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Edifier Speakers: UK Buying Guide

Edifier makes great-value powered studio monitor speakers and subwoofers, ideal for desks, TVs and turntables.

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£109Price From
£129Price To
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Top 5 Characteristics of Edifier Bookshelf Speakers

  1. R1280TS powered speakers — Active bookshelf speakers with built-in amplification and wooden cabinets.
  2. Tone controls — Adjust bass and treble to suit your room and music.
  3. Subwoofer output — Connect the T5 subwoofer for deeper bass.
  4. T5 70W subwoofer — Adds low-end punch to a desktop or TV setup.
  5. Value pricing — Edifier speakers start from around £109 in our listings.

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Excellent value
  • No separate amplifier needed
  • Subwoofer expansion
  • Wooden cabinets

Cons

  • No Bluetooth on some models
  • Wired setup
  • Not a multi-room system

Edifier Bookshelf Speakers We List

ModelPrice
Edifier R1280TS Studio Monitor Speaker£109
Edifier R1280DBS — R1280DBS Pair of 42W Power Active Bluetooth Bookshelf Speakers£119
Edifier T5 70W Subwoofer£129

Prices are taken from our latest retailer feed and can change; check the product page for the current price.

Edifier vs Other Bookshelf Speakers Brands

BrandModels ListedPrice RangeComparison
Edifier3£109–£129—
Technics12£679–£1,099Edifier vs Technics
Bowers & Wilkins9£439–£1,799Edifier vs Bowers & Wilkins
Panasonic8£79–£549Edifier vs Panasonic
Sony8£249–£699Edifier vs Sony
Pure6£168–£469Edifier vs Pure

Who Should Buy Edifier Bookshelf Speakers?

Edifier suits buyers who want better sound from a computer, TV or turntable without buying a separate amplifier. Adding the T5 subwoofer creates an affordable 2.1 system for under £240. Add the T5 subwoofer if you watch films or play games at your desk.

Buying Considerations

Frequently Asked Questions

Are Edifier R1280TS speakers powered?

Yes. They have built-in amplification, so no separate amplifier is needed.

Can I add a subwoofer to Edifier speakers?

Yes. The R1280TS has a subwoofer output, and the T5 subwoofer is listed alongside it.

How much do Edifier speakers cost?

Edifier products in our listings cost around £109 to £129.

Are Edifier speakers good for turntables?

Yes, when paired with a turntable that has a built-in pre-amp or a separate phono stage.

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