Edifier Remains mostly the Goat \\ R1280T / DB

Summary

In this video, the reviewer discusses Edifier's 1280T speakers, comparing them to the DB and DBS models. They mention purchasing the speakers for $100 during Prime Day and praise their performance, especially considering the price. The reviewer highlights the speakers' features, including RCA inputs, a digital volume knob, and bass and treble controls. They critique the speakers' aesthetics but appreciate the removable grills that improve their appearance. The review also covers the included remote's functionality and the speaker's sound quality, recommending them as a solid option for the price.

Takeaways

• 🎧 The speaker in review is an Edifier model, specifically the 1280T's, which are part of a series that includes the DB 1280 and 1280 DBS variants.
• 💰 The speaker was purchased for $100 during a sale, like Prime Day, and interestingly, remains priced the same post-sale due to a $20 coupon.
• 🔍 The 'DB' variant has digital inputs, which is hinted to be the reason behind the 'D' in 'DB'. The 'B' and 'T' are not explained.
• 🏡 The speaker was considered as an alternative to the Swan OS 10s, which are not regularly available on Amazon, prompting the reviewer to look for options that fit a similar niche.
• 🔌 It has RCA inputs and includes two sets of RCA cables, allowing for flexibility in speaker arrangement.
• 📢 The speaker claims to deliver 46 watts per channel and includes controls for bass and treble, which are analog knobs with a smooth feel.
• 👎 The speaker's design is criticized as being one of the ugliest the reviewer has seen, with an asymmetrical front port and an unappealing overall aesthetic.
• 🎚️ The remote control for the speaker is described as 'terrible' but 'interesting', with shiny plastic and narrow functionality for volume control.
• 🎵 The speaker has a 3D sound DSP feature that the reviewer finds surprisingly good, especially for a $100 speaker system.
• 🔗 The speaker comes with a basic wire that can be replaced for longer distances or routing, offering flexibility in setup.
• 🌟 The speaker has received high ratings on Amazon, with thousands of reviews averaging at 4.6 stars, indicating strong customer satisfaction.

Q & A

What are the different models of Edifier speakers mentioned in the script?

The script mentions Edifier 1280 T's, DB 1280 DB, and 1280 DBS speakers.

What is the significance of the 'T', 'DB', and 'DBS' in the speaker model names?

The 'T' in the model name refers to the speakers without digital inputs. The 'DB' indicates the presence of digital inputs, and 'DBS' might be a variation of 'DB', but it's not clear from the script what the 'S' stands for.

What was the purchase price of the speakers during Prime Day?

The speakers were purchased for $100 during Prime Day, and the price remained the same after Prime Day due to a $20 coupon.

What is the issue with the Swan OS 10s mentioned in the script?

The Swan OS 10s are described as being like Schrodinger's cat, existing and not existing at the same time because they are not regularly available on Amazon.

What are the features of the Edifier 1280 T's speakers?

The Edifier 1280 T's speakers have RCA inputs, two sets of RCA inputs, a hardwired power cable, a digital volume knob, a mute button, bass and treble knobs, and a front port.

How do the speakers perform in terms of bass?

The speakers try hard to do low-end and succeed, but the bass is accompanied by a lot of air being thrown out of the front port, especially when the bass is high.

What is the aesthetic issue with the speakers according to the script?

The speakers are described as the ugliest the reviewer has ever seen, with an asymmetrical design and an unappealing front port.

What is the purpose of the grills with a metal strip mentioned in the script?

The grills with a metal strip are meant to cover the speakers and improve their appearance, giving them a more classy look.

What are the remote control features of the Edifier 1280 T's speakers?

The remote control has power, volume up and down, mute, and undefined buttons that are not functional for the speaker but can be programmed for other devices.

What is the 3D sound DSP feature of the speakers?

The 3D sound DSP feature provides a different listening experience that doesn't give a centered image like normal speakers but blends well in a room or for TV use.

What is the reviewer's final opinion on the Edifier 1280 T's speakers?

The reviewer is impressed with the speakers' performance for the price, considering them a good value and recommending them, despite their appearance.