Short answer: the Dayton Audio M4. It ranks #54 of 108 powered bookshelf speakers by sound quality, rated 3.8/5, at $249.98; the Edifier S1000MKII ranks #82, rated 3.3/5, and costs $499.99, so there is not much of a tradeoff to weigh.
Why pick the Edifier S1000MKII: A self-powered stereo pair with optical, coaxial, analog and Bluetooth inputs that makes switching sources simple. It supports aptX HD Bluetooth, which the Dayton Audio M4 lacks. The catch: High-resolution input support is not a guarantee of perfect tuning, and the fixed internal amplification prevents the gradual upgrades possible with separates.
The Dayton Audio M4 is the better-sounding pick. A compact, affordable powered desk pair with Bluetooth, USB-C, a subwoofer output and a soft, unfatiguing treble. It keeps a wired aux input, which the Edifier S1000MKII lacks. The catch: Existing listening and output notes describe limited bass, a balance that changes with distance, and distortion rising above roughly 93dB.
Buy the Dayton Audio M4. It is rated higher for sound quality than the Edifier S1000MKII and costs less, so only choose the other one for a particular feature it does better.
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Specifications Side By Side
| Edifier S1000MKII | Dayton Audio M4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $499.99 per pair | $249.98 per pair |
| Ranked | #82 of 108 in Medium Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers | #54 of 108 in Medium Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers |
| Dimensions | 13.6”H x 7.6”W x 11.6”D (345.4 x 193 x 294.6 mm) | 5” x 6.5” x 9.5” (127 x 165 x 241 mm) (W x D x H) |
| Inputs | Bluetooth, 2x RCA Input, Digital Optical, Digital Coax | RCA, USB-C, Bluetooth |
| Outputs | None | Subwoofer (20Hz-200Hz) |
| Weight | 37 lbs (16.8 kg) | 6.2 lbs (2.81 kg) (active), 5.1 lbs (2.31 kg) (passive) |
| Drivers | 5.5” (140mm) woofer | 4” aluminum woofer, 1” silk dome tweeter |
| App | No | No |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC, aptX HD | SBC, aptX |
| EQ | No | - |
| Amplifier Power | 60w RMS Per Speaker | 75W RMS (150W peak) |
| XLR Input | No | No |
| RCA Input | Yes | Yes |
| TRS Input | No | No |
| Optical Input | Yes | No |
| Coaxial Input | Yes | No |
| USB Input | No | Yes |
| HDMI Input | No | No |
| AES Input | No | No |
| Aux Input | No | Yes (RCA) |
| Frequency Response | 45Hz - 40kHz (Manufacturer specified) | 40Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.0 | 5.0 |
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | - | 121Hz (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner) |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | - | 60Hz (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner) |
| Digital Aux Input | - | Yes (USB-C DAC, up to 192kHz/32-bit) |
| Stereo | - | Yes |
| Power Input | - | AC Power cord |
| Subwoofer Output | - | Yes |
Where the Ratings Come From
- Edifier S1000MKII: reviews by DSAUDIO.review.
- Dayton Audio M4: reviews by Erin’s Audio Corner.
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