Forty five years in, Audio Pro is not trying to reinvent the wireless speaker in 2026. It is repainting it. And that might be the more honest move. In a category where real innovation has slowed, color has quietly become the new battleground. The latest example is a Limited Edition Bright Yellow version of the C5 MKII W and C5 MKII W Classic that trades new technical improvements for something far more visible. Call it what it is. Yellow is the new black in wireless speakers, and brands know it.
The updated C5 MKII W Classic keeps a formula that already works. Same compact footprint, same leather carry handle, same clean front, now wrapped in a finish that refuses to blend in. The brass toned control panel and matching accents push it into statement piece territory. Less hide it on a shelf, more let it sit there looking expensive and slightly smug while the room goes quiet and everyone suddenly needs to know where you got it.
“Our limited editions have become very popular amongst our interior design oriented consumers,” said Nils Ankarcrona, CEO at Audio Pro, “as these eye catching colours, not very common in this industry, encourage people to highlight their speaker as part of their home décor rather than hiding it away.”
Audio Pro has gone down this road before with previous limited runs, including the distinctive Peter Eugén T3+ Wireless Speaker.
Command & Control
Onboard Controls: In addition to the controls available on the Audio Pro app, the C5 MKII W Classic Special Edition provides abundant onboard controls such as: Power, Source Select, Bluetooth, Transport controls (Previous, Play/Pause, Next, Volume, and six presets for quick access to favorite content sources such as radio channels and playlists.
Audio Pro App: The W series incorporates a refined design, improved sound performance, and a new app experience. Powered by Linkplay (from WiiM), the new Audio Pro app offers smart control, advanced EQ, and Room Correction. It is also compatible as a multi-room system with all Audio Pro products.
Rear Connections: The C5 MkII W Classic Special Edition’s rear panel provides the following: Bass Reflex Port, USB (service only), Connect Reset, Line In, Subwoofer output for those that want more bass, and Power Receptacle (the provided power cord is detachable).
Comparison
| Audio Pro Model | C5 MkII W Classic Special Edition (2026) | C5 MkII W (2025) | C5 MkII (2022) | C5 (2017) |
| Product Type | Wireless Portable Speaker | Wireless Portable Speaker | Wireless Portable Speaker | Wireless Portable Speaker |
| Price | $300 | $300 | $219 | Discontinued |
| Acoustic Design | Two-way bass reflex | Two-way bass reflex | Two-way bass reflex | Two-way bass reflex |
| Amplifcation | Digital Class D | Digital Class D | Digital Class D | Digital Class D |
| Power Output | 2 x 8 + 25 watts | 2 x 8 + 25 watts | 2 x 8 + 25 watts | 2 x10 + 20 watts |
| Frequency Range (± 6dB) | 50-20,000Hz | 50-20,000Hz | 50-20,000Hz | 50-20,000Hz |
| Woofer | 1×4″ Coated paper | 1×4″ Coated paper | 1×4″ Coated paper | 1×4″ Coated paper |
| Tweeter | 2 x ¾” Soft dome | 2 x¾” Soft dome | 2 x ¾” Soft dome | 2 x ¾” textile dome tweeter |
| Crossover | 3,800Hz | 3,800Hz | 3,800Hz | 3,800Hz |
| Streaming Quality | Up to 24/96 | Up to 24/96 | Up to 24/96 | Up to 24/96 |
| Audio Pro App | Yes | Yes | – | – |
| Audio Pro Control App | – | – | Yes | Yes |
| In-app Equalizer | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Connectivity | Bluetooth 4.2 WiFi 802.11 b/g/n/ac, 2.4 & 5GHz Multiroom Audio Pro Airplay 2 Google Cast | Bluetooth 4.2 WiFi 802.11 b/g/n/ac, 2.4 & 5GHz Multiroom Audio Pro Airplay 2 Google Cast | Bluetooth 4.2 WiFi 802.11 b/g/n/ac, 2.4 & 5GHz Multiroom Audio Pro Airplay 2 Google Cast | Bluetooth 4.0 WiFi 802.11b/g/n, 2.4GHz only Multiroom Audio Pro Airplay Google Cast |
| Inputs | LINE IN (RCA) | LINE IN (RCA) | LINE IN (RCA) | LINE IN (RCA) Aux In 3.5mm stereo |
| Outputs | Sub Out | Sub Out | Sub Out | Sub Out |
| Streaming Services Available | Amazon Music, Deezer, Pandora, Qobuz, Spotify, TIDAL, TuneIn, Vtuner, and more | Amazon Music, Deezer, Pandora, Qobuz, Spotify, TIDAL, TuneIn, Vtuner, and more | Amazon Music, Deezer, Pandora, Qobuz, Spotify, TIDAL, TuneIn, Vtuner, and more | Amazon Music, Deezer, Pandora, Spotify, TIDAL, TuneIn, Vtuner, and more |
| Supported Audio Formats | MP3, WMA, AAC, FLAC, Apple Lossless | MP3, WMA, AAC, FLAC, Apple Lossless | MP3, WMA, AAC, FLAC, Apple Lossless | MP3, WMA,AAC, FLAC, Apple Lossless |
| Power | Power consumption standby: 1.8 W | Power consumption standby: 1.8 W | Power consumption standby: 1.8 W | Power consumption standby: 1.8 W |
| Dimensions | 130 x 250 x 150 mm 5.1 x 9.8 x 5.9 inches | 130 x 250 x 150 mm 5.1 x 9.8 x 5.9 inches | 130 x 250 x 150 mm 5.1 x 9.8 x 5.9 inches | 130 x 250 x 150 mm 5.1 x 9.8 x 5.9 inches |
| Weight | 2.4 kg / 5.3 lbs | 2.4 kg / 5.3 lbs | 2.4 kg / 5.3 lbs | 2.4 kg / 5.3 lbs |
| Finish | Dune, Bright Yellow (Special Edition) | Black, White, Grey | Black, White, Grey | Black, White, Grey, Dirty Pink |
| Included Accessories | Power Cable User Manual | Power Cable User Manual | Power Cable User Manual | Power Cable User Manual |
The Bottom Line
There is nothing fundamentally new under the hood. The Bright Yellow finish is the update. The core C5 MKII W platform remains the same, and that is not a problem given how solid it already is.
At $300, it offers a compact wireless speaker with respectable output, stable multiroom support through Linkplay, and an app that is straightforward to use. It stands as a viable alternative to Sonos for listeners who want similar functionality without committing to a more closed ecosystem.
Who is this for? Someone who values both sound quality and how their system looks in the room. It is not trying to disappear. It is designed to be seen, while still delivering the performance expected in this category.
Price & Availability
The Audio Pro C5 MkII W Classic Special Edition with Bright Yellow Finish is priced at $300 USD (€300 / £260) and is available through Audio Pro and Authorized Dealers. Or look for the older C5 MkII model that is often on sale for $199 at Amazon.
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