“First, the A5+ pushes the bass and lower-midrange. Those frequencies were clearly defined rather than muddy, but they’re emphasized. Second, the soundstage is focused toward the middle. With tracks that have very distinct parts panned left or right across the soundstage, the B&W speakers left them out on the edges, while the A5+ tended to bring them closer to the center. The company makes good stuff at reasonable prices. The A5+ Premium Powered Speakers are no exception, offering a distinctive sound that I happen to like for a lot of the music I listen to.” —— macworld.com