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Pair of black wood-grain bookshelf speakers with side controls

Edifier

Edifier R1280DB-Black home audio speaker

SKU CH-YE29-4KH3X MPN R1280DB-Black

Powered bookshelf pair with Bluetooth, optical and coaxial inputs, 13 mm silk-dome tweeter, 42 W RMS and a full-function remote control

  • Product typeWired with Bluetooth Wireless

Model R1280DB

  • Bluetooth wireless streaming from phones and computers
  • 42 W RMS powered output with 4" bass and 13 mm silk dome tweeter
  • Optical and coaxial digital inputs for lossless TV and PC audio
  • Side-panel bass, treble and volume controls plus full-function remote
  • Solid MDF wood cabinets built for durability

Powered bookshelf speakers with Bluetooth

The Edifier R1280DB is a pair of active speakers designed for near-field listening at a desk or in a small room. A 42 W RMS amplifier drives a 4 inch bass unit and a 13 mm silk dome tweeter for studio-style sound. Wireless Bluetooth connectivity works alongside wired optical, coaxial and dual RCA inputs for TVs, computers and phones.

Mains-powered active design

Because the amplifier is built into the main cabinet, only one speaker needs a wall outlet and there is no external power brick to place. The MDF wood housing helps control cabinet resonance during normal playback. Bass, treble and volume knobs on the side panel let you shape the sound without software.

Remote control and input switching

A handheld remote is included so you can change volume, mute, power and input source from the listening position. The four physical inputs — Bluetooth, optical, coaxial and two RCA pairs — cover most desktop and living-room sources without an extra switch box. A 24 month parts and labour warranty covers the pair.

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Price $148.99
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Specifications

Product
Product typeWired with Bluetooth Wireless
Size & build
Shipping weight0.82 kg
Package size53 × 38 × 30 mm

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Questions about this item

How do I connect the powered speaker to the passive one, and what is the step people often miss?

Run the supplied speaker wire from the active unit's output terminals to the passive unit's input terminals, matching red to red and black to black; the step often missed is tightening both sets of binding posts so the passive speaker actually receives signal.

Which parts of the R1280DB are most likely to need replacement after extended use?

The 13mm silk dome tweeter and the 4 inch bass driver are the only moving components; foam surrounds on the bass unit can deteriorate after many years, and the tweeter diaphragm can be damaged if overdriven.

What is the first limitation you hit when playing the R1280DB at high volume for long periods?

The 42 watt RMS amplifier will reach its thermal limit first, causing the protection circuit to reduce output or shut down until the MDF enclosure dissipates enough heat.

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