PS Audio Aspen FR5 Loudspeaker

Yes, the FR5 is specifically designed for compact spaces. Its boundary-tolerant cabinet design allows it to perform well even when placed near walls or in corners, making it an excellent choice for smaller listening rooms or high-end desktop systems.

We recommend an amplifier capable of delivering between 50 and 150 watts. While they are efficient enough for most quality amplifiers, providing clean power within this range will ensure the best performance from the long-excursion woofer.

The dual planar ribbon drivers handle the tweeter and midrange frequencies, providing exceptional clarity and detail. This technology minimizes distortion and offers a faster, more transparent sound compared to traditional cone drivers, resulting in a highly coherent musical presentation.

The FR5 is a bookshelf-style loudspeaker, so while you can place them on a sturdy desk or shelf, they are designed to be paired with dedicated stands for optimal performance. Using the matching stands helps decouple the speaker from surfaces and positions the drivers at the correct listening height.

The FR5 is engineered for a surprisingly deep frequency response, reaching down to 35 Hz in half-space. While a dedicated subwoofer can add more impact for home theater applications, the FR5 provides enough low-end extension to satisfy most listeners in smaller rooms without needing additional bass support.

The phase-correct crossover ensures that the sound from the planar ribbon drivers and the woofer arrives at your ears at the exact same time. This seamless integration prevents timing errors that can smear the sound, resulting in a more accurate, focused, and realistic soundstage.