Questions & Answers

• Question:

  The P4 is rated at 4 ohms but my receiver has speaker outputs listed as 8 ohms. Will the P4's work with my receiver?

  Answer:

  The lower the speaker impedance, the more current (amperage) your amp or receiver will need to provide, but most separate power amps have more than a sufficient power supply and power amp sections for driving 4 ohm loads with ease. In fact many amps will perform better with a 4 ohm load as opposed to 8 ohms if their design is robust enough to supply the extra current. A quick web search will bring up more information on this subject.

• Question:

  What are the QA Stickers?

  Answer:

  We take great pride in our products, and go through great lengths to ensure consistency and quality. For that reason, this item was randomly selected for an additional step of Quality Assurance.

• Question:

  P4 Size: What are the dimensions of the P4?

  Answer:

  The dimensions of each speaker is 9.2"H x 5.5"W x 6.5"D

• Question:

  Bluetooth won’t connect on my Mac Computer (2019 or newer). Reset the Bluetooth to determine if that is the issue.

  Answer:

  Step-by-Step Guide

  1. Open Terminal:

     • You can find Terminal in your Applications folder under Utilities, or you can use Spotlight by pressing Cmd + Space and typing "Terminal".

  2. Execute the Command:

     • In the Terminal window, type the following command and press Enter:

  bash

  Copy code

  sudo pkill bluetoothd

  3. Enter Your Password:

     • After pressing Enter, you will be prompted to enter your password. Type your Mac's administrator password and press Enter.
     • Note that when you type your password, it won't be displayed on the screen (not even as asterisks). Just type it and press Enter.

  By following these steps, you should be able to reset your Bluetooth service on your Mac, which can help resolve connectivity issues with your Audioengine devices or any other Bluetooth peripherals.

• Question:

  How do I know if I bought from an authorized and legitimate site?

  Answer:

  Audioengine operates two websites, audioengine.com and audioengineeu.com. If you go to any other site but these, they are not an Audioengine site. For Canada, Mexico and most of Europe and the UK, we only sell through Amazon. There are also a host of authorized retailers and sites across the US, and they can be found here. For international sales, we have distributors that operate independently, and they can be found here. 

  What happens if I buy from an authorized site claiming to be Audioengine? Unfortunately, there is not much we can do. We are taking all the action we can to make sure those sites don't get indexed, but we recommend you work with the provider of the card you used to make payment to get your money back.

• Question:

  How to Clean Your Audioengine Home Music System

  Answer:

  1. Turn Off and Unplug:

  • Make sure your system is turned off and unplugged.

  2. Dust the Surfaces:

  • Use a soft, dry cloth to wipe away dust.
  • For hard-to-reach places, use a soft brush or a can of compressed air.

  3. Wipe Down the Exterior:

  • We do not recommend using any solvents
  • If cleaning off stains or build-up is necessary, we recommend doing so with a very small amount of mild cleaning solution applied only to the affected area, followed by quickly wiping the area dry completely. 
  • Any scoured pads or objects like a 'magic eraser' too easily run the risk of removing sealers and top coats of the painted finish that can leave a clearly visible change in the uniformity of the paint/finish

  4. Clean the Speaker Grills:

  • The speaker grills can be gently cleaned with a vacuum, preferably using a soft bush attachment.
  • A lint roller can also be used.

  5. Clean Buttons and Knobs:

  • A dry cloth is recommend for cleaning any knobs, buttons or other surfaces
  • Be careful not to let water get into any gaps.

  6. Clean Ports and Connections:

  • Use compressed air to blow out dust from ports and connections.

  7. Let Everything Dry:

  • Make sure everything is completely dry before plugging back in and turning on.

  8. Regular Cleaning:

  • Dust your system regularly to keep it in good shape.

  By following these steps, you can keep your Audioengine system clean and working well.

• Question:

  Can I use the P4 passive speakers with the Audioengine S8 sub?

  Answer:

  To use the P4 speakers with the S8 you would need an amp, like our N22, to supply power to the P4 speakers and connect to the S8.

• Question:

  Why don't the P4 speakers have built in amplifiers similar to the A2 and A5 active systems?

  Answer:

  The P4 came about from requests from customers that already have our powered speakers and/or have a music system and needed speakers but wanted the same Audioengine sound from a passive speaker.

• Question:

  What amplifiers work best with the P4?

  Answer:

  The P4 is a very efficient speaker and designed to work well with digital hybrid amplifiers (Class-D, Class-T, etc.) as well as most stereo receivers, integrated amps, tube amplifiers, and whole-house music systems such as the Sonos ZonePlayer 120. Check out our N22 amp for a great setup!

• Question:

  What size bolt will fit the P4's threaded inserts?

  Answer:

  The threaded inserts found in the P4's will accommodate a  1/4" -20 threaded bolt.  Be careful to not overtighten the bolt as you could damage the cabinet by doing so.

• Question:

  I'm using a turntable with my Audioengine speakers, and it gets noisy when I turn the volume up. What gives?

  Answer:

  This sometimes happens when the speakers and turntable share the same surface. The vibrations from the speakers playing feedback into the turntables stylus, causing unwanted noise. The best way to mitigate this would be to place the speakers on a different surface. If that's not an option, we'd recommend trying out some isolation stands. For larger speakers like A5+ and HD6, the ones made by Isoacoustics work well.

• Question:

  Are the Bamboo P4 and A5+ sets actually made of bamboo?

  Answer:

  Yes, We do use solid bamboo for these speakers! The bamboo cabinets were tuned to sound the same as the MDF speakers, but the density of bamboo will give it natural acoustic advantages over MDF material.