Short answer: the Edifier D12, if you are buying new. The Marshall Woburn II ranks higher than it (#3 vs #7 of 17 powered desktop speakers, 4.0/5 vs 3.8/5) but is discontinued, so only consider it used; the Edifier D12 is still sold new at $179.99.
What the Edifier D12 gets right: A very good value speaker in this desktop category.
Buy the Edifier D12 new; the Marshall Woburn II is no longer sold new, so it only makes sense as a used find.
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Specifications Side By Side
| Edifier D12 | Marshall Woburn II | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $179.99 each | $332.11 each Discontinued |
| Ranked | #7 of 17 in Medium Size Powered Desktop Speakers | #3 of 17 in Medium Size Powered Desktop Speakers |
| Aux Input | Yes | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 57Hz | ~47Hz |
| Battery Life | No Battery | No Battery |
| Inputs | Bluetooth, Aux, RCA | Bluetooth, HDMI, RCA, Aux |
| IP Rating | None | None |
| Outputs | Subwoofer line out | - |
| Power Bank | No | - |
| Power Input | AC Power cable | AC Power cord |
| Stereo | Yes | Yes |
| Drivers | 2x 4" woofers, 2x 19mm silk dome tweeters | 2x 5.25" woofers, Integrated in woofers midrange, 2x 1" tweeters |
| TWS | No | Yes |
| Weight | 10.1 lbs (4.6 kg) | 18.9 lbs (8.57 kg) |
| Woofer Cabinet | ported | ported |
| App | No | Yes |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes, 5.0 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC (inferred; additional codecs unverified) | AptX, SBC |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.0 | 5.0 |
| Dimensions | 14.1" x 6.3" x 8" (359 x 159 x 203.5 mm) | 15.7" x 12.1" x 7.9" (400 x 308 x 200 mm) |
| EQ | Yes (Bass/Treble controls) | Yes (Bass/Treble) |
| Frequency Response | 54Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) | 30Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| Party Mode | No | No |
| Wi-Fi | No | No |
| Amplifier Power | 70W (R/L treble: 15W+15W, R/L mid-bass: 20W+20W) | 110W (Woofers: 2x50W, Tweeters: 2x15W) |
| Subwoofer Output | Yes | - |
| XLR Input | No | No |
| RCA Input | Yes | Yes |
| TRS Input | No | No |
| Optical Input | No | No |
| Coaxial Input | No | No |
| USB Input | No | No |
| HDMI Input | No | Yes |
| AES Input | No | No |
| Discontinued | - | Yes |
| Voice Assistants | - | None |
| Maximum SPL | - | 110dB |
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The Two Speakers In Full
Edifier D12: $179.99 each Amazon eBay
Pros: At 4.6 kg, Edifier D12 combines 2x 4” woofers, 2x 19mm silk dome tweeters with Bluetooth, Aux, RCA. Ac-powered operation and stereo playback make its feature set practical for its intended room or portable use. Measured bass extension of 57Hz (-10dB).
Cons: Bass is limited by its 57Hz specification. There is no companion app.
Full Edifier D12 review and specifications →
| AES Input | No |
|---|---|
| Amplifier Power | 70W (R/L treble: 15W+15W, R/L mid-bass: 20W+20W) |
| App | No |
| Aux Input | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 57Hz |
| Battery Life | No Battery |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC (inferred; additional codecs unverified) |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.0 |
| Coaxial Input | No |
| Dimensions | 14.1" x 6.3" x 8" (359 x 159 x 203.5 mm) |
| Drivers | 2x 4" woofers, 2x 19mm silk dome tweeters |
| EQ | Yes (Bass/Treble controls) |
| Frequency Response | 54Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| HDMI Input | No |
| IP Rating | None |
| Inputs | Bluetooth, Aux, RCA |
| Optical Input | No |
| Outputs | Subwoofer line out |
| Party Mode | No |
| Power Bank | No |
| Power Input | AC Power cable |
| RCA Input | Yes |
| Stereo | Yes |
| Subwoofer Output | Yes |
| TRS Input | No |
| TWS | No |
| USB Input | No |
| Weight | 10.1 lbs (4.6 kg) |
| Wi-Fi | No |
| Woofer Cabinet | ported |
| XLR Input | No |
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Marshall Woburn II: $332.11 each Discontinued Amazon eBay
Pros: Marshall Woburn II uses 2x 5.25” woofers, Integrated in woofers midrange, 2x 1” tweeters. Its 8.57 kg, aux input, up to 110dB and stereo playback make it a practical option for its intended room or portable use. Measured bass extension of ~47Hz (-10dB).
Cons: Bass is limited by its ~47Hz specification. Discontinued.
Full Marshall Woburn II review and specifications →
| AES Input | No |
|---|---|
| Amplifier Power | 110W (Woofers: 2x50W, Tweeters: 2x15W) |
| App | Yes |
| Aux Input | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | ~47Hz |
| Battery Life | No Battery |
| Bluetooth | Yes, 5.0 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | AptX, SBC |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.0 |
| Coaxial Input | No |
| Dimensions | 15.7" x 12.1" x 7.9" (400 x 308 x 200 mm) |
| Discontinued | Yes |
| Drivers | 2x 5.25" woofers, Integrated in woofers midrange, 2x 1" tweeters |
| EQ | Yes (Bass/Treble) |
| Frequency Response | 30Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| HDMI Input | Yes |
| IP Rating | None |
| Inputs | Bluetooth, HDMI, RCA, Aux |
| Maximum SPL | 110dB |
| Optical Input | No |
| Party Mode | No |
| Power Input | AC Power cord |
| RCA Input | Yes |
| Stereo | Yes |
| TRS Input | No |
| TWS | Yes |
| USB Input | No |
| Voice Assistants | None |
| Weight | 18.9 lbs (8.57 kg) |
| Wi-Fi | No |
| Woofer Cabinet | ported |
| XLR Input | No |
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