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product_id: 68605040
title: "R1280DB Powered Bluetooth Bookshelf Speakers - Optical Input - Wireless Studio Monitors - 4 Inch Near Field Speaker - 42W RMS - Wood Grain (Black)"
brand: "edifier"
price: "€ 239.59"
currency: EUR
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reviews_count: 4
category: "Edifier"
url: https://www.desertcart.ie/products/68605040-r1280db-powered-bluetooth-bookshelf-speakers-optical-input-wireless-studio-monitors
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region: Ireland
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# 10m Bluetooth range 42W RMS power On-board EQ controls R1280DB Powered Bluetooth Bookshelf Speakers - Optical Input - Wireless Studio Monitors - 4 Inch Near Field Speaker - 42W RMS - Wood Grain (Black)

**Brand:** edifier
**Price:** € 239.59
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎶 Elevate your space with sound that speaks success.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** R1280DB Powered Bluetooth Bookshelf Speakers - Optical Input - Wireless Studio Monitors - 4 Inch Near Field Speaker - 42W RMS - Wood Grain (Black) by edifier
- **How much does it cost?** € 239.59 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ie](https://www.desertcart.ie/products/68605040-r1280db-powered-bluetooth-bookshelf-speakers-optical-input-wireless-studio-monitors)

## Best For

- edifier enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted edifier brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Versatile Digital Inputs:** Optical, coaxial, and RCA inputs ensure lossless, multi-device compatibility for your home entertainment setup.
- • **Seamless Wireless Freedom:** Bluetooth connectivity with a stable 10-meter range lets you cut the cords without cutting quality.
- • **Studio-Grade Sound Precision:** Experience crystal-clear highs, warm mids, and balanced bass with 4-inch woofers and 13mm silk dome tweeters.
- • **Customizable Audio Experience:** Side panel bass and treble controls plus a handy remote put full tonal control at your fingertips.
- • **Timeless Design Meets Modern Tech:** Classic wood grain finish blends effortlessly with any décor while delivering powerful, noise-free sound.

## Overview

The Edifier R1280DB powered bookshelf speakers combine 42W RMS studio-quality sound with versatile wireless Bluetooth and digital inputs. Featuring 4-inch woofers, 13mm silk dome tweeters, and on-board EQ controls, these speakers deliver balanced, clear audio tailored to your taste. Their classic wood grain design complements any professional or home environment, while remote control and multiple input options make them the ultimate upgrade for millennial managers seeking both style and substance in their audio setup.

## Description

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Review: Great speakers for the price point - You can find Bluetooth bookshelf speakers for a lower price: don't. The Edifier R1280DB's are well worth $150. I tried a couple of cheaper speaker sets. There seems to be some sort of "bass fetish" currently in vogue. All the speakers I tired had a good deal of bass -- and nothing else. I like solid bass as much as the next guy, but I also like good treble and midrange -- kind of hard to hear things like vocals, guitars, violins, etc. without that upper part of the spectrum. The 1280DB's have good bass; they also have good mid- and upper range response. No, they're not going to sound like JBL K2 S9900's, but if you can afford those you're probably not shopping on desertcart anyway. For $150, the sound is great: solid bass, clear vocals, and some "life" in the upper range that I found lacking in cheaper speakers. * Volume won't knock your fillings out, but for a small set of bookshelf speakers it is more than adequate. Certainly blows rings around anything you can get directly out of most laptops or TVs. * Speaker/amplifier is very quiet in operation. I could detect no background hiss or other noise when between program material. * Bluetooth worked flawlessly. Paired instantly with every device I tried with it, did not drop connections, and latency was virtually unnoticeable. * One big plus of these speakers is that they actually have tone controls: treble and bass. A lot of Bluetooth speakers lack these, and they let you tailor the sound to your taste. * And this speaker pair can also be hard-wired to your stereo, computer, or TV, should you wish to go that route, rather than Bluetooth. * I could wish for a better (more sturdy) remote, and being able to remotely activate the tone controls would be handy, although not absolutely necessary. All in all, very happy with these. Recommended.
Review: Edifier R1280DB – The Speakers That Make Your Ears Smile - If sound had a personality, these speakers would be the life of the party—smooth, stylish, and always on point. The Edifier R1280DB doesn’t just play music; it curates an experience. With their classic wood finish and modern Bluetooth magic, they look like they belong in a cozy library but sound like they’re ready for a rooftop jam session. The audio? Crisp highs, warm mids, and bass that says, “I’m here, but I’m not trying to knock your pictures off the wall.” They’re the perfect balance—like a good friend who knows when to turn up and when to chill. Setup is a breeze, and the remote control means you can feel like a DJ without leaving the couch. Whether you’re streaming your favorite playlist or binge-watching shows, these speakers make everything sound better—because life’s too short for bad audio.

## Features

- BLUETOOTH WIRELESS - Popular classic bookshelf speakers now can be enjoyed without the hassle of wires. Simply connection to an iPhone, Android, Tablet, PC or Mac.
- STUDIO SOUND QUALITY - Naturally fine tuned sound reproduction from 4 inch bass and 13mm silk dome tweeter.
- OPTICAL AND COAXIAL INPUTS - Digital inputs to enable lossless connection to most TV and computers.
- REMOTE CONTROL - Adjust the volume and toggle inputs at your fingertips. Bass and treble control located on the side of main speaker.
- SIDE PANEL CONTROLS - Use the side panel knobs to adjust the EQ to your liking. The controls are located on the active/powered speaker.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B06XGG6MFV |
| Audio Driver Type | Dynamic Driver |
| Batteries | 1 CR2 batteries required. |
| Best Sellers Rank | #2,749 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #7 in Bookshelf Speakers |
| Bluetooth Range | 10 Meters |
| Color | Black |
| Compatible Devices | Desktop, Laptop, Smartphone, Tablet, Television |
| Control Method | Remote |
| Customer Package Type | Standard Packaging |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (3,547) |
| Date First Available | May 9, 2017 |
| Included Components | Remote, speakers |
| Indoor/Outdoor Usage | Indoor |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Is Waterproof | FALSE |
| Item Weight | 10.78 pounds |
| Item model number | R1280DB |
| Manufacturer | Edifier |
| Material | Wood |
| Maximum Range | 10 Meters |
| Model Name | R1280DB |
| Mounting Type | Floor Standing |
| Number of Batteries | 1 CR2 batteries required. |
| Number of Items | 2 |
| Number of Power Levels | 1 |
| Power Source | Corded Electric |
| Product Dimensions | 6.1"D x 8.4"W x 10"H |
| Recommended Uses For Product | For Music Players |
| Series Number | 1200 |
| Set Name | R1280DB Pair |
| Shape | rectangular prism |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio | 85 dB |
| Speaker Size | 4 Inches |
| Speaker Type | Bookshelf |
| Special Feature | on-board EQ controls, wireless connectivity, HD audio compatible, Qualcomm Bluetooth for stable connection, Wooden enclosure isolates acoustic resonance, Supports Bluetooth, Optical, Coaxial, and Dual RCA inputs, Sub-out output works with an external subwoofer, Front-facing bass reflex port punchy |
| Specific Uses For Product | Home Entertainment |
| Style | Classic |
| Subwoofer Connectivity Technology | Wireless |
| Subwoofer Diameter | 4 Inches |
| Surround Sound Channel Configuration | 2.0 |
| Tweeter Diameter | 13 Millimeters |
| UPC | 875674003059 |
| Warranty Type | Limited Warranty |
| Water Resistance Level | Not Water Resistant |
| Wireless Communication Technology | Bluetooth, Optical, Coaxial, and Dual RCA |
| Woofer Diameter | 4 Inches |

## Product Details

- **Audio Output Mode:** Stereo
- **Brand:** Edifier
- **Connectivity Technology:** Bluetooth, Optical, Coaxial, and Dual RCA
- **Frequency Response:** 20 KHz
- **Speaker Maximum Output Power:** 42 Watts

## Images

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## Questions & Answers

**Q: How long are all the cables included?**
A: 1.5M/4.9-feet optical cable 
1.7M/5.5-feet audio cables 
2.5M/8.2-feet speakers connection cable

**Q: what comes in the box**
A: 2 shelf speakers, about a 20 ft 2 cond wire from right to left speaker, a 120ac power cube and cables to provide power to the right speaker. A wireless remote control, and a manual.  I believe that to be the entire list, but I may have missed something small.  All of the electronics is in ghe right speaker. There are plugs on the right speaker to accept inputs from two audio inputs, spdif fiber, and coax audio.  You can select between these inputs or bluetooth with buttons on the remote control, as well as mute or power on/off the speakers.

**Q: do i need a built in pre-amp turntable for these?**
A: Yes, your turntable will need a preamp.

**Q: I bought this one.  Are there any product which can make it have better sound quality?**
A: If you want to pay an a and a leg for speakers, there may be better souning ones. I bought them for a bedroom system, not my main entertainment system. Flat screens used to have ok sound, but know due to the almost "framelss" style they are very bad These speakers, greatly enhanced the sound for my Samsung flat screen. I bought them because they had an optical input, which I needed as that is the only audio output on the tv.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great speakers for the price point
*by D***H on October 3, 2024*

You can find Bluetooth bookshelf speakers for a lower price: don't. The Edifier R1280DB's are well worth $150. I tried a couple of cheaper speaker sets. There seems to be some sort of "bass fetish" currently in vogue. All the speakers I tired had a good deal of bass -- and nothing else. I like solid bass as much as the next guy, but I also like good treble and midrange -- kind of hard to hear things like vocals, guitars, violins, etc. without that upper part of the spectrum. The 1280DB's have good bass; they also have good mid- and upper range response. No, they're not going to sound like JBL K2 S9900's, but if you can afford those you're probably not shopping on Amazon anyway. For $150, the sound is great: solid bass, clear vocals, and some "life" in the upper range that I found lacking in cheaper speakers. * Volume won't knock your fillings out, but for a small set of bookshelf speakers it is more than adequate. Certainly blows rings around anything you can get directly out of most laptops or TVs. * Speaker/amplifier is very quiet in operation. I could detect no background hiss or other noise when between program material. * Bluetooth worked flawlessly. Paired instantly with every device I tried with it, did not drop connections, and latency was virtually unnoticeable. * One big plus of these speakers is that they actually have tone controls: treble and bass. A lot of Bluetooth speakers lack these, and they let you tailor the sound to your taste. * And this speaker pair can also be hard-wired to your stereo, computer, or TV, should you wish to go that route, rather than Bluetooth. * I could wish for a better (more sturdy) remote, and being able to remotely activate the tone controls would be handy, although not absolutely necessary. All in all, very happy with these. Recommended.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Edifier R1280DB – The Speakers That Make Your Ears Smile
*by D***X on November 19, 2025*

If sound had a personality, these speakers would be the life of the party—smooth, stylish, and always on point. The Edifier R1280DB doesn’t just play music; it curates an experience. With their classic wood finish and modern Bluetooth magic, they look like they belong in a cozy library but sound like they’re ready for a rooftop jam session. The audio? Crisp highs, warm mids, and bass that says, “I’m here, but I’m not trying to knock your pictures off the wall.” They’re the perfect balance—like a good friend who knows when to turn up and when to chill. Setup is a breeze, and the remote control means you can feel like a DJ without leaving the couch. Whether you’re streaming your favorite playlist or binge-watching shows, these speakers make everything sound better—because life’s too short for bad audio.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great Audio at a Great Price!
*by R***T on July 17, 2025*

I have a set of R1850DB's that I have been using for many years now, and seeing as I have updated my gaming and typing desk setup, I wanted some new bookshelf speakers so that I could use the existing set for the living room TV. I wanted Edifier speakers again, since the previous set worked so well, sounded so good, and lasted a long time. These are sexy, simple, and one major plus is that the controls on the right speaker are on the side, instead of the back. No more having to stand up and reach behind the speaker to operate the controls. I know they have a remote but I prefer using the knobs and buttons... Now I can adjust what I need much easier (even though these come with a remote too :p) I think these sound great, and even though I am not an audiophile, I can find happiness in even a mediocre sound system (my car >,>.) At my desk, when I am watching videos, movies, and shows; or when I am gaming, I do enjoy a nice, premium sound, especially for the price. The main difference is the way the speakers connect. The previous set had a cable, this set has the speaker wire that has exposed copper to feed into the pinchy things that clamp down and secure them. I don't mind the wire that the set came with, but I wanted something prettier, so I bought some 16AWG speaker wire that looks nicer and cut it to length, which means I wont have excess either! I will be getting the T5 Edifier sub as well, that will be coming in this week. It is in no way a reflection of how I feel about the sound and depth of these speakers, I think they sound awesome as they are. I have never had a sub though, and adding the sub to my new setup is a way to try something more immersive especially for multimedia consumption and gaming! Overall, I can easily recommend these speakers. They look and sound awesome, and can get really loud and deeply heavy for bookshelf speakers. Nice, clear sound, and easy to use controls. I know that particularly in audio, there is such a wide range of preferences. Audio is highly subjective. It can also be extremely convoluted and confusing, regarding function, form, sound, connectivity and compatibility between different platforms, etc... In regards to this set of speakers and my limited knowledge of audio equipment, I can definitely say with confidence that they are extremely worth the price, and I would argue that most people would be perfectly happy with them! :)

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*Last updated: 2026-01-29*