Acoustic Energy AE1

Acoustic Energy's high quality speakers have been around the UK hifi scene for some years - the AE1 was their first release in the early 1990s, and the model's gone through a few variations since [first plain 'AE1' then 'Signature' and now 'AE1 II']. These are serious speakers at a serious price. Sevenoaks HiFi are selling the previous model at a reduction, but 700 quid is enough of anyone's money to make it worthwhile thinking and listening hard before parting with the cash. Are they worth it? I think so, but I'm biased having bought a pair of the original model shortly after they were released. I've also ...  Read the complete review