Short answer: the Focal Alpha 50 EVO for the higher ranking, the Presonus Eris E5 for the lower price. The Focal Alpha 50 EVO ranks #6 of 24 powered bookshelf speakers at $314. The Presonus Eris E5 ranks #10 at $109.99, $204.01 cheaper.
The case for the Focal Alpha 50 EVO: More neutral than the great HS5.
Buy the Focal Alpha 50 EVO if the ranking matters more than the price. Buy the Presonus Eris E5 if the price matters more than the ranking.
Specifications Side By Side
| Focal Alpha 50 EVO | Presonus Eris E5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $314.00 | $109.99 |
| Ranked | #6 of 24 in Medium Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers | #10 of 24 in Medium Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers |
| Dimensions | 12.2"H x 9.0"W x 9.4"D (309.9 x 228.6 x 238.8 mm) | 10.2"H x 7.0"W x 7.7"D (259.1 x 177.8 x 195.6 mm) |
| Frequency Response | 45 Hz - 22 kHz (+-3 dB) (Manufacturer specified) | 53Hz - 22kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| Inputs | XLR, TRS, RCA | TRS, XLR, RCA |
| Weight | 13.2 lbs / 6.0 kg each | 10.1 lbs / 4.6 kg each |
| Drivers | 5" (127mm) woofer | 5" (127mm) woofer |
| App | No | No |
| Bluetooth | No | No |
| EQ | Yes (Room adjustment) | Yes (Room adjustment) |
| Output Power | 60w Per Speaker | 80w Per Speaker |
The Two Speakers In Full
Focal Alpha 50 EVO: $314.00 Amazon
Pros: More neutral than the great HS5
| App | No |
|---|---|
| Bluetooth | No |
| Dimensions | 12.2"H x 9.0"W x 9.4"D (309.9 x 228.6 x 238.8 mm) |
| Drivers | 5" (127mm) woofer |
| EQ | Yes (Room adjustment) |
| Frequency Response | 45 Hz - 22 kHz (+-3 dB) (Manufacturer specified) |
| Inputs | XLR, TRS, RCA |
| Output Power | 60w Per Speaker |
| Weight | 13.2 lbs / 6.0 kg each |
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Presonus Eris E5: $109.99 Amazon
Cons: More HiFi sounding than the HS5 and not quite as detailed, although with deeper bass and a more fun listen.
| App | No |
|---|---|
| Bluetooth | No |
| Dimensions | 10.2"H x 7.0"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) |
| Inputs | TRS, XLR, RCA |
| Output Power | 80w Per Speaker |
| Weight | 10.1 lbs / 4.6 kg each |
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