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Pair of brown wood-finish bookshelf speakers with side controls and remote

Edifier

Edifier R1280T 2.0 powered bookshelf speakers 42 W RMS

SKU CH-470F-D9TYB

Two-way bookshelf speakers deliver 42 W RMS through a 4" woofer and 1/2" silk tweeter covering 75 Hz – 18 kHz with dual AUX inputs, remote volume, bass and treble controls.

  • Product typeWired
  • 42 W RMS delivers room-filling sound from a compact bookshelf pair
  • 4 inch woofer plus 1/2 inch silk tweeter covers 75 Hz to 18 kHz for balanced audio
  • Two AUX inputs let you connect two sources simultaneously without swapping cables
  • Side-panel knobs and included remote give instant volume, bass and treble control
  • Classic MDF wood veneer finish blends with any desk or shelf décor

42 W RMS powered bookshelf speakers

The Edifier R1280T is a 2.0 stereo speaker system designed for near-field listening at a desk or in a small room. It suits anyone who wants balanced audio from a computer, phone or turntable without a separate amplifier. The active design keeps cabling simple and the footprint compact.

Thermals noise and power draw

The wooden MDF enclosure remains cool during typical listening sessions because the built-in amplifier runs at modest power levels. No fan is present so operation is completely silent when no audio is playing. Total output is rated at 42 W RMS with each driver handling 21 W nominal power.

Dual AUX inputs with remote

Two 3.5 mm auxiliary ports let you connect two sources simultaneously, such as a PC and a phone, without unplugging cables. A supplied remote controls volume while bass and treble knobs on the active speaker adjust EQ directly.

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Price $213.99
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Specifications

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Product typeWired

Questions about this item

How do I connect the Edifier R1280T speakers to my computer, and which input should I use for the best sound?

Use the 3.5mm AUX input on the active speaker with a standard stereo cable from your computer's headphone jack. The second AUX input stays free for a phone or tablet, so you don't need to swap cables.

What part of the R1280T will need attention after a few years of daily use?

The 4-inch woofer surrounds and the 1/2-inch silk dome tweeter are the only moving parts. Keep the removable grilles on to protect them from dust and accidental contact, and they should last for many years.

At what volume level does the 42 W RMS amplifier start to compress or distort during long listening sessions?

The 21 W per channel nominal rating means clean output up to typical near-field levels. Pushing the side-panel volume knob past about three-quarters for extended periods can introduce compression as the amp reaches its thermal limit.

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