Q Acoustics 5010 Bookshelf Speakers; pair

Small but mighty, the Q Acoustics 5010 Bookshelf Speakers pack a serious punch in both performance and design. As part of the cutting-edge 5000 series, these compact speakers bring you the groundbreaking C3 Continuous Curved Cone™ mid/bass driver for sound that’s as dynamic as it is precise. Whether you’re streaming your favorite playlists or diving into your vinyl collection, the 5010 delivers audiophile-grade sound without taking over your space. It’s technology, meet style—without the pretentious price tag.

Key Features

• C3 Continuous Curved Cone™ Design: For bass that’s tight and punchy, highs that sing, and a soundstage that feels like it’s pulling the walls back.

• Chic, Minimalist Design: Dark acrylic baffle trim and vibration-damping butyl rubber make these speakers look as good as they sound.

• A Finish for Every Vibe: Choose from Satin Black, Satin White, Santos Rosewood, or Holme Oak to match your personal style.

• High-Tech Tweeter Isolation: The hermetically sealed tweeter stays cool under pressure, eliminating interference for crystal-clear highs.

• Point-2-Point™ Bracing: Keeps cabinet vibrations in check, so the only thing that shakes the room is your music.

Design and Build

The 5010s are proof that good things really do come in small packages. Borrowing inspiration from the sleek Concept series, these bookshelf speakers are all about minimalist elegance. No visible screws, no unnecessary clutter—just clean lines and clever engineering. The dual-layer baffle front combines acrylic and butyl rubber to reduce vibrations, making every note sound smoother while keeping the speakers looking sharp.

At just over 10 inches tall, the 5010s are compact enough for easy placement, but don’t let their size fool you—they pack serious sonic firepower. With finishes like Satin Black, Satin White, Santos Rosewood, and Holme Oak, these speakers fit seamlessly into any decor, whether you’re a fan of Scandinavian simplicity or a sucker for bold woodgrain.

Performance

If you think compact speakers can’t deliver big sound, think again. The C3 Continuous Curved Cone™ mid/bass driver is a masterclass in innovation, combining the best of traditional and flared cone designs to handle everything from deep bass drops to soaring vocals with ease. Pair that with a hermetically sealed tweeter for ultra-clean highs, and you’ve got a soundstage so immersive, you’ll feel like the band’s in the room with you.

And thanks to advanced P2P™ bracing, the cabinet stays rock-solid, ensuring every note hits with pinpoint accuracy. Translation? Your music sounds the way it’s supposed to—crisp, balanced, and full of life.

Technology

• C3 Continuous Curved Cone™ Mid/Bass Driver: This game-changing design improves dispersion, reduces distortion, and delivers rich, dynamic bass that you’ll feel as much as hear.
• P2P™ Bracing: Internal bracing eliminates cabinet vibrations, so all you hear is the music, not the speaker.
• Hermetically Sealed Tweeter: Isolated from cabinet pressure and mid/bass interference for cleaner, distortion-free highs.

The Listening Room Experience

At The Listening Room, we’re not just here to sell speakers—we’re here to make sure you find your speakers. Whether you’re hunting for compact bookshelf speakers like the Q Acoustics 5010 or upgrading your entire system, we bring decades of expertise and an obsessive love of audio to the table. Think of us as your personal audio guides, minus the snobbery.

Specifications

• Bass Unit: 1 x 110 mm (4.5 in)
• Treble Unit: 1 x 25 mm (1.0 in)
• Frequency Response (-6dB): 56 Hz - 30 kHz
• Nominal Impedance: 6 Ω
• Minimum Impedance: 3.3 Ω
• Sensitivity (2.83V @ 1 kHz): 86.3 dB/w/m
• Recommended Amplifier Power: 15-90 W
• Crossover Frequency: 2.5 kHz
• Effective Volume: 5.0 L
• Dimensions (HxWxD): 264 x 160 x 263 mm (10.4 x 6.3 x 10.4 in)
• Weight: 5.6 kg (12.3 lbs per loudspeaker)