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Pair of white bookshelf speakers with side knobs

Edifier

Edifier R1280DB 42W Bluetooth bookshelf speakers white

SKU CH-RGNV-TZ4BP

Powered bookshelf speakers with Bluetooth, optical and coaxial inputs, 42 W RMS, and remote control

  • Product typeBookshelf Speakers
  • Product colorWhite
  • Bluetooth wireless streaming from phones and computers
  • 42 W RMS power from 4 inch bass and 13 mm silk dome tweeter
  • Optical and coaxial digital inputs for lossless TV connection
  • Wireless remote adjusts volume and switches inputs
  • Side panel bass and treble knobs for personal EQ

What these speakers are

Edifier R1280DB bookshelf speakers are a powered stereo pair finished in white. Bluetooth connectivity allows wireless playback from phones, tablets or computers. Optical and coaxial digital inputs connect directly to televisions or media players without an external DAC. A wireless remote and side-panel knobs give quick control over volume, input selection, bass and treble.

Heat noise and power

The active speaker houses a 42 W RMS amplifier driving a 4 inch bass driver and a 13 mm silk dome tweeter. No cooling fan is present, so operation is silent when music is not playing. Power consumption scales with listening level and remains modest for near-field desktop or living-room use. The cabinet stays cool to the touch during typical sessions.

The spec that decides fit

Total output is 42 W RMS across both channels. Buyers who need higher sound-pressure levels for larger rooms or party volumes should consider a more powerful system. The 4 inch woofers limit deep-bass extension, so listeners wanting sub-bass impact will need a separate subwoofer. Optical and coaxial inputs are the only digital connections provided.

How it compares

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Price $114.99
Cheaper than about 57% of the 1,147 comparable items (median $133.99).

Specifications

Product
Product typeBookshelf Speakers
Product colorWhite

Questions about this item

How do I connect the powered speaker to the passive one, and which wire is often swapped?

Run the supplied speaker cable from the spring terminals on the active unit to the matching terminals on the passive unit, making sure the marked conductor goes to red on both ends.

What part will need attention first if the silk dome tweeter sounds dull after long use?

The 13 mm silk dome tweeter itself; dust or age can reduce clarity, and the diaphragm is not user-serviceable.

At what output level does the 42 W RMS amplifier typically hit its thermal limit during extended playback?

Continuous full-volume operation can trigger the built-in protection circuit, causing temporary shutdown until the amp cools.

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