15

About the 15

The Audes USA 15 is a bookshelf or studio monitor speaker that has been available in the U.S. market for several years, gaining a reputation for delivering good sound quality at a competitive price point. It features a 6.5-inch woofer and a 1-inch soft-dome tweeter (SEAS), with a front-ported design allowing placement close to walls without bass overload. The frequency response ranges from 49 Hz to 20 kHz, with an impedance of 8 ohms and a sensitivity rating of 87 dB. The speakers are bi-wireable and weigh approximately 31 lbs each. While the front grill is made of somewhat flimsy plastic, the speakers produce a punchy, room-filling sound with well-focused imaging and a soundstage of considerable dimension. They are considered an honest entry into the hi-fi speaker market under offering surprising bass and engaging sound, though they may lack some clarity and detail compared to higher-end models.