Audioengine Color of the Year Kit Review: Bright Look, Good Sound

A full home audio system is now available in a single, cohesive, and vibrant color.

Audioengine has released its annual Color of the Year kit, this year featuring a canary-yellow suite of home audio components. The $866 kit includes A2+ Gen 3 Wireless Speakers, a C6 Bluetooth turntable (a collaboration with Crosley), an S6 Powered Subwoofer, and DS1M Desktop Stands. The A2+ speakers are compact yet powerful, suitable for laptop use or a small home theater, offering multiple connectivity options including Bluetooth, USB, and RCA. The C6 turntable is a manual two-speed model with a Bluetooth-enabled built-in preamp, designed for easy pairing with the A2+ speakers. The S6 subwoofer is compact and front-firing, enhancing the bass response and completing the listening experience. Setup is described as straightforward, with QR codes and a YouTube channel providing guidance. The system received a 7/10 rating, praised for its cohesive design and pleasing sound, though the turntable's tonearm was noted as a potential weak point for audiophiles.

The Audioengine Color of the Year kit demonstrates a growing market trend where audio manufacturers are prioritizing aesthetics and customization alongside sound quality. By offering a complete system in a unique, eye-catching color, Audioengine appeals to consumers who view their home electronics as extensions of their interior design. This approach differentiates products in a competitive market, suggesting that future audio releases may also incorporate more adventurous color palettes and coordinated component bundles.

This release highlights the increasing integration of Bluetooth technology across audio components, simplifying setup and expanding connectivity options. The collaboration with Crosley on the turntable also signals a potential for further partnerships between established audio brands and specialists in specific product categories. Consumers interested in a visually striking and sonically capable home audio setup now have an all-in-one solution that minimizes the complexity of component matching and aesthetic coordination.