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About Acoustic Energy

Acoustic Energy was founded in 1987 in London, England, and relocated to their current headquarters in Tetbury, Gloucestershire in 1995 (Unit 1, Trull Farm, Trull, GL8 8SQ). The company launched with their legendary AE1 loudspeaker as their founding product, which established their reputation in high-fidelity audio. Acoustic Energy specializes primarily in loudspeakers, with some active speakers featuring integrated amplification, including the notable AE1 Active with integrated class A/B amplification. Their comprehensive product range includes the Corinium, 500 Series, 300 Series, 100 Series, and AE SUB models. Since 1994, the company has utilized overseas manufacturing partners to achieve global reach while maintaining British ownership and design control. Acoustic Energy Loudspeakers Ltd remains privately owned and operated in the UK, continuing their commitment to delivering exceptional sound quality. The company maintains an active social media presence across Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Threads, and YouTube, engaging with audio enthusiasts worldwide while preserving their British heritage and engineering excellence.

Founded: 1987

November 2025 Edition of 'Hi-Fi Choice': Spotlight on Acoustic Energy AE300 and Spotify Lossless Streaming

The November 2025 issue of ‘Hi-Fi Choice’ highlights the Acoustic Energy AE300 standmount speakers, showcasing innovative two-way audio design.
The main topic addresses the addition of lossless streaming tier by Spotify, compared to Qobuz's established high-resolution service since 2007.
A new HFC Qobuz playlist is introduced, featuring curated high-resolution tracks, available in the magazine and online.

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Acoustic Energy Revives their Iconic AE1 Speakers for their 40th Anniversary with Modern Upgrades

Acoustic Energy reintroduces the iconic AE1 speakers as the AE1 40th Anniversary edition, celebrating the product's 40-year legacy.
The AE1 40th Anniversary speakers feature modernized components, including a 29mm voice coil tweeter and a 125mm woofer for improved audio performance.
Enhanced design elements include a high mass straight-sided cone with an anodized ceramic layer, optimizing power handling and dynamic range.

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Acoustic Energy Celebrates 40th Anniversary with the AE1 Loudspeaker Reissue

Acoustic Energy celebrates 40 years with the AE1 40th Anniversary Edition loudspeaker, enhancing its classic two-way standmount design introduced in 1987.
Upgraded features include a 29mm aluminum tweeter with rear chamber and a 5" anodized aluminum mid/bass driver, improving sound clarity and distortion reduction.
Cabinet dimensions remain at 95mm x 180mm x 240mm, despite internal volume adjustments for the larger mid/bass driver.

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Acoustic Energy Launches AE307² On-Wall LCR Speaker to Complete 300 Series

Acoustic Energy introduces the AE307² On-Wall LCR Speaker, completing the 300 Series with a versatile, high-performance option for home theaters.
The AE307² features advanced material technologies, including a 4.7-inch paper and coconut composite mid-woofer and a 1-inch soft-dome tweeter for enhanced sound quality.
Innovative cabinet design using Resonance Suppression Composite (RSC™) technology minimizes resonance, enabling clean audio performance in a shallow, sealed enclosure.

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