{
  "id": 19146047,
  "title": "Audioengine Color of the Year Kit Review: Bright Look, Good Sound",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/09/audioengine-color-of-the-year-kit-review-bright-look-good-sound",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-11-09T11:00:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Wired",
    "slug": "wired",
    "url": "https://www.wired.com/review/audioengine-2026-color-of-the-year-kit/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Audioengine Color of the Year Kit Review presents a unique home audio system in an unusual color palette. This 2026 edition features a lustrous and smooth egg-yolk yellow, reminiscent of Wassily Kandinsky's quote that color directly influences the soul. The kit includes laptop speakers, a subwoofer, a turntable, and speaker stands, all in a coordinated yellow hue.\n\nUpon unboxing, the components exude an irresistible joy, with the speakers immediately standing out for their exceptional sound quality. The A2+ Gen 3 Wireless Speakers, sized like laptop speakers, pack enough power for a small home theater and can be easily integrated into a larger system. Their Bluetooth and stereo inputs make them versatile for various setups.\n\nA standout feature is the color-matched Bluetooth turntable, the C6, in collaboration with Crosley. This manual two-speed machine boasts a heavy steel platter, MDF plinth, and built-in preamp, connecting seamlessly to the A2+ speakers. The S6 Powered Subwoofer completes the system, offering a compact form factor, deep bass response, and adjustable crossover.\n\nThe setup process is intuitive, with straightforward Bluetooth pairing and RCA connections. The system proved versatile, suitable for music lovers seeking both aesthetics and performance. While the turntable's aluminum tonearm might not appeal to audiophiles, its Bluetooth capabilities and overall value make it a strong contender in the entry-level home stereo space.",
  "summary": "The canary-yellow set is equal parts design and audio performance, and includes speakers, speaker stands, a turntable, and a subwoofer.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}