Coverage note. Speaker Ranking currently covers 15 PreSonus models across powered speakers, pa speakers and subwoofers. These are the products in our database, not a complete list of everything PreSonus makes.
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Small Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers
Ranked #44 of 47 in Small Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers - PreSonus Eris E3.5 2nd Gen: $99.99 per pair Amazon $99.99 eBay
Older model: the PreSonus Eris E3.5 (ranked higher, rated 2.6/5). See every PreSonus Eris generation.
Same family: the PreSonus Eris Sub 8BT (subwoofer, rated 3.6/5).
Pros: Rear-panel bass and treble controls allow broad correction for desk and wall placement. Erin’s second-generation Klippel measurements give a -3dB point around 69Hz, so the speaker has useful upper-bass reach for its size. Its adjustable balance is more flexible than a fixed-response budget desktop pair. Measured bass extension of 80Hz (-3dB), with a measured sensitivity of 87.4dB.
Cons: The stock response spans 7.2dB from 300Hz to 5kHz and has a strong rising trend of about 1.27dB per octave, emphasizing treble over the midrange. Preference scores of 1.51 standalone and 4.17 with an ideal subwoofer indicate major tonal problems beyond bass extension. EQ may help, but a subwoofer alone will not make it neutral. Output and port-modification results from reviews of the original E3.5 should not be assumed to apply to this second-generation model.
Full PreSonus Eris E3.5 2nd Gen review and specifications →
| Released | Sep 2023 (3 years ago) |
|---|---|
| AES Input | No |
| Amplifier Power | 50W total (25W per speaker) |
| App | No |
| Aux Input | No |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 70Hz (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner) |
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | 80Hz (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner) |
| Bluetooth | No |
| Coaxial Input | No |
| Dimensions | 8.3”H x 6”W x 5.5”D (210.8 x 152.4 x 139.7 mm) |
| Drivers | 3.5” woofer, 1” silk dome tweeter |
| EQ | Yes (Acoustic space) |
| Frequency Response | 80 Hz-20 kHz (-3dB) (Manufacturer specified) |
| HDMI Input | No |
| Headphone Output | Yes |
| Inputs | RCA, 1/4” Balanced |
| Maximum SPL | 95dB @ 1m (manufacturer specified) |
| Optical Input | No |
| Outputs | 1/8” headphone jack |
| RCA Input | Yes |
| Sensitivity | 87.4dB (measured at 0.3V/1m, Erin’s Audio Corner) |
| Spinorama Preference Score | 1.51 |
| Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub | 4.17 |
| TRS Input | No |
| USB Input | No |
| Weight | 8.6 lbs (3.9 kg) |
| XLR Input | No |
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- Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
- Erin’s Audio Corner: Mackie CR3-X vs PreSonus E3.5 Budget Monitor Showdown! More from Erin’s Audio Corner →
- Erin’s Audio Corner: 10 Great (and Terrible) Speakers Under $300!
- Erin’s Audio Corner Review Measurements
- Erin’s Audio Corner Measurements (spinorama.org)
- Audio Science Review Measurements More from Audio Science Review →
- DSAUDIO.review: DSAUDIO.review Edifier MR4 vs Presonus Eris E3.5 sound.DEMO More from DSAUDIOreview →
- DSAUDIO.review: Presonus Eris E3.5 vs Edifier R1280T Sound Demo w/ Bass Test
- DSAUDIO.review: Presonus Eris E3.5 vs Mackie CR3 Sound Demo w/ Bass Test
- Jasper Tech: Best Desktop Computer Speakers for Every Budget More from Jasper Tech →
- Jasper Tech: Are the iLoud Micro Monitor Pro the Best Studio Monitor Speakers for your Home Studio?
- Head-to-Head Comparisons
- PreSonus Eris E3.5 2nd Gen vs Logitech Z200
- PreSonus Eris E3.5 2nd Gen vs Midiplus MI3 II
- PreSonus Eris E3.5 2nd Gen vs PreSonus Eris E3.5
- PreSonus Eris E3.5 2nd Gen vs Monoprice DT-3
- PreSonus Eris E3.5 2nd Gen vs M-Audio BX3
- PreSonus Eris E3.5 2nd Gen vs Fiio SP3
- PreSonus Eris E3.5 2nd Gen vs Mackie CR3.5
- PreSonus Eris E3.5 2nd Gen vs Fluid Audio C35BT
- See all 19 comparisons
Medium Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers
Ranked #65 of 108 in Medium Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers - PreSonus Eris Studio 5: $299.98 per pair Amazon $149.99 eBay
Older models: the PreSonus Eris E5 XT (ranked lower, rated 3.5/5) and the PreSonus Eris E5 (ranked lower, rated 3.3/5). See every PreSonus Eris generation.
Same family: the PreSonus Eris Studio 4 (smaller bookshelf, ranked lower, estimated 3.4/5) and the PreSonus Eris Studio 8 (larger bookshelf, rated 3.9/5).
Pros: A 5.25” woven composite woofer and 1” silk dome tweeter on a 120° x 60° EBM waveguide for a wide sweet spot. 80W Class AB bi-amplification rated to 102dB peak, a front-firing port, and balanced XLR and TRS plus unbalanced RCA inputs. PreSonus rates response at 48Hz to 20kHz.
Cons: No independent measurements yet, so its tonal balance and directivity can’t be compared with ranked speakers. Sold individually, so a stereo pair costs twice the listed price.
Full PreSonus Eris Studio 5 review and specifications →
| Released | Sep 2023 (3 years ago) |
|---|---|
| AES Input | No |
| Amplifier Power | 80w Per Speaker (Class AB) |
| Aux Input | No |
| Bluetooth | No |
| Coaxial Input | No |
| Dimensions | 11.5”H x 8”W x 8.8”D (292 x 203 x 223 mm) |
| Drivers | 5.25” woven composite woofer, 1” silk dome tweeter |
| EQ | Yes (Low-cut, Mid and High controls, 3-way acoustic space tuning) |
| Frequency Response | 48Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| HDMI Input | No |
| Inputs | TRS, XLR, RCA |
| Optical Input | No |
| RCA Input | Yes |
| TRS Input | Yes |
| USB Input | No |
| Weight | 11.5 lbs (5.2 kg) |
| XLR Input | Yes |
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- No independent measurement review is linked for this model; it is ranked from hands-on listening and comparison against similarly priced speakers.
- Head-to-Head Comparisons
- PreSonus Eris Studio 5 vs Yamaha HS5
- PreSonus Eris Studio 5 vs PreSonus Eris E5 XT
- PreSonus Eris Studio 5 vs PreSonus Eris Studio 4
- PreSonus Eris Studio 5 vs Kali Audio LP-UNF
- PreSonus Eris Studio 5 vs Pioneer DJ VM-50
- PreSonus Eris Studio 5 vs JBL 305P MKII
- PreSonus Eris Studio 5 vs PreSonus Eris Studio 8
Ranked #76 of 108 in Medium Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers - PreSonus Eris Studio 4: $259.98 per pair B&H Photo Video $129.99 eBay
Same family: the PreSonus Eris Studio 5 (larger bookshelf, ranked higher, estimated 3.6/5) and the PreSonus Eris Studio 8 (larger bookshelf, rated 3.9/5). See every PreSonus Eris generation.
Pros: The smallest Eris Studio monitor, with a 4.5” woven composite woofer and 1” silk-dome tweeter in an elliptical waveguide that spreads sound wide horizontally while limiting reflections off the desk below. It is bi-amplified with 50W and accepts balanced TRS and RCA. Acoustic Space settings for wall or corner placement plus high-pass, midrange and treble controls help it fit a small desk.
Cons: No independent measurements yet, so its tonal balance and directivity can’t be compared directly with measured speakers; the rating is estimated from the larger PreSonus Eris Studio 5 and the measured PreSonus Eris Studio 8. Bass stops around 55Hz and output peaks near 100dB, so it suits near-field desk listening more than filling a room.
Full PreSonus Eris Studio 4 review and specifications →
| Released | 2023 (3 years ago) |
|---|---|
| AES Input | No |
| Amplifier Power | 50W bi-amplified (Class AB) |
| Aux Input | No |
| Bluetooth | No |
| Coaxial Input | No |
| Dimensions | 10”H x 7”W x 7.3”D (254 x 178 x 185 mm) |
| Drivers | 4.5” woven composite woofer, 1” silk-dome tweeter |
| EQ | Yes (Acoustic Space, high-pass, mid and high controls) |
| Frequency Response | 55Hz - 20kHz (manufacturer specified) |
| HDMI Input | No |
| Inputs | Balanced TRS, RCA |
| Maximum SPL | 100dB peak @ 1m (manufacturer specified) |
| Optical Input | No |
| RCA Input | Yes |
| TRS Input | Yes |
| USB Input | No |
| Weight | 8.8 lbs (4 kg) |
| XLR Input | No |
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- No independent measurement review is linked for this model; it is ranked from hands-on listening and comparison against similarly priced speakers.
- Head-to-Head Comparisons
Large Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers
Ranked #99 of 119 in Large Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers - PreSonus Eris Studio 8: $419.98 per pair Amazon $209.99 eBay
Older model: the PreSonus Eris E8 XT (ranked lower, estimated 3.7/5). See every PreSonus Eris generation.
Same family: the PreSonus Eris Studio 4 (smaller bookshelf, estimated 3.4/5) and the PreSonus Eris Studio 5 (smaller bookshelf, estimated 3.6/5).
Pros: An 8-inch active monitor with XLR, TRS and RCA inputs and room-adjustment controls, providing flexible analog integration. Its cabinet and connection options suit a conventional studio setup.
Cons: The large cabinet requires substantial desk or stand space. Analog room-adjustment controls offer less flexibility than automatic calibration or parametric correction.
Full PreSonus Eris Studio 8 review and specifications →
| Released | Oct 2023 (3 years ago) |
|---|---|
| AES Input | No |
| Amplifier Power | 140w Per Speaker |
| App | No |
| Aux Input | No |
| Bluetooth | No |
| Coaxial Input | No |
| DSP | No |
| Dimensions | 16.5”H x 9.8”W x 11.7”D (419.1 x 248.9 x 297.2 mm) |
| Drivers | 8” (203mm) woofer |
| EQ | Yes (Room adjustment) |
| Frequency Response | 35Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| HDMI Input | No |
| Inputs | TRS, XLR, RCA |
| Optical Input | No |
| RCA Input | Yes |
| TRS Input | Yes |
| USB Input | No |
| Weight | 22.3 lbs (10.1 kg) each |
| XLR Input | Yes |
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- Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
- DSAUDIO.review: Tannoy Gold 8 vs PreSonus Eris E8 XT Sound & Frequency Response Comparison More from DSAUDIOreview →
- DSAUDIO.review: Focal Alpha 80 vs PreSonus Eris E8 XT Sound & Frequency Response Comparison
- DSAUDIO.review: PreSonus Eris E8 XT vs PreSonus Eris E5 XT Sound & Frequency Response Comparison
- DSAUDIO.review: Yamaha HS8 vs PreSonus Eris E8 XT Sound & Frequency Response Comparison
- DSAUDIO.review: Kali Audio LP-8 vs Presonus Eris E8 XT Sound & Frequency Response Comparison
- Head-to-Head Comparisons
- PreSonus Eris Studio 8 vs KRK Rokit 8 G4
- PreSonus Eris Studio 8 vs Kali Audio LP-8
- PreSonus Eris Studio 8 vs ADAM Audio T7V
- PreSonus Eris Studio 8 vs Edifier R2850DB
- PreSonus Eris Studio 8 vs ADAM Audio T8V
- PreSonus Eris Studio 8 vs Yamaha HS7
- PreSonus Eris Studio 8 vs Klipsch The Sevens
- PreSonus Eris Studio 8 vs Mackie MR624
- See all 30 comparisons
12-Inch PA Speakers
Ranked #48 of 83 in 12-Inch PA Speakers - PreSonus CDL12P: $949.99 Amazon $949.99 B&H Photo Video $949.99 eBay
Older model: the PreSonus CDL12 (ranked lower, rated 3.3/5). See every PreSonus CDL12 generation.
Pros: An active two-way PA speaker that keeps the PreSonus CDL12’s hybrid point-source and line-array layout: a 12-inch woofer behind a curved column of eight 2-inch drivers, crossed over at 420Hz, with 120° by 15° coverage. PreSonus rates it at 2,000W peak (500W RMS) and 130dB peak SPL, with a 48Hz to 18kHz range (±3dB). Up to six can be flown with the integrated rigging, and onboard DSP has array and subwoofer presets. It moves to a lighter plastic enclosure with a steel grille for touring use.
Cons: No independent measurements yet, so it can’t be compared with ranked PA speakers, and the measured PreSonus CDL12’s results can’t be assumed to carry over to the new enclosure. It still weighs 28.6 kg (63 lb), and it is a professional speaker with no Bluetooth or battery.
Full PreSonus CDL12P review and specifications →
| Released | Oct 2020 (6 years ago) |
|---|---|
| Amplifier Power | 2,000W peak / 1,000W program / 500W RMS (250W RMS per band) |
| Bluetooth | No |
| Cabinet Material | Plastic enclosure with 1.2mm steel grille |
| Configuration | Active 2-way constant-directivity PA speaker |
| Coverage | 120° x 15° |
| Crossover Frequency | 420Hz |
| DSP | Yes |
| Dimensions | 18.7”H x 20.6”W x 18.4”D (473.8 x 522.3 x 467.9 mm) |
| Drivers | 12” woofer, eight 2” high-frequency drivers |
| Frequency Response | 48Hz - 18kHz (±3dB, manufacturer specified) |
| Inputs | XLR line input and direct XLR line output |
| Maximum SPL | 130dB peak |
| Passive | No |
| Rigging | Integrated flyware for arrays of up to six; 35mm pole socket with 7.5° downtilt |
| Weight | 63.1 lbs (28.6 kg) |
| XLR Input | Yes |
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- No independent measurement review is linked for this model; it is ranked from hands-on listening and comparison against similarly priced speakers.
- Head-to-Head Comparisons
Small Home Subwoofers (Under 30 lbs)
Ranked #13 of 73 in Small Home Subwoofers (Under 30 lbs) - PreSonus Eris Sub 8BT: $209.99 Amazon $209.99 eBay
Same family: the PreSonus Eris E3.5 2nd Gen (bookshelf, rated 2.5/5). See every PreSonus Eris generation.
Pros: Independent CEA-2010 testing records 77.7 dB at 20 Hz and 111.3 dB through 40-80 Hz. The ported enclosure with an 8” driver suits a small room or desktop-adjacent setup.
Cons: Warranty is a below-average 1 year. The 297.9H x 249.9W x 323.1D mm cabinet and 7.4 kg mass still need deliberate placement.
Full PreSonus Eris Sub 8BT review and specifications →
| Released | Nov 2023 (2 years ago) |
|---|---|
| CEA-2010-A Average (40-80Hz) | 111.3 dB |
| Country | China |
| Dimensions | 11.7”H x 9.8”W x 12.7”D (297.9 x 249.9 x 323.1 mm) |
| Drivers | 8” (203mm) driver |
| Enclosure | ported |
| Measurement Source | Brent Butterworth |
| Output SPL at 20 Hz | 77.7 dB |
| Output SPL at 25 Hz | 93.5 dB |
| Output SPL at 31.5 Hz | 99.6 dB |
| Output SPL at 40 Hz | 105.7 dB |
| Output SPL at 50 Hz | 109.4 dB |
| Output SPL at 63 Hz | 115.0 dB |
| Output SPL at 80 Hz | 115.3 dB |
| Warranty | 1 |
| Weight | 16.3 lbs (7.4 kg) |
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- Independently measured by Brent Butterworth; the published figures above come from this ASR subwoofer measurement thread.
- Head-to-Head Comparisons
- PreSonus Eris Sub 8BT vs Dayton Audio CS1000
- PreSonus Eris Sub 8BT vs Dayton Audio MKSX4
- PreSonus Eris Sub 8BT vs Klipsch Flexus Sub 100
- PreSonus Eris Sub 8BT vs Edifier T5s
- PreSonus Eris Sub 8BT vs Dayton Audio SUB-1000L
- PreSonus Eris Sub 8BT vs Polk Audio PSW108
- PreSonus Eris Sub 8BT vs Monoprice Premium Select 8in 200-Watt
Discontinued PreSonus Models
Still ranked, and often still worth buying used, but no longer in production. Check availability before planning around one of these.
Small Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers
Ranked #42 of 47 in Small Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers - PreSonus Eris E3.5: $99.99 per pair Discontinued eBay
Newer model: the PreSonus Eris E3.5 2nd Gen, ranked lower, rated 2.5/5, released Sep 2023. It drops the aux input. See every PreSonus Eris generation.
Same family: the PreSonus Eris E5 (larger bookshelf, rated 3.3/5).
Pros: Compact powered monitors with a 3.5” Kevlar woofer, 25W class AB per side, front headphone jack and 1/8”, TRS and RCA inputs. Measured bass extension of 76.9Hz (-3dB).
Cons: Erin’s Audio Corner measured a very uneven on-axis response (3.71dB average deviation) and a listening window spanning 6.0dB from 300Hz to 5kHz, for a preference score of 2.01. Bass rolls off at 76.9Hz (-3dB). Replaced by the second-generation E3.5. Discontinued.
Full PreSonus Eris E3.5 review and specifications →
| Released | Oct 2017 (9 years ago) |
|---|---|
| AES Input | No |
| Amplifier Power | 50W total (25W per side), class AB |
| Aux Input | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | about 60.3Hz (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner) |
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | 76.9Hz (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner) |
| Bluetooth | No |
| Coaxial Input | No |
| DIY Kit | No |
| Dimensions | 8.3”H x 5.6”W x 6.4”D (210 x 141 x 162 mm) |
| Drivers | 3.5” Kevlar woofer, 1” silk dome tweeter |
| Frequency Response | 80Hz-20kHz (manufacturer specified) |
| HDMI Input | No |
| Headphone Output | Yes |
| Optical Input | No |
| RCA Input | Yes |
| Spinorama Preference Score | 2.01 |
| Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub | 4.94 |
| TRS Input | Yes |
| USB Input | No |
| Weight | 3.2 lbs (1.45 kg) each |
| XLR Input | No |
- Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
- Erin’s Audio Corner: Mackie CR3-X vs PreSonus E3.5 Budget Monitor Showdown! More from Erin’s Audio Corner →
- Erin’s Audio Corner Measurements (spinorama.org)
- DSAUDIO.review: Presonus Eris E3.5 vs Edifier R1280T Sound Demo w/ Bass Test More from DSAUDIOreview →
- DSAUDIO.review: Presonus Eris E3.5 vs Mackie CR3 Sound Demo w/ Bass Test
- DSAUDIO.review: DSAUDIO.review Edifier MR4 vs Presonus Eris E3.5 sound.DEMO
- Head-to-Head Comparisons
Medium Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers
Ranked #70 of 108 in Medium Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers - PreSonus Eris E5 XT: $239.98 per pair Discontinued eBay
Newer model: the PreSonus Eris Studio 5, ranked higher, estimated 3.6/5, released Sep 2023.
Older model: the PreSonus Eris E5 (ranked lower, rated 3.3/5). See every PreSonus Eris generation.
Same family: the PreSonus Eris E8 XT (larger bookshelf, estimated 3.7/5).
Pros: ASR’s measurements show reasonably consistent directivity through the crossover, so EQ changes are more likely to benefit both direct and reflected sound. Bass reaches -3dB around 56Hz. A standalone preference score of 3.58 rises to 6.00 with an ideal subwoofer, indicating useful bass reach but only moderate native tonal performance. Measured bass extension of 56.4Hz (-3dB).
Cons: The response has bass and treble emphasis with a recessed crossover region; smooth directivity carries that imbalance into room reflections rather than fixing it. Existing distortion testing shows problems across a broad range when pushed to 96dB. Tone correction and moderate levels help, but it is not a reference-flat monitor out of the box. Discontinued.
Full PreSonus Eris E5 XT review and specifications →
| Released | Sep 2019 (7 years ago) |
|---|---|
| AES Input | No |
| Amplifier Power | 80w Per Speaker |
| App | No |
| Aux Input | No |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 46.9Hz (derived, log-interpolated between spinorama.org -9dB/-12dB points) |
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | 56.4Hz (measured, Audio Science Review) |
| Bluetooth | No |
| Coaxial Input | No |
| Dimensions | 10.2”H x 7”W x 7.7”D (259.1 x 177.8 x 195.6 mm) |
| Drivers | 5” (127mm) woofer |
| EQ | Yes (Room adjustment) |
| Frequency Response | 53Hz - 22kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| HDMI Input | No |
| Inputs | TRS, XLR, RCA |
| Optical Input | No |
| RCA Input | Yes |
| Spinorama Preference Score | 3.58 |
| Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub | 6.00 |
| TRS Input | Yes |
| USB Input | No |
| Weight | 10.1 lbs (4.6 kg) each |
| XLR Input | Yes |
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- Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
- Audio Science Review Measurements More from Audio Science Review →
- Audio Science Review Measurements (spinorama.org)
- DSAUDIO.review: PreSonus E7 XT vs PreSonus E5 XT Sound & Frequency Response Comparison More from DSAUDIOreview →
- DSAUDIO.review: New PreSonus E5 XT and Yamaha HS5 could not sound any more different! SOUND AND RESPONSE COMPARISON
- DSAUDIO.review: Bright and brighter. PreSonus E5 XT takes on Adam Audio T5V SOUND & FREQUENCY RESPONSE COMPARISON
- DSAUDIO.review: PreSonus Eris E5 XT vs PreSonus Eris E5 (new vs old) Sound & Frequency Response Comparison
- DSAUDIO.review: PreSonus E5 XT vs KRK Rokit 5 G4 Sound & Frequency Response Comparison
- DSAUDIO.review: PreSonus Eris E8 XT vs PreSonus Eris E5 XT Sound & Frequency Response Comparison
- Head-to-Head Comparisons
- PreSonus Eris E5 XT vs Edifier S2000MKIII
- PreSonus Eris E5 XT vs Edifier MR4.5
- PreSonus Eris E5 XT vs Edifier MR4
- PreSonus Eris E5 XT vs Palmer STUDIMON 5
- PreSonus Eris E5 XT vs ADAM Audio A4V
- PreSonus Eris E5 XT vs KRK Classic 5
- PreSonus Eris E5 XT vs Yamaha HS5
- PreSonus Eris E5 XT vs M-Audio BX4 D3
- See all 56 comparisons
Ranked #77 of 108 in Medium Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers - PreSonus Eris E5: $186.98 per pair Discontinued eBay
Newer model: the PreSonus Eris Studio 5, ranked higher, estimated 3.6/5, released Sep 2023. See every PreSonus Eris generation.
Same family: the PreSonus Eris E3.5 (smaller bookshelf, rated 2.6/5).
Pros: Balanced XLR/TRS and RCA inputs plus placement adjustment make the original Eris E5 easy to connect to studio or consumer sources. Existing listening notes describe a fuller low end than some small, bass-light monitors, which may suit casual nearfield listening.
Cons: A fuller bass balance is not necessarily neutral. Placement adjustment is useful, but it does not replace a properly integrated subwoofer for deep-bass monitoring. Discontinued.
Full PreSonus Eris E5 review and specifications →
| Released | Jan 2015 (11 years ago) |
|---|---|
| AES Input | No |
| Amplifier Power | 80w Per Speaker |
| App | No |
| Aux Input | No |
| Bluetooth | No |
| Coaxial Input | No |
| Dimensions | 10.2”H x 7”W x 7.7”D (259.1 x 177.8 x 195.6 mm) |
| Drivers | 5” (127mm) woofer |
| EQ | Yes (Room adjustment) |
| Frequency Response | 53Hz - 22kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| HDMI Input | No |
| Inputs | TRS, XLR, RCA |
| Optical Input | No |
| RCA Input | Yes |
| TRS Input | Yes |
| USB Input | No |
| Weight | 10.1 lbs (4.6 kg) each |
| XLR Input | Yes |
- Links
- Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
- DSAUDIO.review: Fluid Audio F5 vs Presonus Eris E5 Sound & Frequency Response Comparison More from DSAUDIOreview →
- DSAUDIO.review: Mackie CR5 BT vs Presonus Eris E5 Sound Demo w/ Bass Test
- DSAUDIO.review: KRK Rokit 5 RP5G3 vs Presonus E5 Sound Demo w/ Bass Test
- DSAUDIO.review: Adam Audio T5V vs Presonus Eris E5 5 Track Comparison
- DSAUDIO.review: Yamaha HS5 vs Presonus Eris E5 Sound Demo
- DSAUDIO.review: M-Audio BX5 D3 vs Presonus Eris E5 5 Track Comparison
- DSAUDIO.review: PreSonus Eris E5 XT vs PreSonus Eris E5 (new vs old) Sound & Frequency Response Comparison
- DSAUDIO.review: JBL 305P MKII vs PreSonus Eris E5 6-Track Comparison
- DSAUDIO.review: JBL LSR305 vs Presonus Eris E5 Sound Demo
- DSAUDIO.review: KRK Rokit 5 G4 RP5G4 vs Presonus Eris E5 Sound & Frequency Response Comparison
- Head-to-Head Comparisons
- PreSonus Eris E5 vs Edifier MR5
- PreSonus Eris E5 vs Audioengine HD6
- PreSonus Eris E5 vs M-Audio BX4 D3
- PreSonus Eris E5 vs KRK Classic 5
- PreSonus Eris E5 vs Edifier R2000DB
- PreSonus Eris E5 vs Edifier S1000W
- PreSonus Eris E5 vs Edifier MR4
- PreSonus Eris E5 vs Edifier S1000MKII
- See all 53 comparisons
Large Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers
Ranked #109 of 119 in Large Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers - PreSonus Eris E8 XT: $420 per pair Discontinued eBay
Newer model: the PreSonus Eris Studio 8, ranked higher, rated 3.9/5, released Oct 2023. See every PreSonus Eris generation.
Same family: the PreSonus Eris E5 XT (smaller bookshelf, rated 3.5/5).
Pros: An 8” studio monitor with a Kevlar woofer, a 1.25” silk dome tweeter in an elliptical waveguide and 140W of amplification. It takes XLR, TRS and RCA inputs and has acoustic space, midrange and treble controls.
Cons: Audioholics’ measurements stop at 200Hz, so it has no preference score; the rating is estimated from that data and its successor, the PreSonus Eris Studio 8. It weighs 10.4kg each. Discontinued.
Full PreSonus Eris E8 XT review and specifications →
| Released | Mar 2020 (6 years ago) |
|---|---|
| AES Input | No |
| Amplifier Power | 140W (75W LF + 65W HF) |
| Aux Input | No |
| Bluetooth | No |
| Coaxial Input | No |
| DIY Kit | No |
| Dimensions | 16”H x 9.8”W x 11.5”D (406 x 248 x 292 mm) |
| Drivers | 8” Kevlar woofer, 1.25” silk dome tweeter with elliptical waveguide |
| EQ | Yes (acoustic space, mid and HF controls) |
| Frequency Response | 35Hz-22kHz (manufacturer specified) |
| HDMI Input | No |
| Inputs | XLR, 1/4” TRS, RCA |
| Maximum SPL | 105dB peak (manufacturer specified) |
| Optical Input | No |
| RCA Input | Yes |
| TRS Input | Yes |
| USB Input | No |
| Weight | 22.9 lbs (10.4 kg) each |
| XLR Input | Yes |
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Ranked #115 of 119 in Large Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers - PreSonus Sceptre S6: $1,800 per pair Discontinued eBay
Pros: A coaxial active studio monitor with a 6.5” woofer and a 1” tweeter at its center, with DSP correction. Audio Science Review measured a preference score of 3.55 that reaches 5.8 with an ideal subwoofer, with 0.56 listening window deviation. Measured bass extension of 52.7Hz (-3dB).
Cons: PreSonus discontinued the Sceptre line. Bass reaches 52.7Hz (-3dB) and about 45Hz (-10dB).
Full PreSonus Sceptre S6 review and specifications →
| Released | Aug 2013 (13 years ago) |
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| AES Input | No |
| Amplifier Power | 180W RMS |
| Aux Input | No |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | about 44.9Hz (measured, Audio Science Review) |
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | 52.7Hz (measured, Audio Science Review) |
| Bluetooth | No |
| Coaxial Input | No |
| DIY Kit | No |
| Dimensions | 13.2”H x 13.3”W x 11.9”D (335 x 339 x 301 mm) |
| Drivers | 6.5” coaxial woofer with 1” tweeter |
| HDMI Input | No |
| Optical Input | No |
| RCA Input | No |
| Spinorama Preference Score | 3.55 |
| Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub | 5.8 |
| TRS Input | Yes |
| USB Input | No |
| Weight | 18.7 lbs (8.5 kg) |
| XLR Input | Yes |
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10-Inch PA Speakers
Ranked #38 of 41 in 10-Inch PA Speakers - PreSonus ULT10: $949.95 Discontinued eBay
Same family: the PreSonus ULT12 (larger model, rated 2.6/5) and the PreSonus ULT15 (larger model, estimated 2.7/5).
Pros: A custom 10-inch driver with a 2.5-inch voice coil and a WorxAudio-designed rotatable Pivot X110 horn deliver a wide 110° x 50° dispersion pattern for even coverage and an ultra-long throw at 1,300W peak. Measured bass extension of 71Hz (-3dB).
Cons: Medium-quality vendor data shows a 4.0 ideal-subwoofer preference score, below most other actives in this ranking, and it lacks an onboard mixer or app control. Discontinued.
Full PreSonus ULT10 review and specifications →
| Released | Jan 2017 (9 years ago) |
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| AES Input | No |
| Amplifier Power | 1,300W peak / 650W continuous (1,000W / 500W LF; 300W / 150W HF, manufacturer specified) |
| Aux Input | No |
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | 71Hz (measured, vendor Spinorama data) |
| Bluetooth | No |
| Cabinet Material | 15mm eucalyptus plywood |
| Coaxial Input | No |
| Configuration | Active 2-way bass-reflex PA speaker |
| Coverage | 110° x 50° |
| Crossover Frequency | 1.6kHz (manufacturer specified) |
| DSP | Yes |
| Dimensions | 22”H x 13.2”W x 11.9”D (559 x 335 x 302.3 mm) |
| Drivers | 10” woofer with 2.5” voice coil, compression driver |
| Frequency Response | 65Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| Guitar Input | No |
| HDMI Input | No |
| Inputs | Two XLR/TRS combo inputs (one mic/line, one line); two XLR male outputs |
| Maximum SPL | 130dB peak (650W RMS / 1300W peak power) |
| Microphone Input | Yes |
| Optical Input | No |
| Passive | No |
| RCA Input | No |
| Rigging | M10 suspension points; two-position 35mm pole socket |
| Spinorama Preference Score | 1.15 |
| Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub | 3.96 |
| TRS Input | Yes |
| USB Input | No |
| Weight | 44 lbs (19.96 kg) |
| XLR Input | Yes |
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12-Inch PA Speakers
Ranked #56 of 83 in 12-Inch PA Speakers - PreSonus CDL12: $1,999.95 Discontinued eBay
Newer model: the PreSonus CDL12P, ranked higher, estimated 3.5/5, released Oct 2020. See every PreSonus CDL12 generation.
Pros: Its constant-directivity high-frequency array is designed for controlled coverage and scalable deployments rather than a conventional single horn. The medium-quality vendor data provides a 4.79 ideal-subwoofer preference score and 58Hz measured extension. Measured bass extension of 58Hz (-3dB).
Cons: This is a specialized, heavier cabinet whose rigging and array behavior add complexity for ordinary portable-PA buyers. The measured tonal score is modest, and availability is less consistent than the mainstream QSC, JBL, Yamaha and RCF choices. Discontinued.
Full PreSonus CDL12 review and specifications →
| Released | Sep 2018 (8 years ago) |
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| AES Input | No |
| Amplifier Power | 2,000W peak / 500W RMS (1,000W peak / 250W RMS per band, manufacturer specified) |
| Aux Input | No |
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | 58Hz (measured, vendor Spinorama data) |
| Bluetooth | No |
| Cabinet Material | 15mm eucalyptus plywood |
| Coaxial Input | No |
| Configuration | Active 2-way constant-directivity PA speaker |
| Coverage | 120° x 20° per enclosure (-6dB) |
| Crossover Frequency | 420Hz (manufacturer specified) |
| DSP | Yes |
| Dimensions | 18.6”H x 20.8”W x 17.5”D (473 x 529 x 444.5 mm) |
| Drivers | 12” woofer, eight 2” high-frequency drivers |
| Guitar Input | No |
| HDMI Input | No |
| Inputs | XLR input and direct XLR line output |
| Maximum SPL | 131dB peak |
| Microphone Input | No |
| Network Control | Worx Control remote control (compression, polarity, limiting, delay, EQ and presets) |
| Optical Input | No |
| Passive | No |
| RCA Input | No |
| Rigging | Integrated array rigging; dual-position 35mm pole mount |
| Spinorama Preference Score | 2.20 |
| Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub | 4.79 |
| TRS Input | No |
| USB Input | No |
| Weight | 65 lbs (29.5 kg) |
| XLR Input | Yes |
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Ranked #77 of 83 in 12-Inch PA Speakers - PreSonus ULT12: $999.95 Discontinued eBay
Same family: the PreSonus ULT10 (smaller model, rated 3/5) and the PreSonus ULT15 (larger model, estimated 2.7/5).
Pros: Very broad 110° x 50° nominal coverage can be useful in shallow rooms, and the plywood cabinet, rotatable horn and onboard mixer are practical live-sound features. Measured bass extension reaches 60Hz in the medium-quality vendor data. Measured bass extension of 60Hz (-3dB).
Cons: The 3.50 ideal-subwoofer preference score is the weakest in this 15-model group, reflecting major response/directivity irregularity. It is difficult to recommend for sound quality when stronger measured alternatives are available at similar prices. Discontinued.
Full PreSonus ULT12 review and specifications →
| Released | 2016 (10 years ago) |
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| AES Input | No |
| Amplifier Power | 1,300W peak / 650W continuous (1,000W / 500W LF; 300W / 150W HF, manufacturer specified) |
| Aux Input | No |
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | 60Hz (measured, vendor Spinorama data) |
| Bluetooth | No |
| Cabinet Material | 15mm eucalyptus plywood |
| Coaxial Input | No |
| Configuration | Active 2-way bass-reflex PA speaker |
| Coverage | 110° x 50° |
| Crossover Frequency | 1.6kHz (manufacturer specified) |
| DSP | Yes |
| Dimensions | 25.2”H x 14”W x 13.9”D (641 x 356 x 353 mm) |
| Drivers | 12” woofer, compression driver |
| Frequency Response | 55Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| Guitar Input | No |
| HDMI Input | No |
| Inputs | 2 x XLR/TRS combo |
| Maximum SPL | 135dB (1300W peak power) |
| Microphone Input | No |
| Optical Input | No |
| Passive | No |
| RCA Input | No |
| Rigging | M10 suspension points; two-position 35mm pole socket |
| Spinorama Preference Score | 0.84 |
| Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub | 3.50 |
| TRS Input | Yes |
| USB Input | No |
| Weight | 52 lbs (23.6 kg) |
| XLR Input | Yes |
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15-Inch PA Speakers
Ranked #71 of 75 in 15-Inch PA Speakers - PreSonus ULT15: $1,099.95 Discontinued eBay
Same family: the PreSonus ULT10 (smaller model, rated 3/5) and the PreSonus ULT12 (smaller model, rated 2.6/5).
Pros: A 15” version of the PreSonus ULT10 with a 1” compression driver, 1300W peak and a two channel mixer, rated to a 136dB maximum.
Cons: No independent measurements yet, so it can’t be compared with ranked PA speakers. Its measured siblings sit low in the PA rankings, and at 26.8 kg it is heavy to lift onto a stand. Discontinued.
Full PreSonus ULT15 review and specifications →
| Released | 2016 (10 years ago) |
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| Amplifier Power | 650W RMS (1,300W peak; 500W LF + 150W HF, Class D) |
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | 52Hz (manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth | No |
| Dimensions | 28.5”H x 17.3”W x 16”D (724 x 439 x 406 mm) |
| Drivers | 1x 1.75” voice coil 1” exit compression driver, 1x 15” woofer (2.5” voice coil) |
| Enclosure | 15 mm eucalyptus plywood |
| Frequency Response | 52Hz - 18kHz (±3dB, manufacturer specified) |
| Inputs | 2x combo XLR/1/4” with onboard mixer |
| Maximum SPL | 136dB peak (manufacturer specified) |
| Passive | No |
| Rigging | 12 x M10 rigging points; dual-position pole mount |
| Weight | 59.1 lbs (26.8 kg) |
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- No independent measurement review is linked for this model; it is ranked from hands-on listening and comparison against similarly priced speakers.
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