What is the opinion of Reddit about the
Edifier R1280DB Powered Bluetooth Bookshelf Speakers – Optical Input – Wireless Studio Monitors – 4 Inch Near Field Speaker – 42w RMS – Wood Grain?

A total of 90 reviews of this product on Reddit.

18 points

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6th Sep 2019

He isn’t joking about those speakers. I have the same pair, got them from Amazon. (Of course) They sound incredible for $130 bucks.

9 points

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9th Jul 2021

They are edifiers! I love them so much. R1280DB

4 points

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27th Jul 2020

I love em! I’m not an audiophile by any means but from the week so far, no complaints. I primarily bought them because of the high number of positive reviews on amazon and they met all my requirements of being self-powered( no amp needed) , Bluetooth, and aesthetics.
If you want a more honest review I’d check the link below.

Edifier R1280DB Powered Bluetooth Bookshelf Speakers – Optical Input – Wireless Studio Monitors – 4 Inch Near Field Speaker – 42w RMS – Wood Grain https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0719C132V/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_s4ZhFbXYN160E

3 points

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10th Jan 2021

Not a 2.1 but this is pretty solid. I am using the non bluetooth one and the bass is really good enough but the vocals and instruments are top notch.

https://www.amazon.in/Edifier-R1280DB-Bluetooth-Bookshelf-Speakers/dp/B0719C132V/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=edifier+speakers&qid=1610304192&sr=8-1

2 points

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29th Apr 2021

I personally don’t like headphones or earphones for long use. I would recommend speakers. I have an old Creative 2.1 set I use.

I think that z623 Creative speakers are good, however I hear great things about Edifier speakers like these too.
https://www.amazon.in/dp/B0719C132V/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_glt_fabc_S1GDB0RSS0M7HECM6WZG

2 points

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22nd Jan 2021

Like all the other commenters said, do not buy a turntable with built in speakers for a multitude of reasons. Getting something like an Audio Technica LP60 and pairing it with some speakers like this will give you a plenty good setup for not a lot of money.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0719C132V/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_fabc_JKKcGbJ5W3Z2Z?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

1 point

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8th Feb 2022

As mentioned the Klipsch Pro Media are great PC speakers. If you have room for a bit larger speakers the Edifier R1280DB are a great bang for the buck. This model over the slighter cheaper version due to this one having Optical input.

1 point

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26th Nov 2021
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23rd Aug 2021

I don’t understand your question. If there’s no headphone jack, you need speakers. If you’re on a budget, I’m sure goodwill has options. I bought mine on Amazon and use them for Bluetooth and to connect to my tv as well. Record players are investments. Edifier R1280DB Powered Bluetooth Bookshelf Speakers – Optical Input – Wireless Studio Monitors – 4 Inch Near Field Speaker – 42w RMS – Wood Grain https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0719C132V/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_P97E1N4KJ2MEZDPA5AG4?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

1 point

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20th Jun 2021

I have been able to start using headphones again. I always play music at a quiet volume, and never put the headphones on while my phone is paring with them. A lot of people here might view this as reckless but I like you enjoy music. I actually like the headphones ’cause I can keep them off while my phone pairs with them and not be exposed to the loud Bluetooth paring tones.

I also always start playing music with them off to make sure the volume is at a good level. Be careful however. always listen to your body. If it’s telling you headphone use is making things worse I’d invest in some high quality speakers. Like these.

1 point

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7th Jun 2021

I’ve got these, dude at the record store recommended them for cheap when I got my turntable. I like them pretty well, no complaints. I’d say damn good for the price, but I’m no expert.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0719C132V/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_CY9KASD99W2GBP0BAYEZ?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

1 point

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29th Jan 2021

Edifier R1280DB are $170 CAD on Amazon. Over your $100 price range but it has every input you’re looking for and a remote.

1 point

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24th Dec 2020

Saying that it is “pre amplified” just means that you dont need a separate pre-amp or a reciever with a phono input to use it. You will still need an amplifier and passive speakers, a pair of powered speakers or connect it to your computer via the usb port and then connect powered speakers to your computer.

These are very popular in the U.S. Not sure what is available in Europe.

Edifier R1280DB Powered Bluetooth Bookshelf Speakers – Optical Input – Wireless Studio Monitors – 4 Inch Near Field Speaker – 42w RMS – Wood Grain https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0719C132V/ref=cm_sw_r_u_apa_fabc_.Kr5FbEGTFVHZ

1 point

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22nd Feb 2018

> amplified studio monitors

So this is what I should be looking for specifically? The Edifiers I bought describe themselves as “Studio Monitors” (see the title on the amazon listing page. Do you imagine that’s a deceptive description?

I’ll definitely go to a local place to try out different speakers.

1 point

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14th Oct 2020

All of them are straight up trash, even for a sound bar.

If you are set on a soundbar, consider something from audio focused companies or at least media focused companies.

Polk, Vizio, TCL, Yamaha, ect.

But really, you should just get some active bookshelf speakers instead.

Something like this would sound much better.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0719C132V/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_fab_9LZHFb3YFW6QG

1 point

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4th Aug 2020

It looks like they’re either the Edifier 1280T or 1280DB.

1 point

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27th Jul 2020

Thanks gnurwhal!! They’re edifier 1280db. And I see you have good taste as well

Edifier R1280DB Powered Bluetooth Bookshelf Speakers – Optical Input – Wireless Studio Monitors – 4 Inch Near Field Speaker – 42w RMS – Wood Grain https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0719C132V/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_9fYhFbVYZ10MH

1 point

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23rd Jul 2020

Hey everyone! I have been collecting for over 3 years now. I currently have a crappy £60 turntable with speakers built-in and am finally looking to invest in a good turntable with some good speakers on the side. The goal is to have this set up for at least the next 10 years.

After some time surfing the internet I came up with these speakers and Rega Planar 1 as the turntable. It is a bit pricy, so my question is whether it is worth buying these or are there any better ones in the same price range, preferably cheaper of course. Thank you!

1 point

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19th Dec 2019

>Would the second image I linked speakers have okish bass?

uh… it’s hard to say imo. I doubt that a speaker that size would be able to produce a lot of good bass. Bassy? Not sure. Maybe, depending on your preference. But good bass? Most probably not.

The thing is that mini speakers really struggle quite a bit. It is difficult for them to produce the entire range of frequencies that humans can hear. This is why a lot of them lack bass too.

For your kitchen board games setup, I recommend the Edifier R1280DB. It comes with bluetooth and a remote, and will sound leaps and bounds better than your current setup. Will give you better bass too. If you want, you can also take a look at the cheaper R1280T. It’s the same speaker but without bluetooth. Both have volume knobs and some knobs to let you adjust the sound a little too. I’m sure you will not be disappointed.

>Also putting the subs behind my monitor will be fine?

You might have to try it out and see. Try putting them on the floor, behind the monitor, or wherever and then listen to them. The thing about subs is that there is no specific place to put them. Anywhere that sounds good is fine.

1 point

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11th Nov 2019

So. Holy shit. This answers every question I had and then some. Thank you so much!

Right now I have powered speakers that don’t require a receiver in order to play but it sounds to me like there’s not a whole lot of headroom. This is what I was planning on upgrading to: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0719C132V/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_55DYDbT4Q8E22

It seems like I’ll be able to do more with these in general, and I’ll stick to that receiver so that seems like a good combo! And then I can add a new cartridge (I was looking at the brand you mentioned anyway).

1 point

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13th Jun 2018

I ended up buying a set of these speakers. They have two analog lines in, optical, and bluetooth. There’s a remote, so you don’t need to lean forward five inches to adjust the volume.

I used the optical from my desktop, and analog from my laptop (via 3.5mm to L/R RCA cable). Worked without fiddling.

My new desktop doesn’t have optical out, so I connected the speaker-out from my monitor, so whatever device is on the monitor gets line 1 (displayport/hdmi audio), line 2 is the laptop directly (since sometimes I use it without the monitor).

They don’t have a headphone out themselves, though. I was lucky that I only use my headphones on my gaming computer, and they’re USB. So I plug them in when I need them, and unplug them when I don’t.

1 point

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3rd Mar 2018

I had to go back and check which model I got. I bought these and I love them. Don’t let their semi-small size fool you – they sound BIG. They pump out a lot of volume and a lot of bass for their size. I’m not really an audiophile so I didn’t sit there and compare them to any Klipsch models or anything, but I’d say you get a lot of bang for your buck.

1 point

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24th Dec 2017

You’re very welcome. These are the speakers I picked after doing some research. Imo they’re affordable, sound awesome, and look stylish. They have multiple different inputs including Bluetooth and have a remote so you can easily switch between playing from your phone, turntable, TV, etc.

1 point

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19th Dec 2017

Ok, made my first purchase to get my setup going. Starting with the LP-120 and it’s onboard preamp, I ordered these:

Edifier R1280DB Powered Bluetooth Bookshelf Speakers – Optical Input – Wireless Studio Monitors – 4 Inch Near Field Speaker – 42w RMS – Wood Grain (Wood) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0719C132V/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_XqqoAb3EXN3NE

Plus a record cleaning gadget, a Turntable Lab rubber/cork mat, an Audio Quest brush and a bunch of Diskeeper inner sleeves in both 10 and 12 inch.

I’d like to add a headphone amp and some nice headphones eventually. And upgrade the cart. And kill the preamp.

1 point

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26th Dec 2017

Anybody have experience with these speakers?
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0719C132V/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Reviews look pretty good. I’m a complete newbie to vinyl, and I’ll admit that a lot of the draw here is they look nice and will integrate well into my home (and go with my turntable) and that it has bluetooth so when I’m not using my turntable I can still play music from my phone to them.

14 points

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21st Sep 2019

This is it chief (edifier)

I assume you want them to not be deep since you’re putting them against a wall, so that doesn’t leave you with a whole lot of options, since most speakers have rear ports. These are front ported though so you’re good.

If you’re feeling weird, you can make this pair of Passive Aggressive speakers as well.

7 points

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30th Mar 2019

If going with a U-Turn Orbit, check out the custom option. You will probably want to add the $40 cue lever now or add it later for $40 plus $2 shipping. Skip the internal phono pre-amp and get the external for $20 more. Besides external being the better preferred option you can sell it later if you ever upgrade.

There are many other less costly starter speaker options, you don’t need to buy a package from U-turn or a package anywhere else.

Most all turntables worth buying can upgrade to a better cart/stylus later. One upgrade option the U-turn has is from the MDF platter to acrylic for $90.

Check out the newer and with better specs Fluance RT82 Reference Turntable with Ortofon Super OM10 $300 or RT83 Reference Turntable with Ortofon 2M Red Cartridge $350. Both have an optical sensor speed controlled motor for lower wow and flutter and speed variation and include a cue lever. Fluance plans to sell the acrylic platter as an upgrade sometime soon, probably after they can restock enough of the out of stock $500 RT85 that includes the acrylic platter.

A popular upgrade from sub $100 turntables or the $100 AT-LP60 is the AT-LP120. The newest version is the AT-LP120XUSB $250, $50 less than the previous version since it removes some pro features that are not absolutely needed for entry level home listening anyway and hopefully has an improved internal pre-amp and bypass switch.

2) Yes, a used turntable can get you the most value and quality. Check out vintage direct drive. Yes, buy a turntable and whatever speaker setup you like.

3) Some other phono pre-amps besides the U-Turn Pluto $100, is the Pro-Ject Phono Box DC $100, NAD Electronics PP 2e refurbished $120, Schitt Mani $130, or the much loved Cambridge Solo $180.

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Some lowest budget options for speakers for starting out which you can later upgrade from:

Better amp/receiver options:

  • SMSL SA 36A mini amp $53
  • Stereo: ONKYOTX-8020 $110 refurbished with a one year warranty.
  • AV: DENONAVR-S540BT $150 with a high pass crossover for your speakers when used with a subwoofer. Also good for the HDMI switching if you ever plan to use it with a TV for 2.0 or surround sound 5.1.

Paired with some passive bookshelf speakers:

Speaker wire: Pure Copper Oxygen Free 16 Gauge Speaker Wire 50 ft. and self adjusting wire strippers.

Speaker Stands: Dayton Audio SSMB24 or Monoprice Glass and Audio Advisor, most also available at Amazon.

Home Audio Guides: • Intro to home stereo systemsZeos Tutorials, Diagrams and VideosGuide to Home AudioAverageJoeAudiophile’s GuidesHow to position your speakers for great sound – U-Turn AudioSpeaker Placement for Stereo Music Listening

Also check out r/vinyl, the Weekly Questions Thread, and r/BudgetAudiophile.

4 points

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6th Jun 2021

Edifier Speakers

I have the RT81 currently hooked up to these Edifier speakers. Work great and extremely easy to set up.

3 points

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1st Apr 2021

I believe you cannot replace the stylus on it but the turntable is a good price so it’s good to get use out of the installed stylus and once it has had a good run you will be ready to invest in a higher grade TT that allows you to replace and upgrade as you please.

What speakers do you use? I have the Edifier 1280DB which are some of the best in its budget class and support Bluetooth (I don’t use this feature but it’s nice to have available):

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0719C132V/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

2 points

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22nd Jun 2021

These are what I use and I love them!

2 points

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23rd Jan 2021

Hi,

I am looking to buy a pair of studio monitors under 150 dollars. I will use these to listen to music, play video games, and do some light music making. I have already tried a pair of Mackie CR3-X (got the new special edition whites) but they have a terrible hissing problem. I am returning them and getting new monitors.

This is what I am I leaning towards: https://www.amazon.com/Edifier-R1280DB-Bluetooth-Bookshelf-Speakers/dp/B0719C132V/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=edifier%2Bspeakers&qid=1611271737&s=electronics&sr=1-3&th=1#quickPromoBucketContent

My requirements:

  1. Must get fairly loud without getting distorted.
  2. Needs to have a good reputation of not hissing (I could hear the hiss on the Mackies from 1 meter away). I do expect some hiss, but wow those Mackies seemed like they were made decades ago.
  3. Needs to plug into my computer without an audio interface.

I understand that the 3rd requirement is a big one, but I will point out that my PC has an opitcal port (the Edifiers has optical). I heard online that an optical input will result in less hiss than a standard 3.5mm jack. Is that true? If I think that the monitors are good I may end up getting another pair for my TV (an optical port in this case would be much preferred).

Anyway, I am open to all suggestions and look forward to hearing from y’all!

Thank you,

Stephan

2 points

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4th Jan 2021

Amazon has literally thousands of (mostly very good) reviews.

2 points

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1st Jan 2021

My brother has these, they sound pretty well just as good as my rb42s as far as I’m concerned.

https://www.amazon.in/Edifier-R1280DB-Bluetooth-Bookshelf-Speakers/dp/B0719C132V

2 points

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15th Nov 2020

How about some Bluetooth-capable bookshelf speakers like these?

2 points

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30th Apr 2019

Edifier R1280DB adds an optical input from your TV as well as Bluetooth for your phone.

If you want something better, get an AV receiver and passive bookshelf speakers and you can later add a center speaker, subwoofer and side surround speakers.

AV Receivers:

HDMI 2.0 and HDCP 2.2 for 4K video switching.

Speakers: Speaker recommendations from AverageJoeAudiophile and r/HTBuyingGuide.

Towers on sale:

Speaker wire: Pure Copper Oxygen Free 16 Gauge Speaker Wire 50 ft. and self adjusting wire strippers, optional banana plugs to add. Or already with banana plugs, Micca or DFWCableConnection.

Speaker stands: Dayton Audio SSMB24, Monoprice Glass or Monolith by Monoprice and Audio Advisor where most are also available at Amazon.

Subwoofer:

Guides:

Home Audio: Intro to home stereo systemsZeos Tutorials, Diagrams and VideosGuide to Home AudioAverageJoeAudiophile’s Guides

Home Theater: r/HTBuyingGuides FAQHow to Set Up a Basic Home Theater System – LifewireHow to Set Up Your Home Theater Receiverr/hometheater

Speaker Positioning: Speaker Placement for Stereo Music ListeningHow to position your speakers for great soundSpeaker Placement for Home Theater

TV Positioning: Vertically centered at eye level while seated.

2 points

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15th Sep 2020

Personally, this is as low as I’d go. The ones you linked will not be good.

2 points

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23rd Aug 2020

Powered speakers with bluetooth like these

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11th Aug 2020
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26th Mar 2019

I got my wife this one for Christmas. Whoa, mama! We were in the same boat as dgodwin1 and only had one LP before ordering Look Alive as her totally-worth-waiting-for companion present. We got the Bluetooth version of this entry level Audio Technica model and have been totally happy with it.

https://www.cnet.com/reviews/audio-technica-at-lp60-turntable-review/

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I spent $130 on the LP60BT, ***AND*** it came with a baked-in pre-amp. My mother-in-law got us these Edifier bookshelf speakers that sound totally awesome for another $130.

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https://www.amazon.com/Edifier-R1280DB-Bluetooth-Bookshelf-Speakers/dp/B0719C132V/ref=asc_df_B0719C132V/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=198096917686&hvpos=1o5&hvnetw=g&hvrand=1454099834848801764&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9027200&hvtargid=pla-379476476829&psc=1

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So, if you want to take the vinyl plunge, I’m here to tell you that you can do it very easily for under $300. The only problem is “once you pop, you can’t stop.” Like I said, we had a single LP in December, and here it is late March: we’re up to just over 100 records, including Look Alive, Evermotion, and Lost and Gone Forever!

1 point

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13th Jan 2022

It’s my first setup so just a pair of Edifier R1280DB powered bookshelf ones.

1 point

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14th Dec 2021

> You are using 20w that these are unable to produce… You just proved to me that I was right.

i provided the math for what 20 watts gets you, you dope.

was looking at the 1280dbs, which retail for $125

https://www.amazon.com/Edifier-R1280DB-Bluetooth-Bookshelf-Speakers/dp/B0719C132V/

https://www.edifier.com/product-r1280db.html#spec

 

> THD is a reflection of electronic component quality. Not input capability. I can easily remedy the DAC situation for $80 if I needed to.

you’re the one who brought up edifiers THD, as compared to your thrifted stuff. to point out that the edifiers were an inferior option… you then said that the difference is immaterial.

what point are you making ?

 

> Recommending speakers in an audiophile forum should mean that they are higher end than most in that price range.

feel free to message the mods and request to be put in charge of deciding who should recommend what 🙂

 

> I claimed they are crap, with a detailed description of WHY they were crap. The other piece was a statement of fact

thanks for your contribution.

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17th Oct 2021
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16th Oct 2021
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26th Sep 2021

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0719C132V/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o09_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

These guys. They’re a really decent budget speaker set up. They’re very loud and sound great.

1 point

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9th Jul 2021

I tend to use them when me and the GF are listening to music together or chatting with our discord. They are edifiers

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20th Jun 2021

At your price range if you go passive speakers plus amp you’ll have to get lucky in the used market to find something decent. Powered bookshelves would probably be the best option for a desktop setup due to their smaller size and integrated amp. Maybe something like these or these from edifier. It might be worth considering a decent pair of headphones like these phillips fidelio’s if you want the highest possible fidelity you can get in that price range and would also have the added benefit of not having to worry about bothering your housemates with higher volume levels.

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19th Apr 2021

Generally you want to buy that stuff piece by piece. Turntable Lab has some cool records and represses but all of their turntable packages are really marked up (from what I’ve seen). U-Turn makes some very basic ~$200 belt driven turntables and make their money by marking up add-ons like Ortofon cartridges and such. When they sell this together, there’s a lot of markup involved. I’m no means an authority on turntables and I don’t claim to be one. I mentioned two well known turntables and speakers in the first post that are a lot of folks budget setups. Keep in mind that you can Google and look at other major retailers like Amazon and get better deals on these.

AT-LP120X (https://www.audio-technica.com/en-us/at-lp120-usb) $299.95

Fluance RT82 (https://www.fluance.com/rt82w-reference-high-fidelity-vinyl-turntable-natural-walnut) $299.99

Edifer RT1280DB (with Bluetooth)(https://www.amazon.com/Edifier-R1280DB-Bluetooth-Bookshelf-Speakers/dp/B0719C132V/ref=asc_df_B0719C132V/) $129.99

You can also get a record brush and cleaning kit for around $20 on Amazon. So that’s around $450 before tax with either of those setups right there. But don’t take my word for it and continue doing research and shopping. You may want to look at pre-amps especially if you go the Fluance RT82 route or consider tables (like the U-Turn Orbit variety) that don’t have internal pre-amps.

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2nd Dec 2020

Hey all, just needed quick input. Delving into vinyl for the first time. Wanted an easy but not junk set up, with options to upgrade later. I was thinking these two things:

Table, Orbit Basic: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0719C132V/

Speakers, Edifer:
https://www.amazon.com/Edifier-R1280DBs-Bluetooth-Bookshelf-Speakers/dp/B08865JM4N/ref=sr_1_4?crid=3LWKGF5PGAYE2&dchild=1&keywords=edifer+r1280&qid=1606924117&s=electronics&sprefix=edifer%2Celectronics%2C143&sr=1-4

Just my couple of questions now: Do I need the preamp built into the table, or can I go with the version that does not have it? I believe since the speakers are active, I do not need a receiver at this time, correct? And finally, hoping to keep my starting set up around $300 – are these two things a good option (and then possible add a receiver later and upgrade speakers)?

Thanks so much for the help, hope I’m posting in the right place.

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1st Dec 2020

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27th Nov 2020

100% get the edifier bluetooth ones, i have had these for over 2 years. currently a 30$ coupon on them

https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B0719C132V/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_image?ie=UTF8&psc=1

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18th Nov 2020

I was looking at these a while back. I ended up getting something different, but I was very close. They look solid. Good reviews.https://www.amazon.com/Edifier-R1280DB-Bluetooth-Bookshelf-Speakers/dp/B0719C132V/

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1st May 2019

I just picked the first speakers that came up on Amazon but any speaker that has its own power, and RCA connectors should work.

Edifier R1280DB Powered Bluetooth Bookshelf Speakers – Optical Input – Wireless Studio Monitors – 4 Inch Near Field Speaker – 42w RMS – Wood Grain https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0719C132V/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_LAoYCbKRRTDKV

You could also connect to an amplifier that has RCA connectors and use that to power speakers that don’t have their own power. Like this:

Wireless Bluetooth Power Amplifier System – 200W Dual Channel Sound Audio Stereo Receiver w/ USB, SD, AUX, MIC IN w/ Echo, Radio, LCD – For Home Theater Entertainment via RCA, Studio Use – Pyle PDA6BU https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01A6ND1LU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_FEoYCb069XCGP

Again, I’m not endorsing these products, I’m just using them as an example.

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16th Jul 2019

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21st Oct 2020

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0719C132V/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_sCjKFbAWWX038

Or something similar. Not sure what your budget is…

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11th Sep 2020
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17th Jul 2020

https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B0719C132V/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?smid=A23AS8PFN4IRUQ&psc=1

I’ll actually get these ones so I can hook my computer into them with the optical input and have some nice speakers for my PC as well!

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14th Sep 2020

This comes in black also. Sound is great for the price.

https://www.amazon.com/Edifier-R1280DB-Bluetooth-Bookshelf-Speakers/dp/B0719C132V

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14th Jul 2020

Do you have an amplifier? If not, you’ll need to look at active speakers, which supply their own power. I don’t care for them personally, but if money and space are an issue, they’re your only option. My daughter has the Edifiers and they’re pretty dang good. You can go down a model if you don’t need bluetooth, but the higher models will get you a sub out, which you may want down the line. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0719C132V/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_FCJdFbR6M0GGT

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13th Jul 2020

The Edifier R1280DB Powered Bluetooth Bookshelf Speakers – $130 are cooler looking and will sound MUCH better. Edit: …than Klipsch Pro Media

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14th Aug 2020

https://imgur.com/a/lGyIdNg here’s a picture of the box because I’m an idiot and I boxed them already. The Amazon listing has photos and the speakers are basically Near Mint. https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0719C132V/

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27th Jun 2020

Sure! I got these speakers on sale for Black Friday, they were $77. Normally they are $100 and up.
The turntable is normally $300, I bought an amazon warehouse one with damaged packaging for $240. Basically I just kept checking the prices on either camelcamelcamel or keepa till I found a good deal.

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12th Jun 2020
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7th Dec 2019

Provided you’re not trying to upgrade to surround sound, you are a good candidate for a powered bookshelf setup. Take a look at these Edifiers, these Fluance models, or these Cantons.

The first two models are generally well regarded as powered desktop units. The Cantons are tough to find information on as they are not well-known in the US, but they do make some high quality hifi stuff.

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12th Oct 2019

I have narrowed down my choices to either the Edifier 1280DBs or Dayton Audio B652 (would need to buy amp). Which one would do you guys recommend? I don’t need much. My living room is small, about 12′ x 13′. The speakers would be connected to living room TV. Used mostly for Nintendo Switch gaming, TV shows, and sports events.

See my post for more details: Link

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15th Jun 2019

For a new system that is nearly impossible, if you want it to sound good.

Check these out on Amazon

Edifier R1280DB, 2xAux, Optical Coaxial, Bluetooth, Remote Control – $99/pr –

https://www.edifier.com/us/en/speakers/r1280db-bluetooth-bookshelf-speakers-built-in-amplifier-coaxial-optical

Check the specs. This would sound good within the limits of its size and price.

https://www.amazon.com/Edifier-R1280DB-Bluetooth-Bookshelf-Speakers/dp/B0719C132V/

Make sure you get the “…DB” model and not the “T”.

This would require you to buy an additional Phono Equalization Pre-amp. These run close to $100, but if you are desperate you can get them significantly cheaper.

You will find several here in the roughly $25 to $50 range –

https://www.amazon.com/s?k=phono+preamp+for+turntable&crid=1DUIGKZ704CBJ&sprefix=Phono+%2Caps%2C244&ref=nb_sb_ss_i_3_6

I suspect on the very low end the Pyle and the Behringer are pretty good … all things considered –

https://www.amazon.com/Behringer-PP400-BEHRINGER-MICROPHONO/dp/B000H2BC4E/

https://www.amazon.com/Pyle-Phono-Turntable-Preamp-Preamplifier/dp/B00025742A/

We can get into more specifics on that later.

Here is a more standard Phono Pre-Amp – ~$78 –

https://www.amazon.com/Pro-Ject-Phono-Box-Preamplifier-Black/dp/B000YEK1AQ/

The above speakers have TWO Aux (Aux and PC) Input. So one could go to the turntable, and one could go to your PC. Optical could be used for standard TV, or if your computer has an Optical or Coaxial Output, those input could be used for to connect the computer.

Check on the existing Turntable and see it has a Line-Phono Switch on the back. If so that implies that it has a Phono Pre-Amp built in.

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1st Jan 2019

No. You need amplification of the line out signal. The Sony HCD-GX45 wanst great to begin with since it is a stereo in a box mini system. A full sized used or new stereo or AV receiver will be best, or a mini amp. Which brand and model towers are you trying to power?

If you want a minimal setup, get powered speakers. Some pricier models have a USB DAC built in.

Powered speakers: Edifier R1280T, Fluance Ai40, are 2 good examples.

With USB DAC, Peachtree Audio M25, Vanatoo Transparent Zero.

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10th Sep 2018

Hey guys,

So I’m getting into vinyls and everything for my apartment and need advice with purchasing equipment. So I already but the LP60 (bluetooth model), and the Edifier R1280DB. However I’m thinking of exchanging to the AT LP3 because I want something automatic. Now here is where I need some advice. At times I want to switch from speakers to my headphones (Bose QC35) to for late night study sessions and not wanting to bother roommates. Right now through the LP60 I can easily switch from speakers to Bluetooth but I do realize how much quality is being lost from playing vinyl over bluetooth . So I was thinking to exchange my player to the Lp3 and get a headphone amplifier (such as the magni 3). Now here is my question would there be a loss of quality if I use like this Aux switcher to be able to easily switch between my headphones and speaker? Now if there is any other way someone who has insight in another way I can go I can easily exchange any of the stuff I have already bought.

Thanks appreciate the help

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14th May 2018

Assuming your motherboard has an optical audio out, you need:

1) stereo speakers with an integrated DAC and bass control: Edifier R1280DB

2) an optical switcher with three inputs (one to the speakers, one to the headphones, and one free for an eventual 3rd device) and a remote control to switch between the different inputs

3) (optional) a cheap DAC if your headphones don’t have one.

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3rd Apr 2018

I use these. They’re powered so you won’t need an amp. Bluetooth is nice too.

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16th Apr 2018

I’m not sure I understood everything but since you don’t have the space for 5.1 wouldn’t it be cheaper and easier to simply use bookshelf speakers with and optical input with the optical audio switcher? With 3 optical inputs, you can plug your PC, the Roku and there’s still one free. Those speakers also have 2 analog inputs for 2 more analog devices.

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27th Nov 2017

I’m looking into purchasing speakers for my Rega Planar 2 and these Edifier R1280DB speakers are on sale on Amazon.

These are powered speakers, so I won’t need an amplifier, and they have the proper cable inputs. I couldn’t find anything that says anything about an included Phono Stage though, but I did see it here included in a turntable bundle, so I’m not sure.

Anyone have any information on these speakers? Also, do these sound nice? Thanks.

Edit: Found these Edifier R1280T speakers. I believe these do have the Phono Stage pre-amplifier included so I might get these with a little more research.

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1st Nov 2019

Noob looking to buy gear

I’ve been looking at a pair of studio monitors. My budget is $200

https://www.amazon.com/Edifier-R1280DB-Bluetooth-Bookshelf-Speakers/dp/B0719C132V/ref=sr_1_2?keywords=Edifier+R1280DB&qid=1572649407&sr=8-2

I am an absolute noob and I haven’t the slightest idea of what wattage and other specifications have any implications on sound quality. I require aux as well as bluetooth compatibility. I will use these mostly for academic listening. The genres that I listen to are classical, jazz, fusion. Please tell me if I should buy this product or provide some alternatives that can suit my requirements.

Thanks.

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20th Apr 2019

How about “D, none of the above”?

If I can’t convince you to buy a passive setup instead, then at your price point, buy a set of Edifier R1280DB.

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4th Jan 2019

If you don’t have the speakers yet, you could get powered speakers with an optical input and remote control. Probably Edifier.

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https://www.amazon.com/Edifier-R1280DB-Bluetooth-Bookshelf-Speakers/dp/B0719C132V

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5th Dec 2018

So as mentioned, this is my first set up so I’ve gone simple and basic. Automatic Turntable, active speakers.

Specifically, we have an LP-120- with all stock parts.

The speakers are fairly cheap edifiers. Having paid a bit more to get an LP-120 over a more basic option, I had to save on the speakers. That’s ok- once I upgrade, these ones will be perfect for my PC.

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I will in the near year consider upgrades, but as it stands I am happy with this basic, beginer set up. It’s still miles better in quality then anything I’ve owned before.

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Also featured is Death Grips’s Exmilitary. Got it today from a Winchester based trader. My precious baby.

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4th Oct 2018

First of all they’re way overpriced, yes at 29.99. they have one driver no tweeters and are pretending to be something they’re not. Logitech speakers are crap and not worth your money. If you spend that much on your setup why not buy some entry-level speakers at least.

These are very recommended for the price. Try r/budgetaudiophile for more advanced info.

Edifier R1280DB Powered Bluetooth Bookshelf Speakers – Optical Input – Wireless Studio Monitors – 4 Inch Near Field Speaker – 42w RMS – Wood Grain (Wood) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0719C132V/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_EWNTBb04Q877S