Short answer: the Kali Audio IN-8 V2. It ranks #38 of 119 powered bookshelf speakers by sound quality, rated 4.4/5, at $998; the Edifier S3000MKII ranks #91, rated 3.9/5, and costs $999.97, so there is little reason to consider the other one.
The case for the Edifier S3000MKII: A wireless linked powered pair with planar tweeters, plenty of power, and inputs for nearly everything, from XLR and optical to aptX HD Bluetooth. The tradeoff: No independent measurements yet, so its tonal balance and directivity can’t be compared with ranked speakers.
The Kali Audio IN-8 V2 is the better-sounding pick. An affordable three-way studio monitor with a coaxial mid and tweeter for clear imaging, low distortion, and useful bass. The tradeoff: The measured 3.0dB response span from 300Hz to 5kHz includes unevenness that can make some vocals sound forward.
Buy the Kali Audio IN-8 V2. It is rated higher for sound quality than the Edifier S3000MKII and costs less, so it is the default pick unless a specific strength of the other one matters more to you.
About the ratings: the Edifier S3000MKII’s rating is estimated from measured siblings and predecessors rather than its own measurements, with a likely range of 3.7 to 4.1, so this verdict could change once it is measured.
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Specifications Side By Side
| Edifier S3000MKII | Kali Audio IN-8 V2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $999.97 per pair | $998 per pair |
| Ranked | #91 of 119 in Large Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers Estimated | #38 of 119 in Large Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers |
| Drivers | 107mm x 107mm planar magnetic tweeter, 6.5” aluminum mid/bass | 8” (203mm) woofer |
| Amplifier Power | 256W RMS total | 140w Per Speaker |
| Frequency Response | 38Hz - 40kHz (Manufacturer specified) | 45Hz - 21kHz (±3dB) (Manufacturer specified) |
| Inputs | Bluetooth, XLR, RCA Input, Digital Optical, Digital Coax, USB | XLR, RCA |
| Bluetooth | Yes | No |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.0 | - |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC, aptX HD | - |
| XLR Input | Yes | Yes |
| RCA Input | Yes | Yes |
| Optical Input | Yes | No |
| Coaxial Input | Yes | No |
| USB Input | Yes | No |
| HDMI Input | No | No |
| Dimensions | 14.2”H x 8.7”W x 10.6”D (360 x 222 x 268 mm) | 17.8”H x 10”W x 11.3”D (452.1 x 254 x 287 mm) |
| Weight | 44.1 lbs (20 kg) (pair) | 22.9 lbs (10.4 kg) each |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | - | 36Hz (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner) |
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | - | 44Hz (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner) |
| App | - | No |
| EQ | - | Yes (Room adjustment) |
| DSP | - | No |
| Sensitivity | - | 89dB (measured at 0.3V/1m, Erin’s Audio Corner) |
| Spinorama Preference Score | - | 5.36 |
| Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub | - | 7.30 |
| TRS Input | - | No |
| AES Input | - | No |
| Aux Input | - | No |
Where the Ratings Come From
- Edifier S3000MKII: manufacturer specifications and listening comparisons; no independent measurement has been published yet.
- Kali Audio IN-8 V2: Spinorama.org measurements and reviews by Erin’s Audio Corner.
This comparison is generated from the ratings, specifications and measurements on each product’s own page, and it updates when that data changes. How we rank explains how each rating is decided.
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