Essence Welcomes the All‑New Acoustic Energy 300² Series to the USA!

[Bob Rapoport]

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Essence Welcomes the All‑New Acoustic Energy 300² Series to the USA!​

We’re proud to announce the U.S. debut of the completely redesigned Acoustic Energy 300² Series—a new generation of British loudspeakers that blends cutting-edge engineering with timeless sound quality. These new models, now available from Essence for Hi Res Audio, represent the most significant upgrade to AE’s midrange lineup in over a decade.

British Heritage, Reimagined

Founded in London in 1987, Acoustic Energy earned global acclaim with its original AE1 loudspeaker—a compact studio monitor known for dynamic punch, accuracy, and musicality. More than 35 years later, AE remains true to its heritage, now operating from the Cotswolds, England, where every speaker is designed with the same passion for performance. What’s New in the AE 300² Series?
This second-generation lineup—consisting of the AE300² Bookshelf, AE309² Compact Tower, AE320² Large Tower, and the new AE SUB Powered Subwoofer—is a complete reimagining of the previous 300 Series. No components are carried over. AE has infused this series with advanced technologies borrowed from their flagship CORINIUM loudspeakers to deliver reference-grade performance at real-world prices.

New Driver Technology​

• Mid-bass drivers now feature an innovative paper and coconut fiber composite cone, replacing the previous ceramic-aluminum design. The result is improved stiffness, reduced coloration, and a warmer, more natural tone with excellent transient response.
• The 1" soft dome tweeter, derived from the CORINIUM, incorporates AE’s Wide Dispersion Technology, delivering smooth highs with remarkable clarity across a broad soundstage.
• All-new crossovers ensure seamless integration and time alignment between drivers, preserving coherence and musical flow.

Advanced Cabinets​

• The 300² Series introduces AE’s RSC™ (Resonance Suppression Composite) cabinet construction—a constrained-layer damping technique first developed for their Reference Series. This drastically reduces cabinet resonances and allows the drivers to perform at their full potential.
• The design features slimmer cabinets with slot-shaped rear ports for smoother bass response and better room integration.
• New “silk-touch” matte finishes in Black, White, and Walnut offer a refined, contemporary aesthetic, complete with color-matched trim rings and premium magnetic grilles.

The New AE SUB: A Natural Match​

The lineup is now anchored by the new AE SUB Powered Subwoofer, an ideal companion to the AE300² bookshelf model or any speaker in the range. Featuring a

powerful internal amplifier and an 12" long-throw driver in a sealed enclosure, the AE SUB delivers deep, articulate bass down to 30Hz. It’s compact, musical, and voiced to seamlessly integrate with AE’s entire speaker family.
MSRP: $999 U.S. Pricing & Model Overview
Available now from Essence for Hi Res Audio with free shipping (excluding Alaska and Hawaii):

• AE300² Bookshelf: $999/pair
• AE309² Compact Tower: $2199/pair
• AE320² Large 3-Way Tower: $3199/pair Flagship Performance at Half the Price!
• AE SUB Powered Subwoofer: $999 each

The AE320² leverages the full driver array and cabinet engineering from AE’s $7999‑per‑pair CORINIUM flagship and delivers 90% of its performance for less than half the price. It’s the ideal solution for listeners who want large-scale dynamics, exquisite detail, and full-range sound in medium to large rooms—without the flagship price tag.

Whether you’re discovering Acoustic Energy for the first time or upgrading from a prior generation, the new 300² Series sets a new benchmark for value and performance in high-fidelity loudspeakers. Experience them now in the U.S. from Essence, your source for better content—and better sound.

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