FiiO's new active speakers could be the perfect pair for my home studio –here's why

• FiiO launches new desktop speakers that are ideal for home studios
• The SP5s have independent amplification and 120W per speaker
• They'll be available to buy from August 2025 for $749 / £709

FiiO's latest desktop speakers aren't just for audiophiles: they're for music makers and other audio pros, too. That's because they come with some important features that ordinary home speakers lack.

The new SP5 active speakers are high-spec, high-powered bookshelf or desktop speakers, and if you work with audio the most important bits are on the back.

That's where the three-band EQ shelf switches are located, enabling you to cut certain frequencies to ensure the sound you get isn't colored by the environment your speakers are in.