Buchardt Audio’s A200: The Compact Powerhouse That Redefines What Small Speakers Can Do

A limited pre-order gives audiophiles the chance to grab up to €550 off this ultra-versatile, DSP-driven marvel — but only 75 pairs per color are available.

A Limited Launch for the Ambitious Listener

Danish manufacturer Buchardt Audio has kicked off a limited pre-order campaign for its newest creation, the A200 smart active speaker — a compact yet astonishingly powerful design that promises to redefine versatility and precision in modern hi-fi.

Priced at €2,500 per pair (down from €2,750), the A200 is available in limited quantities — just 75 pairs per color — with delivery slated for summer. Early buyers can claim up to €550 off, making this one of the most compelling pre-order opportunities for serious listeners this year.

A Small Speaker With Limitless Potential

The A200 may be compact, but it’s engineered to punch well above its size. Buchardt calls it its most compact and versatile speaker to date, a design meant to adapt to nearly any setup or environment — from desktop listening to home theater.

What makes it truly unique is its integration of “Mastertunings”, downloadable DSP profiles that completely rewrite the internal digital signal processing. Each tuning alters the speaker’s sound signature — from balanced audiophile neutrality to bass-rich cinematic power — allowing the A200 to behave like multiple speakers in one chassis.

It’s a level of customization rarely seen even in higher-end systems, and it means you can fine-tune your A200 to match your room, your taste, and your gear.

Engineering That Defies Expectation

The A200 is configured as a 2.5-way sealed enclosure, featuring:

• Two 5-inch long-stroke paper cone woofers (each in its own sealed chamber)

• A 19mm aluminum dome tweeter with a CDC aluminum waveguide for precise, resonance-free highs

• Internal 200-watt PowerDAC amplification (100W + 50W + 50W per speaker)

• A Quad-Core DSP processor for advanced signal control

  
  

All this is wrapped in a 15mm moisture-resistant fiberboard cabinet (HMR.E2) with internal bracing, ensuring low resonance and high rigidity. The A200’s design philosophy is simple: “compact size, colossal sound.”

The Secret Weapon: Cardioid Dispersion

What truly separates the A200 from the pack is its ability to perform cardioid dispersion — an acoustic principle rarely found in compact active speakers.

With help from its rear-firing active woofer and DSP magic, the A200 creates a noise-cancelling effect in the upper bass and lower midrange, effectively pushing sound forward and minimizing unwanted reflections from nearby walls.

The result? Cleaner, more natural sound, even when the speakers are placed on a desk, inside a cabinet, or close to walls — conditions that typically ruin imaging and tonal balance.

Mastertunings: Your Sound, Your Way

Buchardt’s downloadable Mastertunings transform how the A200 behaves. You can:

• Enable deep bass modes for room-filling low-end (down to 22Hz at -3dB)

• Switch to neutral or nearfield-optimized tunings for precision listening

• Choose voice-enhanced profiles when using the A200 as a center channel

  
  

Each tuning rewrites the speaker’s internal crossover points, EQ, and phase behavior. It’s essentially like owning a library of speakers inside one enclosure.

Versatility That Knows No Limits

The A200 can serve almost any purpose in a modern audio setup:

• 🎵 Standalone Hi-Fi System – Enjoy full-range performance with surprisingly deep bass, even without a subwoofer.

• 🎬 Center Channel – Perfect for home theaters, with cardioid dispersion making wall placement effortless.

• 🔊 Sat/Sub System – Pair it with Buchardt’s Sub10 for a compact yet thunderous system.

• 🎧 Rear Channels – Ideal for WiSA-based 7.1 setups, offering high output without the need for extra bass reinforcement.

• 💻 Desktop Monitors – Compact enough for nearfield use with professional clarity and imaging.

  
  

The A200 supports WiSA wireless transmission (24-bit/96kHz) and includes balanced/unbalanced analog inputs (XLR, RCA) for wired setups.

Technical Specifications at a Glance

Feature	Specification
Amplification	200W total RMS (100 + 50 + 50) PowerDAC per speaker
Enclosure	2.5-way sealed or optional cardioid
Tweeter	19mm aluminum dome with CDC waveguide
Woofers	Dual 5" long-stroke paper cones
Frequency Response	25Hz – 22kHz ±1.5dB (varies with Mastertunings)
DSP Engine	Quad-Core Processor
Wireless	WiSA 24-bit/96kHz, up to 7.1 setup
Inputs	Balanced/Unbalanced XLR, USB-C, Optical
Dimensions (H×W×D)	315 × 160 × 220 mm
Weight	6.75 kg each
Warranty	5 years on speakers, 2 years on amps

The Buchardt Philosophy: Direct Sound, Direct to You

Buchardt Audio has built its reputation by bypassing traditional dealers and selling directly to consumers, ensuring maximum performance for the price. That means no hidden markups, free worldwide shipping, and all import taxes included — the price you see is the final price you pay.

Every product is crafted in Denmark with a focus on “big sound from compact designs”, and the A200 continues that legacy with both elegance and engineering brilliance.

Final Thoughts: A Small Giant in the Making

The A200 isn’t just another compact active speaker — it’s a platform, a DSP-driven shape-shifter that adapts to how and where you listen. Between its customizable tunings, cardioid dispersion, and refined Danish craftsmanship, it offers a level of flexibility and sonic finesse that’s hard to find at any price.

Whether used as a solo performer, part of a multi-speaker WiSA system, or the heart of a minimalist setup, the A200 looks set to become a benchmark for modern compact audiophile design.

But don’t wait too long — only 75 pairs per color are available at the pre-order price. For those lucky enough to secure one, the A200 might just be the most adaptable small speaker ever built.