Edifier R1280DB Review: Ranked #68 of 76

Last updated: October 5, 2026

The Edifier R1280DB ranks #68 out of 76 total Medium Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers for sound quality. See all Powered Home rankings for every top pick.

Brand: Edifier

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Edifier R1280DB - ranked #68 of 76 Medium Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers · Editor's rating 3.1/5
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Pros: Optical/coaxial inputs and Bluetooth add practical flexibility over the analog R1280T, while remote and tone controls simplify everyday listening. It is a convenient inexpensive stereo system rather than a separate amplifier-and-speaker setup. Measured bass extension of 63Hz (-3dB).

Cons: The compact format is better suited to nearfield listening than high-volume playback across a large room. Basic tone controls offer less flexibility than parametric equalization.

How it compares: Just above it: Midiplus MI5 II V2 - 40W less output power. Just below it: Edifier R1280T - $40 cheaper.

AES InputNo
Amplifier Power42w RMS Total
AppNo
Aux InputNo
Bass Extension (-10dB)53.2Hz (derived, log-interpolated between spinorama.org -9dB/-12dB points)
Bass Extension (-3dB)63Hz (measured, Audio Science Review) - shares the R1280T driver and cabinet; read from that measurement
BluetoothYes
Bluetooth CodecsSBC (inferred; additional codecs unverified)
Bluetooth Version5.1
Coaxial InputYes
Dimensions9.2”H x 5.7”W x 7.7”D (233.7 x 144.8 x 195.6 mm)
Drivers4” (102mm) woofer
EQNo
Frequency Response55 Hz-20 kHz (-3dB) (Manufacturer specified)
HDMI InputNo
InputsBluetooth, 2x RCA Input, Digital Optical, Digital Coax
Optical InputYes
OutputsNone
RCA InputYes
TRS InputNo
USB InputNo
Weight10.8 lbs (4.9 kg)
XLR InputNo
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