Whaaaatttt?????? Lachlan and speakers! I love it! Keep it up, brother! We need classier speaker reviews.

@PassionforSound

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Randy! I'll see about doing a few more actives and studio monitors in 2022. Maybe we can compare notes on a few.

@BillyKueekSG

Жыл бұрын

Randy, He is full of surprises yeah? Lachlan reviews active speakers too. I am going to your reviews if the coming sound bar doesn’t satisfy me with music. I do feel very unfair that the Sont SCCS is so cheap in US but cost USD350 for a pair here when you guys get it for USD75 a pair

Lol…love that you super-charged them with the Hugo TT and M scaler!! Seriously, have been looking at these - or the more expensive pair with a sub out - with our TV for an entertainment setup. Your review and suggestions help enormously 🙏🏼

@PassionforSound

2 жыл бұрын

Glad it helped. They're an amazing speaker at the price

Wonderful, thorough review! Bought some today! XO

@PassionforSound

Жыл бұрын

Fantastic! Glad you liked the review. Enjoy your new speakers!

I had an older revision of these a few years ago before I went more upmarket with my desktop setup. Really good for the money.

I like the new, more cinematic kind of style. That's amazing to see on this channel

@PassionforSound

2 жыл бұрын

Glad you're enjoying it! A channel patron made a very generous donation that helped me buy an additional camera to help with the B-Roll.

excellent review - best set Ive seen so far

@PassionforSound

2 жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it!

Great audiophile review with ASMR bonus!

@PassionforSound

2 жыл бұрын

So glad you liked it! My son sleeps in the room next door to my office so for a while there I had to talk quietly. 🙂🙂

@coxric

2 жыл бұрын

@@PassionforSound I've been a subscriber for a while now and really appreciate your clear, no-frills reviews and descriptions. I'm an Ety guy myself with medium-cost amp and DAC, but it's interesting to learn about the many products out there!

@PassionforSound

2 жыл бұрын

Glad you're enjoying the channel, Richard. Thanks for your support!

Thanks for covering some monitors! I have two sets of monitors and have owned four in the past. Yamaha HS8, event 20/20 bas v3 (Aussie), Focal Solo 6 be , and Adam T7V. They offer a great mix of value and performance in near field or midfield for a smaller listening room environment.

@PassionforSound

2 жыл бұрын

I'm hoping to cover a few more actives and studio monitors in the future so I'll keep an eye out for those - thanks for the tips!

Happy New Year to Ya! Do you recommend these over the Micca PB42X? Really enjoyed your convo with CAM, specifically the discussion of your shared enthusiasm of the Verum One MKII sound quality, concur wholly. Looking forward to next years reviews. Cheers

@PassionforSound

2 жыл бұрын

I haven't tried the Miccas to comment - sorry! Glad you liked the interview. Happy New Year!

@kontrolenthusiast1099

2 жыл бұрын

@@PassionforSound Happy, Safe and Prosperous New Year! Oi Oi Oi!

Thanks for the review man... I got the speakers for my brother in law around this time last year... he really enjoys them and they are tonally as you mention... in setting them we raised the treble a little bit.. Would it be possible for you to measure the headphones? I was interested in them but could not find any measurements online.. if you do pls do it with anc on.. if not, no worries.. thank you

@PassionforSound

2 жыл бұрын

I'm not sure if I can measure the headphones, but I can tell you that they've actually become my preferred headphone for listening to audio books at night because they're tonally really well balanced (no nasty peaks, not overly boxy, etc.) The ANC is also very good.

Ordered the MU-603. Very curious about it after you mentioned it. Hopefully it will sound good with my iPhone and its basic aac bt functionality.

@PassionforSound

2 жыл бұрын

I like what I've seen and heard from it so far. Hope you enjoy it!

Hey man, awesome video! Been a long time subscriber of yours. just wanted to clarify - if i wanted to hook these up via BT to a BT-enabled turntable, I'd still need to plug these into a wall socket power source to power them right? As these dont function like normal BT speakers with in-built batteries? Cheers man!

@PassionforSound

2 ай бұрын

That's correct. No batteries in those. Thanks for watching and subscribing! 🙂🙂

Good value at just under £120 here in the UK (Amazon) and they also have a remote control. (video still available to non patrons as at 28/12 6pm GMT)

@PassionforSound

2 жыл бұрын

Yep, it's public release on this one now (my release dates are in Australian Eastern time so about 10-12 hours ahead US and Western Europe). Definitely a great value speaker. The remote had gone missing when I filmed this (since rediscovered), but it's definitely a nice handy feature.

The Edifier R1280DBs is the best neutral sounding entry level audiophile speakers for Vinyl playback, they have pleasant high and a good bass and more importantly the mid's come through quite well , so a good all rounder for all genre of music as well. Plug in a T5 subwoofer and can take it to the next level :)

Great review! you got me thinking about the idea of ​​plugging a good DAC into these boxes instead of using it plugged right into the motherboard's horrible onboard soundcard, sorry but I might end up extending myself a bit in these comments. I'm thinking of buying one of this for use on my desktop in the bedroom and using it with a Toppin E30 DAC, which in turn plugs into a very clean and very detailed linear power supply Allo Shanti. I was in doubt about the following questions and I think you can tell me more properly: 👇 1- Is there any possible negative effect on the sound if you plug these speakers into the DAC instead of directly on the auxiliary input of the motherboard? (because these were made to call in the simplest possible entry) 2 - The Topping E30 + Shanti together have a high level of detail, but these speakers by themselves don't have very detailed reproduction in the treble and deep bass, can't all this force the speakers a little and generate some harshness or distortion? or even leave fatiguing sound? (As I think the twiter don't have a high level of smoothness and refinement to deal with details)

@PassionforSound

2 жыл бұрын

I think your plan is a good one. The sound from the R1280s improved noticeably with a great DAC feeding them so there's no drawback feeding a better source than the motherboard and you may actually find the treble quality improves from the E30 compared to the motherboard output because there will be a degree of harshness coming from the motherboard itself

Hi, Great review. I'm undecided between a second hand Edifier1280T @50$ and a brand new 1280DS at 120$. I was going for the DS considering the BT but on seeing many reviews that the sound on the 1280T is better, just wondering if Im paying 70$ for nothing. I'm a casual listener and wanted them as bedside speakers to play from my phone or laptop so the DB with BT seemed to make sense. How do you think the sound compares between the two and which would you buy? Thanks in advance.

@PassionforSound

Жыл бұрын

I've only tried the DB and and can't say how the different models compare, but I'd always decide based on convenience for a casual listening setup like you've described. Better to be able to relax and enjoy rather than having to fiddle with cables.

@rasafoods2726

Жыл бұрын

@@PassionforSound Thanks for your kind reply. Bought the DB, can't wait to listen on it. Do continue the good work. All the best!

@PassionforSound

Жыл бұрын

Great! Enjoy 🙂🙂

Would you recommend this for connecting it To the TV via optical. I need a setup for movies and music.

@PassionforSound

2 жыл бұрын

They would work great for that I think

I bought a pair of the updated Edifier R1280DBs speakers, which are much better quality than the DB's, for my computer, i liked them so much i got a second pair to connect to my Echo Plus.

@PassionforSound

2 жыл бұрын

That's great news! Thanks for letting us know 🙂🙂

@Autotrope

2 жыл бұрын

In what way are they better, don't they just add a subwoofer output?

Hello Lachlan! I am taking a second look at this review. A chain of events took place starting with the retirement of our 12-year old 40” Sony FHD TV. I bought a Hisense U7H 75”, just ordered the LG S95QR for the movie nights with my family I am looking forward to. I have yet to test how this sound bar 9.1.5 system will do with music, specs stated it plays hi res over Airplay 2 but just in case…

@PassionforSound

Жыл бұрын

Often, devices designed for surround sound are pretty crappy for music because they struggle with imaging and creating a realistic soundstage. The Edifiers are definitely a nice, simple backup if you need a 2 channel system for music.

@BillyKueekSG

Жыл бұрын

@@PassionforSound, I watched lots of reviews, went into the detailed specs and spoke to those who own this LG flagship 9.1.5 system. Feedback was excellent and this system plays 24 bits/96 kHz. Seems like many sound bars are now getting really good. Was looking at the Sony HT-A7000 with SW5 sub and RS5 surround and feedback was mixed with many who told me they return it. Unfortunately here in Singapore, we can’t buy and return after we unbox or have used it if we are dissatisfied with the sound with exceptions only if the item is faulty. A few others reviewed to be excellent for both movies and music include the higher end Sonos system, Bose, B&W, Devialet, Sennheiser, Creative. I hope this works so I don’t have to buy another pair just for music.

@PassionforSound

Жыл бұрын

Good luck. Sounds like you've done all the due diligence. Hope you love the results

@BillyKueekSG

Жыл бұрын

@@PassionforSound thank you!

Have you tried the R980T edifier speakers? I was under the impression that the R1280db is just a bluetooth version of the R980t with a better built cabinet. I wonder if that's true.

@PassionforSound

2 жыл бұрын

I haven't tried them, but I had the same understanding about then bring basically the same

They look like they might be an improvement over your regular TV speakers. Do you have any experience with soundbars? I'm wondering how they would compare.

@PassionforSound

2 жыл бұрын

Definitely better than computer speakers. I have limited experience with soundbars (we have a Bose bar). I don't mind them for convenience, but they'll never match separates for music listening (or home theatre effects)

I almost bought these before getting my Adam t7v setup. They sound like good value, 100$ if you don't get the BT version. Pretty good for a budget setup. Will you start reviewing more power speakers?

@PassionforSound

2 жыл бұрын

I'm hoping to. I've got my eye on a pair of Tannoys that a patron recommended so maybe those and my KRKs will get a go in the first half of 2022. How do you like your T7Vs?

@BigJalapeno

2 жыл бұрын

@@PassionforSound after demoing the Adam t7v, krk g4, Yamaha hs7, and the pioneer equivalent, I preferred the Adams, I like how clear they are, every time I hear these I'm glad I chose these. Need to add a sub but neighbors worry me. Looking forward to more speaker reviews!

@PassionforSound

2 жыл бұрын

Sounds like I'll be5 to check out some Adams too!

Oh, down the rabbit hole, sorry black hole of speakers now!!!, wishing you all the best , merry Christmas 🎅 🎄 and a happy new year 🎉..

@PassionforSound

2 жыл бұрын

Merry Christmas to you too, Steve! I don't expect to do a lot of speaker reviews, but I'll sprinkle in a few actives and monitors to keep things interesting 🙂🎄🎄

hi...i am thinking about the same set up with the sub...how are you liking it ? good for movies ? or should i go with the 1850's......thx

@PassionforSound

7 ай бұрын

I haven't tried the 1850s and have moved over to passive speakers in my office. (Not sure if you directed this comment to me or another poster)

I'm actually curious about the Ananda Bluetooth sound compared to the wired Ananda

@PassionforSound

2 жыл бұрын

I'm yet to try the wireless Ananda, but I do have the new Deva Pro coming up soon...

I’ve been looking at the R1280T’s for my new desk setup. I wonder how they compare.

@PassionforSound

2 жыл бұрын

I believe the only difference is in the input options, the the drivers and amp should be the same I think

@AnindyaMitraDigitalStoryteller

2 жыл бұрын

@@PassionforSound My friend has the 1280Ts, it sounded balanced to me so I'm not sure that input options are the only difference between the T & Db. Maybe they tweaked the tuning?

@pauld4238

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the responses! Now I just gotta find a spot on my desk to put them when I order them.

@PassionforSound

2 жыл бұрын

The 1280DB isn't wildly coloured - it's just not "studio monitor flat". It's very easy to enjoy them straight from the box and/or with a slight adjustment of the treble or bass controls if needed

@PassionforSound

2 жыл бұрын

I know that feeling! Good luck!

Another question, I saw that the reviews almost 100% describe these speakers as great, it's a great cost-benefit, but the measurements seem a little bad (which doesn't exclude the possibility of the product sounding good, I think), you would say that there is a lot of coloration in the sound, or does it sound more natural?

@PassionforSound

2 жыл бұрын

I think they're quite coloured and it's why I discussed the fact that these aren't really studio monitors. Colouration in the sound is generally preferable for listening to music so you don't necessarily want a dead-flat sound forusic listening. I think these are great for the price for music listening.

@marcosr2

2 жыл бұрын

@@PassionforSound Nice! Did you hear this speaker for hours without getting too tired? I ask because at least from what I've experienced in speaker with this characteristic, it is a little saturation in the sound, at least that's what I understand as coloring, a kind of sharpening in the frequencies, according to Edifier this would be ''flat'', but researching better doesn't .

@PassionforSound

2 жыл бұрын

I didn't find them fatiguing if that's what you mean, but that will come down to the music, the tone settings and the volume level you listen at

@HayYel

Жыл бұрын

@@PassionforSound

@HayYel

Жыл бұрын

Bana eq eğrisinden bahsedebilir misiniz?

How many devices can Bluetooth support? 2 or more at the same time?? Thanks.

@PassionforSound

2 жыл бұрын

I didn't test that - sorry!

As owners of stax maybe edifier might send you some stax to review here's hoping 😀

@PassionforSound

2 жыл бұрын

I didn't realise they owned Stax. Better start building that relationship, hey?

Wonder how they would compare to more expensive Audioengine HD6...

@PassionforSound

2 жыл бұрын

I'm very new to reviewing active speakers so I can't answer that one yet.

Can you connect edifier t5 subs to edifier r1280db?

@PassionforSound

2 жыл бұрын

There's no audio output from the speakers IIRC so I don't think so.

This set caught my attention first but I dig deeper and came to know about S2000MKiii and S3000 Pro. And then there’s the Airpulse series

@PassionforSound

2 жыл бұрын

Yep, lots of options and I'm not much help with them yet...

@BillyKueekSG

2 жыл бұрын

@@PassionforSound Lachlan, you are already very active and keeping busy.

@PassionforSound

2 жыл бұрын

Doing my best 🙂🙂

@BillyKueekSG

2 жыл бұрын

I like that you respond to comments

@PassionforSound

2 жыл бұрын

I think it's really important. I've asked questions on videos from other channels and had no response so I know how disappointing it can be and aim to avoid that for my viewers wherever possible

Good review, ik EQ'd the snot out of them, and the can sound really good, clear and bright, but stock it's all about the bass... It's a shame

@PassionforSound

Жыл бұрын

I think it will depend on what people are looking for. I found them pretty enjoyable without tweaking, but they're also a long way from any walls in my setup.

As an audiophile, I base all my buys on audio performance - ahem, except when gear looks really cool. Edifies gear has often looked truly cool. These, IMHO, don’t. I expect my Adam Audio Artists are safe. A fine review though.

@PassionforSound

2 жыл бұрын

Haha. Nothing like a great sounding, cool looking device! I agree that these are fairly run-of-the-mill

Is this good for movies and gaming?

@PassionforSound

Жыл бұрын

I thought they were good for everything I tried them with. Obviously they won't have the bass for movies like a subwoofer can provide, but for regular audio, they're great for the price

Speakers ? Speakers ? Has the world gone mad ? Are cats and dogs living together ? I'm shocked, Lachlan. Shocked. I think I have to go lie down. Seriously, though, good job and I would happily see more.

@PassionforSound

2 жыл бұрын

Haha. It seems like everything is up in the air, doesn't it? 😁 Glad you liked the review. Hope to have a few more in 2022 (all active speakers though - passives and amps are still a step too far)

Does anyone know how these Edifier R1280DB compare with the Q Accoustics 2010i bookshelf sound wise?

@PassionforSound

Жыл бұрын

I can't help with that one yet - sorry

How to connect R1280DB with T5

@PassionforSound

2 жыл бұрын

Which T5 are you referring to, Kushal?

Frequency response show they go fairly flat down to about 60Hz which isn't bad for a cheap speaker.

@PassionforSound

2 жыл бұрын

They're pretty enjoyable for the price. I gather that you commenting here means you're a patron now? Welcome! I don't always know which patrons are which KZread viewers 🙂

@kyron42

2 жыл бұрын

@@PassionforSound thanks but it appears that anyone can comment on this video. So I'm not a patron yet. I actually have a lot more experience with speakers than with headphones so I'm interested in any speaker reviews you do.

@PassionforSound

2 жыл бұрын

Can I ask how you found the video? It's not meant to be public yet so I might have stuffed up somewhere

@kyron42

2 жыл бұрын

@@PassionforSound it was the only video in a playlist. I can't see the playlist anymore.

@PassionforSound

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks. I worked that out after I asked you. The video was unlisted so I could share it as early access with my channel patrons. It's not due for public release until 2nd January. I didn't realise that unlisted videos appear in playlists so you've helped me learn something new - thank you! Sorry to remove the video now, but it's important that patrons get the value they're entitled to 🙂

These are only like $130 Australian dollars right now! At that price I don't think I can afford *not* to get them!

@PassionforSound

2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely! Even my wife was upset when they left the house and she hates having extra boxes and wires anywhere

SPEAKERS! BLASPHEMY! hahahahah jk I love speakers. I will say though, just recently jumping on roon. I've only previously had one dac amp that had crossfeed settings and the crossfeed setting on roon has been very beneficial. But I will still remain 98% stereo listening.

@PassionforSound

2 жыл бұрын

Crossfeed can be very helpful! I'm like your opposite - 98% will remain headphone listening, but I hope to have a little more (active) speaker content in 2022

@mikegoddard7354

2 жыл бұрын

@@PassionforSound Yes, I am aware, it is because of our situations. I was in somewhat the same situation recently. But I had to break down barriers to get into a larger room in my house, which is a duplex. It's basically two houses in one dwelling, or whatever you wish to call it. My old room was right next to the neighbors so they would lose it when I played music at night, so I would always turn to headphones at night. Now I am on the complete opposite end of the house I can play stereo all day and night without disturbing any occupants in my residence or another. Changes!

@PassionforSound

2 жыл бұрын

Nice! Glad you got your setup working for you!

It would be much more reliable if we can hear them how they sound, not just talking about them..

@PassionforSound

2 жыл бұрын

You'd be hearing how they sound in my room via my microphone, my interface, KZread's compression, your DAC and then your amp, headphones and/or speakers and room. Not particularly helpful...

If you can save up for these, you can save up for a renown brand that is trustworthy and experienced. No way I'm going to send my money to China where knock-off counterfeit engineering is overwhelming. There will be shortcuts made to make it affordable, as in cheap capacitors that will likely pop more often than a brand who starts with quality parts. It's the principal of quality I'm after, not cheapness. Hell, even the diaphragms look like they were cutout with scissors, lol. Folks, just wait for another paycheck before spending your hard earned cash on better speakers.

@PassionforSound

Жыл бұрын

I think you're making a lot of generalisations here. I agree that spending more will absolutely get you better speakers, but these are great for what they are and what you pay

@justinsane3909

Жыл бұрын

@@PassionforSound Of course I'm generalizing. I'm generally saying low-priced products from China are terrible. As a consumer, just how desperate are you to pay for these?? You can't wait and add another $100 to get something better? Do you need these speakers in an hour? Give your head a shake. I blame companies like Amazon and reviewers like you for even giving these duds attention.

the earphones are garbage so is the speaker this guy is not being honest

@PassionforSound

Жыл бұрын

I think maybe you're expecting too much for the price. Is there a speaker for the same or less that is clearly better?

The sound of you speaking is so unrealistic for sitting in a room and way to much edited, I find it really distracting from what you're saying.

It seems you are only moving your lips and a modulated amplifier is talking. Terrible.

The video, which will take a maximum of 10 minutes, lasted 18 minutes with unnecessary verbiage. the content is weak compared to the duration, also everyone has a job, don't make such long videos.

@PassionforSound

Жыл бұрын

Some people specifically want all the information that you say is unnecessary. This is a very selfish and disrespectful comment