Audioengine Insights

For people with ADHD, staying focused at work or school isn’t just a challenge. It can feel nearly impossible. Task switching happens fast. Silence becomes distracting. And traditional productivity tools often fall short. That’s why more people are turning to something different: music.  Not just any music, though. Certain types of sound can support focus […]

When you fire up a new pair of speakers for the first time, the sound might feel a little tight. Maybe the bass isn’t as deep as you expected, or the treble feels a bit sharper than you like. Don’t worry. That’s not a flaw, it’s physics. You’re hearing a speaker that hasn’t been broken […]

Not all focus sounds are the same. If you explored non-medication tools for managing ADHD, you likely encountered binaural beats and isochronic tones. Both aim to influence brainwave activity to improve attention and productivity. They operate differently, and your response may depend on your personal needs. This guide explains how each works, outlines their differences, […]

Forget the novelty mugs. This year, give Dad something with staying power, rich, room-filling sound that matches his pace, his space, and his standards. Audioengine’s Home Music Systems are built to deliver high-fidelity performance without the friction of apps, subscriptions, or confusing menus. Below, we’ve matched each system to a listening style and added a […]

Most people don’t give much thought to the opening on the front or back of their speaker cabinet. But that detail plays a critical role in how your Home Music System performs. Whether you’re listening at your desk, unwinding in the living room, or spinning vinyl, that opening shapes the way bass is delivered. At […]

If someone told you that playing music in the background could change the way your wine tastes, you might be skeptical of such a claim. But that’s exactly what a fascinating study from psychologist Dr. Adrian North set out to explore, and the results are hard to dismiss. As it turns out, music doesn’t just […]

Bluetooth streaming makes it easier than ever to play your favorite songs. Open your phone, hit play, and music fills the room in seconds. That level of access is part of what’s made Bluetooth the standard for daily listening, and it’s exactly why Audioengine Home Music Systems are designed to work with your phone, tablet, […]

Bluetooth audio has changed the way we listen. But for years, it came with trade-offs: compressed sound, unstable connections, or delays that threw off the whole experience. aptX Adaptive changes that. It’s not just an incremental step forward, it’s a complete overhaul of what Bluetooth audio can be. Whether you're streaming lossless playlists or watching […]

Cooking is often described as both an art and a science. It involves technique, timing, and creativity. But one variable that's often overlooked in the home kitchen is sound. More specifically, music. We know music plays a role in restaurants, but what about during food preparation? Can music shape the way we cook? According to […]

Why Your Favorite Songs Sound Different on High-Quality Speakers  If your favorite song suddenly sounds clearer, wider, or more powerful on better gear, there’s a reason for that. You're not just imagining it. You're finally hearing what’s been there all along. Cheap setups flatten music. Real audio gear exposes it, just like the artist intended. […]

What is Balanced Audio?  If you've spent time researching high-quality audio gear, you've likely come across the term balanced audio, especially when looking at headphones, amplifiers, and digital audio players (DAPs). But what does it actually mean, and why does it matter?  Balanced audio is a superior way of transmitting sound that minimizes noise, improves […]

Near-field listening offers an intimate, detailed way to experience your favorite music. It’s about focusing on precision, clarity, and creating an optimized soundstage at close distances. In this blog, we'll dive into what makes a speaker great for near-field listening, why they’re engineered for this setup, and how you can optimize your soundstage.  What Makes […]

The Evolution of a Classic: The A2+ Next Gen Story  Audioengine redefined desktop audio in 2007 with the launch of the A2. Compact yet powerful, it delivered sound that defied expectations. Before the A2, high-quality home audio meant bulky bookshelf speakers and expensive stereo systems. Desktop audio solutions that could compete were unheard of—until Audioengine changed […]