Key Features\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAmplification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dual 50W Class A\/B amplifiers per speaker with linear power supply\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDriver Technology:\u003c\/strong\u003e 125mm fifth-generation ceramic hard-anodised spun aluminium cone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTweeter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 27mm Acoustic Energy designed aluminium dome with WDT waveguide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eActive Analog Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fully analogue signal path, no DSP or digital processing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInputs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Balanced XLR and RCA analogue with independent volume control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTuning Controls:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bass and treble shelving filters (+\/- 2dB) for room and placement adjustment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCabinet Construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18mm internally braced MDF with slot port for reduced turbulence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUse Case Flexibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Optimized for home HiFi systems and studio monitoring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish Options:\u003c\/strong\u003e Piano Black, Piano White, and real wood Piano Walnut veneer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eActive Speaker Performance and Design\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe AE1 Active is an all-analogue, bi-amped two-way loudspeaker where every decision was made in pursuit of performance. Unlike many active speakers that rely on Class D or DSP trickery, the AE1 Active sticks to dual 50W linear Class A\/B amps per speaker, one for the mid\/bass driver and one for the tweeter. Going active reduces crossover losses and eliminates speaker cable influences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fifth-generation 125mm ceramic aluminium cone acts as a true piston throughout its range, avoiding the flex and break-up nodes common in paper or polymer designs. It's fast, controlled, and transparent, delivering low-frequency grip with startling impact. Mated to a bespoke 27mm aluminium dome tweeter set in Acoustic Energy's Wide Dispersion Technology (WDT) waveguide, the AE1 Active produces a wide and stable stereo image with precise treble extension and tonal balance. The crossover is an active 4th order minimum phase Linkwitz-Riley design at 3.5kHz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eFlexible Connectivity for HiFi Systems\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith both balanced XLR and unbalanced RCA inputs, the AE1 Active adapts easily to modern HiFi chains, whether fed from a streamer or a DAC\/preamp. Each speaker includes an analogue volume control for setups lacking level control on the source side. Defeatable +\/- 2dB trims for bass and treble let you tune each speaker to the room and its placement. Plug in, dial in, and play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eStudio-Tough Cabinet Engineering\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cabinet is extensively braced 18mm MDF with internal damping panels, and its rear slot port significantly reduces wind noise at high volumes. The AE1 Active is the first AE1 to feature a slot-loaded reflex port, delivering improved low-frequency extension and lower turbulence even at higher SPLs. Slim, magnetic-fit cloth grilles are acoustically transparent and protect the drivers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSpeaker Stand Note\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf ordering speaker stands, the walnut finishes do not match the AE1 Active. We recommend ordering the stands in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/listenroom.com\/collections\/acoustic-energy\/products\/acoustic-energy-speaker-stands\" title=\"Acoustic Energy Speaker Stands\"\u003eHigh Gloss Piano Black\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eThe Listening Room Difference\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Listening Room is a third-generation, family-owned business where every system is treated like a bespoke installation. Owner Mike Hoatson is directly involved in nearly every sale, from phone consultations to cross-country delivery and in-home setup. Whether you're in New England or the Gulf Coast, Mike's van has probably already passed through your town with another hand-delivered system. 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