Next Generation Acoustic Energy 300² Speakers Arrive in America — Available Now Through Essence

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(August 24, 2025) Acoustic Energy has been a respected name in British hi-fi since 1987, and now North American listeners have the chance to experience its latest generation of speakers. Florida-based Essence for Hi Res Audio, an Acoustic Energy dealer welcomes a healthy upgrade to the company’s midrange offerings.

The new series is not a refresh. Every model has been redesigned from the ground up, borrowing heavily from the company’s flagship Corinium speakers. The lineup includes the AE300² Bookshelf ($999/pair), AE309² Compact Tower ($2,199/pair), AE320² Large 3-Way Tower ($3,199/pair), and the AE SUB Powered Subwoofer ($999). Each model incorporates new materials, new crossovers, and an entirely new cabinet structure to maximize performance.

One of the biggest changes is in driver technology. Mid bass drivers now use a paper and coconut fiber composite cone, replacing the older ceramic aluminum design. Acoustic Energy says this results in stiffer, more natural-sounding drivers with a faster transient response and less coloration. For highs, a 1" soft dome tweeter, borrowed from the Corinium, features Wide Dispersion Technology for a broad, smooth soundstage. And all new crossovers ensure seamless integration and time alignment across the frequency spectrum.

Cabinet design has also taken a leap forward. The new Resonance Suppression Composite (RSC) construction uses constrained layer damping to cut resonance and let the drivers perform cleanly. Slot-shaped rear ports help smooth out bass performance and improve room integration, while slimmer cabinet profiles and new matte finishes in black, white, or walnut deliver a contemporary aesthetic.

Perhaps the most exciting addition is the AE SUB, a sealed 12" powered subwoofer with extension to 30 Hz. Compact yet muscular, it's been tuned to integrate naturally with the 300² Series but can also serve as a flexible addition to other systems.

The flagship AE320² stands out for trickle-down engineering from the $7,999 Corinium, offering what Acoustic Energy claims is 90 percent of the flagship’s performance for less than half the price. For listeners seeking large-scale dynamics and full-range clarity in medium to large rooms, it represents one of the more compelling values in this price category.

U.S. distribution is handled exclusively through Fidelity Imports and AV NIRVANA is proud to host an official Essence subforum where enthusiasts can ask questions, share impressions, and connect directly with the brand. Join us there and chat directly with Essence owner, Bob Rapoport!

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Todd Anderson said:
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(August 24, 2025) Acoustic Energy has been a respected name in British hi-fi since 1987, and now North American listeners have the chance to experience its latest generation of speakers. Florida-based Essence for Hi Res Audio, an Acoustic Energy dealer, has officially brought the 300² Series stateside, marking a healthy upgrade to the company’s midrange offerings.

The new series is not a refresh. Every model has been redesigned from the ground up, borrowing heavily from the company’s flagship Corinium speakers. The lineup includes the AE300² Bookshelf ($999/pair), AE309² Compact Tower ($2,199/pair), AE320² Large 3-Way Tower ($3,199/pair), and the AE SUB Powered Subwoofer ($999). Each model incorporates new materials, new crossovers, and an entirely new cabinet structure to maximize performance.

One of the biggest changes is in driver technology. Mid bass drivers now use a paper and coconut fiber composite cone, replacing the older ceramic aluminum design. Acoustic Energy says this results in stiffer, more natural-sounding drivers with a faster transient response and less coloration. For highs, a 1" soft dome tweeter, borrowed from the Corinium, features Wide Dispersion Technology for a broad, smooth soundstage. And all new crossovers ensure seamless integration and time alignment across the frequency spectrum.

Cabinet design has also taken a leap forward. The new Resonance Suppression Composite (RSC) construction uses constrained layer damping to cut resonance and let the drivers perform cleanly. Slot-shaped rear ports help smooth out bass performance and improve room integration, while slimmer cabinet profiles and new matte finishes in black, white, or walnut deliver a contemporary aesthetic.

Perhaps the most exciting addition is the AE SUB, a sealed 12" powered subwoofer with extension to 30 Hz. Compact yet muscular, it's been tuned to integrate naturally with the 300² Series but can also serve as a flexible addition to other systems.

The flagship AE320² stands out for trickle-down engineering from the $7,999 Corinium, offering what Acoustic Energy claims is 90 percent of the flagship’s performance for less than half the price. For listeners seeking large-scale dynamics and full-range clarity in medium to large rooms, it represents one of the more compelling values in this price category.

U.S. distribution is handled exclusively through Essence for Hi Res Audio, and AV NIRVANA is proud to host an official Essence subforum where enthusiasts can ask questions, share impressions, and connect directly with the brand. Join us there and chat directly with Essence owner, Bob Rapoport!

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Thanks for the coverage Todd, I'll forward the link to AE in the UK.
 
Good looking speakers!

Hope to hear them at an audio show!
 
MediumRare said:
They look nice. Are any spinorama’s available?
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Not yet, I just checked their website. The rear and sides are the same finish as the front panels, the rear has a slot port at the top and input terminals recessed at the bottom.
 
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Not yet, I just checked their website. The rear and sides are the same finish as the front panels, the rear has a slot port at the top and input terminals recessed at the bottom.
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I was thinking of the spinoramas that document the frequent response off center and directivity.
 
MediumRare said:
I was thinking of the spinoramas that document the frequent response off center and directivity.
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I can tell you from first hand experience that Acoustic Energy speakers feature a Tweeter wave guide that enhances directionality so you'll hear the localization cues in the music first, before the reflected sounds from your wall, ceiling, and floor arrive at your ears. This is what makes their stereo imaging so precise and palpably realistic. Low frequency sounds are omni-directional, mid-range sounds get narrower as the frequency rises and high frequencies are like a flashlight beam.
 
Bob Rapoport said:
I can tell you from first hand experience that Acoustic Energy speakers feature a Tweeter wave guide that enhances directionality so you'll hear the localization cues in the music first, before the reflected sounds from your wall, ceiling, and floor arrive at your ears. This is what makes their stereo imaging so precise and palpably realistic. Low frequency sounds are omni-directional, mid-range sounds get narrower as the frequency rises and high frequencies are like a flashlight beam.
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I do appreciate your enthusiasm but everything you said applies to all speakers because physics. That's why a spinorama is indispensable.

By the way, and not being snarky: Since you are an audio equipment distributor I think it would be appropriate to put that as your tag rather than, or at least, in addition to, music reviewer.
 
MediumRare said:
I do appreciate your enthusiasm but everything you said applies to all speakers because physics. That's why a spinorama is indispensable.

By the way, and not being snarky: Since you are an audio equipment distributor I think it would be appropriate to put that as your tag rather than, or at least, in addition to, music reviewer.
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I'll check with the factory in the UK to see if they have a spinorama available. Thanks.
 
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