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Near-mint active speaker package consisting of the highly acclaimed Acoustic Energy AE1 Active stand-mount speakers in premium Piano Black Gloss, paired with the official Acoustic Energy Reference Stands. Under 1 year old.Condition: 9/10.Operation: 100% perfect working order. The built-in class A/B amplifiers sound incredible.Included: AE1 Active speakers, AE Reference stands, original power cables, grilles. Atacama Gel Pads fitted to the stands. Speakers or stands can be bought separately, please contact me to discuss. London NW9
For a current listing, £625 is a genuine bargain against the recent used market: it sits well below the £757 lower quartile and comfortably under the £773 median, so this looks like a strong buy rather than a merely fair one. The timing matters only in the sense that a clean, well-kept example at this price is the sort of opportunity worth moving on quickly.
That’s especially true here because these are respected active monitors: compact, revealing, and capable of a lively, room-filling presentation with real bass control for the size. If the pair is original, fully working, and includes the right power leads/cables, the value is even better; just make sure both amplifiers are healthy and the drivers are clean, since age-related electronics issues are the main thing to check on any active design.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
Acoustic Energy, a British hi-fi icon, traces its roots to London, England, where founder Phil Jones established the company on April 4, 1987, initially as Eldonfield Limited. The brand's debut came swiftly with the legendary AE1 compact loudspeaker, a compact monitor that shattered expectations by delivering dynamics, power, and clarity rivaling far larger high-end designs. Relocating to Cirencester in the Cotswolds by 1994—and solidifying its base there since 1995—the firm has remained proudly UK-owned, blending over a century of directors' audio expertise with a commitment to innovation and quality.
The brand centers on loudspeakers as its core strength, from the iconic AE1 to modern standmounts, floorstanders, and entry-level models that expanded via strategic partnerships. While it ventured briefly into electronics like Bluetooth speakers and WiFi radios, Acoustic Energy excels in speaker design, prioritizing compact enclosures with exceptional performance. It avoids diversification into amplifiers, turntables, DACs, headphones, or cables, staying true to its loudspeaker heritage.
Renowned worldwide, Acoustic Energy commands respect as a mid-tier powerhouse, earning hundreds of awards from hi-fi press over three decades for value-driven excellence. Positioned for discerning buyers seeking British engineering without ultra-premium pricing, it delivers pedigree sound that punches above its weight, securing a loyal following among knowledgeable enthusiasts who prize clarity, dynamics, and enduring build quality.
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