Bookshelf Speaker Reviews

Review: The KEF X300A powered speakers use two class AB amplifiers in each speaker. A 50 watt amp drives the woofer and handles the low and mid frequencies, and a 20 watt amp powers the 1" tweeter.

We got a chance to listen to Status Acoustics' new bookshelf speaker. The cabinets each weight 80lbs and are made out of actual granite. These babies sound as good as we look as we heard first hand.

If you are a fan of the classic Def Tech look, you're going to love the new Def Tech Incline powered desktop speaker. Coming soon at $399 a pair.

Genelec's G Series active two-way speakers have a seamless design that flows gently from the woofer to the tweeter. Genelec chose the smooth design to reduce acoustic reflections.

When found the Boston Acoustics A225C to be a great entry-level center speaker, and a good companion to Boston's A360 Speakers. Read on for the full review and comparisons.

The Bowers & Wilkins 805 Maserati Edition is the latest in the partnership between the two companies. The internal components stay, but the styling gets an overhaul.

Known for high value amps, Emotiva is throwing down the gauntlet in the pro arena with their Stealth 6 & 8 powered studio monitors. Read on to find out how these speakers stand up to our scrutiny.

Review: The Polk Audio LSiM 703 bookshelf speakers are the company flagship model in the category. And trust us, they are a great set of speakers. Read on for a full review of the LSiM703's.

While pricing for the Opalum speakers hasn't been announced, we're betting it isn't going to be cheap. We're sure the Opalum speakers will turn heads, we're just not sure if they will open wallets.

Given our experiences with the Fluance XL7F floorstanding speakers, we believe the XL7S surround and XL7C center speaker will be quality products. At $799.99 they won't break the bank either.

This is a review of the Angel City Audio Trinity L/R & Center speaker system which employ excellent cabinetry and premium parts.

Anthony Gallo Acoustics (AGA) showed off its new Strada 2 bookshelf speakers. The Strada 2's look a lot like their predecessor and have the same sleek and modern look. They feature updated driver tech

To mark their 30th anniversary Triad has released the CR-1, a brand new flagship LCR speaker specifically designed for 15-30 seat theaters.

With ceramic midranges and tweeter, the ability to tune the bass and tweeter response, and gorgeous Walnut or Piano Black finishes, the XTZ Divine 100.33 are certainly eye catching.

The Airmotiv 5's are Powered Studio Monitors and they're new from Emotiva Professional. The speakers are 2-way powered speakers that can each receive either an RCA line level input, or a balanced XLR.

Definitive Technologies StudioMonitor 65 speakers make me want to listen to music. These Def Techs are amazing and they will make you want to build a room just for them.

Did Triad cut corners to meet a certain price point with the Triad Bookshelf Speakers for Nexus Q? Sure. But we are still talking about a pair of Triad speaker for less than $400 a pair.

Preview: The thing that makes the KEF LS50 mini-monitors so exciting is the price. $1500 a pair may sounds reasonable to us given the level of technology that has gone into KEF LS50s.

MartinLogan LX16 / Motion 15 two-way bookshelf speakers ($799/pr) feature a folded horn and a 5.25” mid woofer. Good sound and looks go hand in hand with these babies.

This is a review of the new EMP E56Ci Center Channel & E55WI On-wall surround speaker system integrated with E55Ti towers, and dual ES1010i subwoofers. Valuable set-up info is given.

Regardless of your needs, the Paradigm Cinema Speakers has a solution for you. Especially on a budget. With 5.1 systems starting at $1000 and tons of upgrade options, users should find all they need.

Axiom Audio introduced their VP160v3 center channel to round out their offerings and tonally match their M60v3 speakers. The VP160v3 employs a W(T/M)W design for improved off-axis response.

Given the price, the Trends Audio SA-10 may be a cheap way into high end audio, especially when paired with one of their inexpensive hybrid tube amps.

When we fired up the RBH Sound SX-61/R Reference Bookshelf speakers, all that went out the proverbial window. Sometimes we get caught up in the specs, power handling and features of products. Not now.

Emotiva launched a new Pro website and 3 active monitor loudspeakers called airmotiv. The speakers boast biamplification, active crossovers and a ribbon tweeter.

Everything from the driver choice to the aesthetics have been changed with the new Def Tech StudioMonitor offerings with three offerings (SM45, SM55, SM65) from $399 to $899 a pair.

Sound Import, LLC is now the exclusive distributor for Wharfedale speakers in the US. Today we got treated to a preview of the Jade Series loudspeakers which is a fairly robust line with seven models.

Review: The Aperion Audio Verus Grand Bookshelf speaker is a compact two-way design employing high quality components that sound as good as they look. Free 30 day home trial & shipping, great deal!