Short answer: the Palmer STUDIMON 5. It ranks #68 of 108 powered bookshelf speakers by sound quality, rated 3.6/5, at $599.98. The Edifier R2000DB ranks #80, rated 3.3/5, at $299.99, $299.99 cheaper, which does not close the gap in sound quality.
The Palmer STUDIMON 5 is the better-sounding choice. A plain compact studio monitor with balanced XLR and TRS inputs that fits easily into a home studio setup. Watch for: The trace spans 4.0dB from 300Hz to 5kHz and estimates -3dB bass around 80Hz, with local irregularities despite the level overall trend.
What the Edifier R2000DB does well: A simple powered stereo pair with Bluetooth, two analog inputs and optical for desktop or living room listening. The catch: Listening impressions suggest a midrange-forward presentation.
Buy the Palmer STUDIMON 5. It is rated higher for sound quality, and the $299.99 you would save on the Edifier R2000DB does not close the gap.
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Specifications Side By Side
| Palmer STUDIMON 5 | Edifier R2000DB | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $599.98 per pair | $299.99 per pair |
| Ranked | #68 of 108 in Medium Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers | #80 of 108 in Medium Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers |
| Enclosure | 2-way active, rear-ported | - |
| Drivers | 0.75” soft-dome tweeter, 5” woofer | 5” (127mm) woofer |
| Dimensions | 10.6H x 7.5W x 8.5D in | 11.3”H x 7.5”W x 9.5”D (285.8 x 190.5 x 241.3 mm) |
| Weight | 8.6 lbs (3.9 kg) each | 17.4 lbs (7.9 kg) |
| Amplifier Power | 60W each (30W LF, 30W HF) | 60w RMS Per Speaker |
| Inputs | Balanced XLR and 1/4” TRS | Bluetooth, 2x RCA Input, Digital Optical |
| Country | Germany (design) | - |
| Spinorama Preference Score | 3.48 | - |
| Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub | 6.37 | - |
| XLR Input | Yes | No |
| RCA Input | No | Yes |
| TRS Input | Yes | No |
| Optical Input | No | Yes |
| Coaxial Input | No | No |
| USB Input | No | No |
| HDMI Input | No | No |
| AES Input | No | No |
| Aux Input | No | No |
| Bluetooth | No | Yes |
| Frequency Response | 70Hz - 20kHz (-3dB) (Manufacturer specified) | 55Hz-40kHz (-3dB) (Manufacturer specified) |
| App | - | No |
| Bluetooth Codecs | - | SBC |
| EQ | - | No |
| Bluetooth Version | - | 4.0 |
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