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Edifier Studio R1280DB – 42W Bluetooth Bookshelf Speakers – Black

Edifier Studio R1280DB – 42W Bluetooth Bookshelf Speakers – Black

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Our take on the Edifier Studio R1280DB – 42W Bluetooth Bookshelf Speakers – Black

The Edifier Studio R1280DB is a powered pair of bookshelf speakers with 42W RMS total output, a 4-inch bass driver and a silk-dome tweeter in each cabinet. It has Bluetooth 5.1 plus optical, coaxial and dual RCA inputs, so a TV, turntable, computer or phone can all connect without a separate amplifier. Separate bass and treble knobs and a small remote let you tune the sound. It suits people who want real stereo separation on a desk or shelf without building a component system; compared with small Bluetooth-only speakers it offers more inputs and more low-end, but it is a two-box setup with a cable between the speakers.

Best forDesk and computer audioTV and film sound on a budgetVinyl and turntable setups with a built-in phono stageSmall rooms and apartments
Pros
  • 42W RMS across two speakers gives real stereo separation
  • Bluetooth 5.1 plus optical, coaxial and dual RCA inputs
  • Separate bass and treble controls for tuning
  • Silk-dome tweeters keep highs smooth
  • Remote included for volume and input switching
Cons
  • Speakers are wired to each other, so placement is fixed
  • No HDMI ARC, so TV volume control depends on the optical output
  • Bass is modest for a 4-inch driver in a large room
  • No app EQ or room correction

Edifier Studio R1280DB – 42W Bluetooth Bookshelf Speakers – Black prices at every store

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    In stockShips from Ireland · priced in EUR (€145.00) · duties may applyReturn policy

    $162.60Checked Nov 10
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What reviewers say

Owners generally rate the R1280DB as strong value for a first real stereo pair, praising the warm sound and the spread of connections. Common complaints are limited deep bass and the fixed cable between the two cabinets.

What people mention
  • Sound qualityPraisedOwners describe a warm, clear sound with good detail for a small powered pair.
  • BassMixedSome find the low end adequate for a desk, others want more depth in a larger room.
  • ConnectivityPraisedBluetooth, optical and RCA inputs cover phones, TVs and turntables without extra gear.
  • SetupPraisedBuyers report it is quick to connect and use out of the box.
  • PlacementCriticisedThe fixed cable between the speakers limits how far apart they can sit.

About the Edifier Studio R1280DB – 42W Bluetooth Bookshelf Speakers – Black

The Edifier Studio R1280DB is a pair of active bookshelf speakers with built-in amplification, so no separate amplifier is needed. They deliver 42 W of total RMS power, 21 W per speaker, in a classic black finish.

Each speaker has a 4-inch bass driver and a silk-dome tweeter in a solid MDF cabinet, which is designed to minimize unwanted resonance. Separate bass and treble controls let you adjust the sound, and a wireless remote controls the speakers from a distance.

The speakers connect wirelessly over Bluetooth 5.1 or by cable. Dual RCA inputs take turntables, CD players and other audio equipment. Optical and coaxial digital inputs suit compatible TVs and audio devices. They are mains-powered, not portable or rechargeable.

Power output
42 W RMS total (21 W per speaker)
Design
Active stereo bookshelf speakers with built-in amplification
Bass drivers
4-inch
Tweeters
Silk-dome
Cabinet
Solid MDF
Connectivity
Bluetooth 5.1
Inputs
Dual RCA, optical, coaxial
Controls
Bass and treble controls, wireless remote
Finish
Black
Power source
Mains-powered
Compatibility
Turntables must provide a line-level signal, through a built-in or separate phono preamplifier. TV compatibility depends on the available audio outputs.
Not included
Turntable or CD player

Questions and answers

Do I need an amplifier or receiver?
No. The R1280DB has built-in amplification, so you plug sources straight into the speakers.
Can I connect a turntable?
Yes, through the RCA input, but the turntable needs its own built-in phono stage or a separate preamp.
Does it work with a TV?
Yes, over the optical input. There is no HDMI ARC, so you will likely adjust volume with the speaker remote.
Can I use just one speaker?
No. It is a stereo pair, with one active cabinet and one passive cabinet joined by a cable.
How does it compare with the R1280T?
The R1280DB adds Bluetooth and an optical input to the same basic speaker design, making it more flexible for phones and TVs.
Is there a headphone jack?
Yes, a headphone output on the active speaker lets you listen privately.
Where is the Edifier Studio R1280DB – 42W Bluetooth Bookshelf Speakers – Black cheapest?
At itscool, for $162.60, as of our latest check.

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