Edifier
Edifier MR5
Studio monitors · 110 W · XLR, TRS, RCA, 3.5 mm, Bluetooth
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$350Nov 9
Edifier R1280DB
A wooden 2.0 bookshelf pair with Bluetooth, optical, coaxial and dual RCA inputs and a remote.
- 2.0 desktop
- 42 W
- Bluetooth, Optical, RCA
PCPR score
7.7
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$190Nov 9
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The short version
The R1280DB is a 2.0 active bookshelf speaker pair with 4-inch woofers, 0.5-inch silk tweeters and 42 W RMS total in MDF cabinets. Edifier gives it Bluetooth 5.1 plus optical, coaxial and dual RCA inputs, side-panel bass and treble dials and a wireless remote. It suits desktops that also feed a TV or console over optical, and its larger cabinets need more desk space than compact PC speakers. Figures here are the maker's, as independent measurements were not available.
Pros
- Bluetooth 5.1, optical, coaxial and dual RCA inputs
- Bass, treble and volume dials on the side panel
- Wireless remote for volume and mute
- MDF wooden enclosures
Cons
- Larger than compact PC speakers at 234 mm tall
- 42 W RMS total is modest for filling large rooms
- No USB input
Best for
- Desktops that also connect a TV or console
- Buyers who want a wood-cabinet bookshelf pair
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Full specifications
Core
- Type
- 2.0 desktop
Performance
- Power
- 42 W
Connectivity
- Inputs
- Bluetooth, Optical, RCA
Features
- RGB
- No
Physical
- Dimensions
- 146 x 234 x 196 mm each (W x H x D)
Compatibility notes
- Inputs are Bluetooth, optical, coaxial and dual RCA; there is no USB audio, so PCs need Bluetooth, optical or an RCA cable.
- Edifier lists a 55 Hz to 20 kHz response.
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Common questions
Does the R1280DB have USB?
No. Edifier lists optical, coaxial, Bluetooth and dual RCA inputs. A PC without Bluetooth needs an optical or 3.5 mm to RCA connection.
How much power does it have?
Edifier specifies 21 W + 21 W RMS, or 42 W total, driving two 0.5-inch tweeters and two 4-inch woofers.
Does it include a remote?
Yes. Edifier includes a wireless remote for volume adjustment and mute, and bass, treble and master volume dials sit on the side panel.
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