Short answer: the Edifier MR4, if you are buying new. The Edifier S3000Pro ranks higher than it (#60 vs #48 of 67 powered bookshelf speakers, 3.8/5 vs 3.5/5) but is discontinued, so only consider it used; the Edifier MR4 is still sold new at $139.99.
What the Edifier S3000Pro does well: A convenient home-listening system with digital and analog input options, avoiding the need for a separate power amplifier. The tradeoff: The substantial cabinet size requires more space than a typical desktop pair.
Why pick the Edifier MR4: Erin’s data supports a useful budget desktop monitor: a 3.0dB midrange span, little overall on-axis tilt, and preference scores of 3.25 standalone and 6.00 with an ideal subwoofer. The tradeoff: Bass reaches -3dB around 79Hz, so deep extension should not be inferred from the overall flat trend.
Buy the Edifier MR4 new; the Edifier S3000Pro is no longer sold new, so it only makes sense as a used find.
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Specifications Side By Side
| Edifier S3000Pro | Edifier MR4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $900 per pair Discontinued | $139.99 per pair |
| Ranked | #60 of 68 in Large Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers | #48 of 67 in Medium Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers |
| Dimensions | 14.5"H x 9.1"W x 14"D (368.3 x 231.1 x 355.6 mm) | 9"H x 5.5"W x 7.6"D (228.6 x 139.7 x 193 mm) |
| Frequency Response | 38Hz-20kHz (-3dB) (Manufacturer specified) | 60 Hz-20 kHz (-3dB) (Manufacturer specified) |
| Inputs | Bluetooth, XLR, RCA Input, Digital Optical, Digital Coax, USB | TRS Balanced, RCA, Aux |
| Outputs | None | Headphone |
| Drivers | 6.5" (165mm) woofer | 4" (102mm) woofer, 1" silk dome tweeter |
| App | No | No |
| Bluetooth | Yes, 5.0 | No |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC, aptX HD | - |
| EQ | Yes (Room adjustment) | Yes (Monitor and Music modes) |
| DSP | No | - |
| Amplifier Power | 78w RMS Per Speaker | 42W RMS total (21W per speaker) |
| Weight | 29.8 lbs (13.5 kg) | 9.9 lbs (4.5 kg) |
| Discontinued | Yes | - |
| XLR Input | Yes | No |
| RCA Input | Yes | Yes |
| TRS Input | No | Yes |
| Optical Input | Yes | No |
| Coaxial Input | Yes | No |
| USB Input | Yes | No |
| HDMI Input | No | No |
| AES Input | No | No |
| Aux Input | No | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | - | 79Hz (measured, Erin's Audio Corner) |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | - | 59Hz (measured, Erin's Audio Corner) |
| Sensitivity | - | 78dB (measured at 0.3V/1m, Erin's Audio Corner) |
| Spinorama Preference Score | - | 3.25 |
| Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub | - | 6.00 |
| Headphone Output | - | Yes |
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The Two Speakers In Full
Edifier S3000Pro: $900 per pair Discontinued eBay
Pros: A convenient home-listening system with digital and analog input options, avoiding the need for a separate power amplifier. Its large cabinets and tone adjustments offer flexibility for a music-focused setup.
Cons: The substantial cabinet size requires more space than a typical desktop pair. High-resolution digital input support does not itself guarantee better sound. Discontinued.
Full Edifier S3000Pro review and specifications →
| AES Input | No |
|---|---|
| Amplifier Power | 78w RMS Per Speaker |
| App | No |
| Aux Input | No |
| Bluetooth | Yes, 5.0 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC, aptX HD |
| Coaxial Input | Yes |
| DSP | No |
| Dimensions | 14.5"H x 9.1"W x 14"D (368.3 x 231.1 x 355.6 mm) |
| Discontinued | Yes |
| Drivers | 6.5" (165mm) woofer |
| EQ | Yes (Room adjustment) |
| Frequency Response | 38Hz-20kHz (-3dB) (Manufacturer specified) |
| HDMI Input | No |
| Inputs | Bluetooth, XLR, RCA Input, Digital Optical, Digital Coax, USB |
| Optical Input | Yes |
| Outputs | None |
| RCA Input | Yes |
| TRS Input | No |
| USB Input | Yes |
| Weight | 29.8 lbs (13.5 kg) |
| XLR Input | Yes |
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Edifier MR4: $139.99 per pair Amazon eBay
Pros: Erin’s data supports a useful budget desktop monitor: a 3.0dB midrange span, little overall on-axis tilt, and preference scores of 3.25 standalone and 6.00 with an ideal subwoofer. Balanced TRS inputs and tone controls are practical at its price, and its response is more balanced than the measured R1280T. Measured bass extension of 79Hz (-3dB), with a measured sensitivity of 78dB.
Cons: Bass reaches -3dB around 79Hz, so deep extension should not be inferred from the overall flat trend. Listening-window response still has local irregularities, including lower-treble unevenness. The existing review reports rapidly increasing distortion and audible distress when pushed well above moderate desktop levels. No Bluetooth, and adding a subwoofer does not cure every output or tonal limitation.
Full Edifier MR4 review and specifications →
| AES Input | No |
|---|---|
| Amplifier Power | 42W RMS total (21W per speaker) |
| App | No |
| Aux Input | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | 59Hz (measured, Erin's Audio Corner) |
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | 79Hz (measured, Erin's Audio Corner) |
| Bluetooth | No |
| Coaxial Input | No |
| Dimensions | 9"H x 5.5"W x 7.6"D (228.6 x 139.7 x 193 mm) |
| Drivers | 4" (102mm) woofer, 1" silk dome tweeter |
| EQ | Yes (Monitor and Music modes) |
| Frequency Response | 60 Hz-20 kHz (-3dB) (Manufacturer specified) |
| HDMI Input | No |
| Headphone Output | Yes |
| Inputs | TRS Balanced, RCA, Aux |
| Optical Input | No |
| Outputs | Headphone |
| RCA Input | Yes |
| Sensitivity | 78dB (measured at 0.3V/1m, Erin's Audio Corner) |
| Spinorama Preference Score | 3.25 |
| Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub | 6.00 |
| TRS Input | Yes |
| USB Input | No |
| Weight | 9.9 lbs (4.5 kg) |
| XLR Input | No |
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