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product_id: 187941198
title: "R1280T Powered Bookshelf Speakers, 2.0 Active Near Field Studio Monitor Speaker, Wooden Enclosure, 42W RMS Power, Black"
brand: "edifier"
price: "฿31122"
currency: THB
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reviews_count: 13
category: "Edifier"
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region: Thailand
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# 42W RMS Power Classic wooden enclosure Dual RCA + AUX inputs R1280T Powered Bookshelf Speakers, 2.0 Active Near Field Studio Monitor Speaker, Wooden Enclosure, 42W RMS Power, Black

**Brand:** edifier
**Price:** ฿31122
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎶 Elevate your sound game — because your space deserves speakers as sharp as you are!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** R1280T Powered Bookshelf Speakers, 2.0 Active Near Field Studio Monitor Speaker, Wooden Enclosure, 42W RMS Power, Black by edifier
- **How much does it cost?** ฿31122 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.th](https://www.desertcart.co.th/products/187941198-r1280t-powered-bookshelf-speakers-2-0-active-near-field-studio)

## 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 Dual Inputs:** Seamlessly switch between TV, PC, or gaming consoles without missing a beat.
- • **Timeless Wooden Design:** Sleek, compact bookshelf speakers that blend style with superior acoustic performance.
- • **Powerful 42W RMS Output:** Feel every beat with room-filling sound that elevates your workspace or living room.
- • **Remote Control Convenience:** Adjust volume and settings effortlessly from anywhere in the room, because your comfort matters.
- • **Crystal Clear Audio Clarity:** Experience pristine highs and punchy bass with minimal distortion, perfect for audiophiles on a budget.

## Overview

The Edifier R1280T powered bookshelf speakers deliver 42W RMS of dynamic stereo sound through a stylish wooden enclosure. Featuring dual RCA and AUX inputs, these compact speakers offer versatile connectivity for TV, PC, and gaming setups. With precise treble and bass control, remote operation, and a sleek design, they provide audiophile-quality sound at an unbeatable price point, making them the perfect upgrade for professionals craving immersive audio without breaking the bank.

## Description

Product Description Stunning bookshelf speakers with uncompromising sound The R1280T is an Active powered bookshelf speaker system with 42w RMS total power output. Active speakers have a built in amplifier so no need for any other equipment, meaning you are ready to go in no time at all without the headache of lots of cables, simply connect your turntable, PC or other source and away you go. The key features of R1280T Active 2.0 Studio speaker system 42w RMS of music power Dual RCA inputs 4-inch bass driver and a calibrated, flared bass reflex port Dimensions: 146mm x 234mm x 196mm (WxHxD) 5.75in x 9.5in x 7in (WxHxD) Complete with all cables required to connect to your PC, Mac or Turntable Designed to inspire The R1280T powered bookshelf speakers have combined a retro look with a modern sense of audio quality. If you’re looking for affordable and versatile bookshelf speakers with uncompromising sound the R1280T bookshelf speakers is your go-to 2.0 speaker system. Featuring a 4-inch bass driver and a calibrated, flared bass reflex port, this bookshelf speaker system delivers robust, rich bass notes that are full of presence and depth. You will be amazed by the faithful sound production and performance of the R1280T. Connectivity flexibility The R1280T's are housed in 100% medium-density fibreboard (MDF), which means they are built to resist resonance. On the back of the active speaker you will find the dual stereo line-in ports, to hook up your PC,TV or Turntable, assuming your turntable has a built in phono pre-amp. The speakers come with all cables you will potentially need to enjoy your music right out of the box. Controls at your fingertips The R1280T can be controlled either by the included wireless remote control or the ergonomic knobs on the side panel of the active speaker. Treat yourself today, sit back and look forward to years of listening pleasure, just as you would expect from Edifier. Available in a choice of Black Wood, Maple Wood or White.

Review: Audiophile Quality at £100? Oh yes indeed... - I finally did it! After numerous false starts and some encounters with some truly awful speakers, I arrived at the Edifier R1280T powered speakers. And I'm glad I did. But I *MUST* credit the Customer Reviews - they calmed and reassured me that I was making a good purchase. Let's start at the beginning. I have a set up where the SmartTV creates the "front" sound, and powered speakers at the back. So the sound from a good Blu-ray or UHD film on desertcart Prime sounds incredible - even though it's only 2.0 through four speakers. The back ones do more than just films though. They are connected to my (recently purchased) Majority Fitzwilliam sound system, and I can mix the sound to my liking - especially when playing Fallout 4 on the PlayStation. You NEED a good soundtrack for that! I've been using a pair of Creative T40 speakers that I purchased from desertcart about fifteen years ago - and I got a good deal at the time! They performed superbly, and they owe me nothing after a decade and a half of faultless performance; but after investing my Chrimbo desertcart vouchers in the Fitz, it was time to get a set that not only were more powerful - the T40s unbelievably were a mere 20W, whilst the R1280Ts are rated 42W - but also contain modern technology, they're sleeker and look nice on a shelf, and (hopefully) would produce better quality sound. It honestly was a proper annoyance trying to find speakers that didn't have the equivalent of a bit of string connecting them together - such are the joys of the sub £200 audiophile searches! Thus I ordered the speakers and five metres of jolly good cable to connect R to L. It was worth it! I tried it out (although it was quite late at night, so the volume couldn't go very high!) with "Journey of The Sorcerer" by The Eagles via Spotify, specifically because there are high treble notes and booming bass. Incredible sound! I was immediately hit with this beautifully clean audio. There was no hiss, no distortion, no "holding back". The treble and bass don't interfere with each other, and the clarity is mind blowing. I know it's the first night and everything, but after the test, I let the SmartTV sound play, and my wife's gaming sounded better than ever. In conclusion, if you're looking for quality audio on a tight budget, then a set of Edifier R1280Ts will deliver quality sound without having to smash too many piggy banks! NB: I always think of "the supplied cables" as a "Starter Pack" - just to test the equipment. If you can, replace them with quality cabling as soon as you can. You WILL notice the difference. Check out my review of the speaker cable I used to replace the nasty one that came with the speakers, and definitely upgrade to something like that.
Review: Overall, I'm very pleased with my purchase and think that these speakers provide a lot of bang for one's buck. - I hummed and hawed between these and Microlab's B77 speakers because whilst the Microlabs probably shade the Edifiers on quality of sound, the Edifiers are a bit smaller and around £20 cheaper. In the end, their size won out because I have limited space. It's also nice that they allow for two inputs, which is exactly what I wanted - one from a TV and the other from my PC. You can play both sources simultaneously if you wish, not that I have any need for that. They replace a pair of bog standard rather plasticky speakers I've had for a long time, and they're MUCH better sounding. I myself don't like very heavy bass and so have set it at minimum. Even so, it's tight and punchy, more than adequate for my rather small room. I have the treble set at near maximum because that happens to suit me -- maybe because I'm no spring chicken. But the good thing is that even at maximum, the treble doesn't become at all tinny. I also like that they sound good on their side, with the tweeters on the outside left and right, as this creates more clearance above them on the shelf where I have to put them. In fact, I find they sound better that way in my set up than they do upright. There's good separation between instrumental sounds: bass, midrange and treble don't sound muddled. The bass actually plays tunes well, even when there are several going on at the same time, and I can still effortlessly pick out midrange and treble registers. These speakers certainly get your foot tapping, even though they're not strictly hi-fi. They sound amazingly good for the price and their size. I also find that the grills don't seem to alter the sound much, which is good because I'm always worried about the long-term effect of sunlight on the drivers -- with one set of hi-fi speakers I once had, after a few years the driver surrounds practically rotted away because I never used the grills. Overall, I'm very pleased with my purchase and think that these speakers provide a lot of bang for one's buck. Maybe the Microlabs would have been just that bit better, but like I said, it was all a question of size and to a somewhat lesser extent, price. There's a direct comparison of the two on YouTube if you can't decide yourself -- pretty much everyone seems to be agreed that the choice is between the two. If you have the space and the extra £20, maybe the Microlabs would suit you better, but I doubt you'd be disappointed with the Edifiers. Edit: now I've had them a bit longer, I want to say something else. I don't know why it is, but with these speakers, for the first time I'm HEARING words to songs I never really paid much attention to in the past, always having been someone attracted to tunes more than words. This has formerly been the case, even with true hi-fi speakers. But now, quite without any effort to listen, the words are registering with me, and this is significantly enhancing my audio experience. It's quite uncanny, and I have no idea why it should be so. It's as if they have a weird ability to cause me to HEAR rather than actively try to LISTEN, which I've always had to do in the past. No other speakers have ever achieved this, and it makes them, for me, all the more special.

## Features

- R1280TBK
- Model Number: R1280T-BK
- Colour: black

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B082DH3SJ6 |
| Antenna Location | For computers |
| Audio Driver Size | 8 Millimetres |
| Audio Driver Type | Dynamic Driver |
| Audio Output Mode | Stereo |
| Audio output mode | Stereo |
| Best Sellers Rank | 22,647 in Electronics & Photo ( See Top 100 in Electronics & Photo ) 78 in Bookshelf Hi-Fi Speakers |
| Box Contents | Pair of Edifier R1280T 2.0 speakers, infrared remote control, audio cable (RCA), 3.5 mm jack (AUX) |
| Brand | Edifier |
| Brand Name | Edifier |
| Colour | Black |
| Compatible Devices | Television, Desktop, MP3 Player, Office Computer |
| Connectivity Protocol | RCA, Auxiliary, Bluetooth |
| Connectivity technology | Auxiliary , RCA |
| Control Method | Remote |
| Controller Type | Remote Control |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Customer Package Type | Standard packaging |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 5,341 Reviews |
| EU Spare Part Availability Duration | 7 Years |
| Enclosure Material | Faux Leather |
| Frequency Response | 52 Hz |
| Frequency response | 52 Hz |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 06923520268191 |
| Impedance | 4 Ohms |
| Input Voltage | 3 Volts |
| Input voltage | 3 Volts |
| Is Waterproof | TRUE |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 44D x 30W x 19H centimetres |
| Item Type Name | Active shelf speaker |
| Item Weight | 4.9 Kilograms |
| MP3 player | No |
| Manufacturer | Edifier |
| Maximum Speaker Output Power (in watts) | 21 Watts |
| Model Name | R1280T |
| Model Number | R1280T |
| Mounting Type | Tabletop Mount |
| Network Connectivity Technology | Auxiliary, RCA |
| Number Of Circuits | 2 |
| Number of Audio Channels | 2.0 |
| Number of Batteries | 1 Lithium Metal batteries required. (included) |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Power Source | Corded Electric |
| Product Features | Portable, USB Port |
| Product Warranty | 2 year manufacturer |
| Series Number | 1280 |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio | 85 dB |
| Speaker Size | 10.16 Centimetres |
| Speaker Type | Bookshelf, Multimedia |
| Speaker maximum output power | 21 Watts |
| Specific Uses For Product | Office, mobile devices, TV, studio |
| Subwoofer Connectivity Technology | Wired |
| Subwoofer Speaker Diameter | 4 Inches |
| Tweeter Diameter | 8 Millimetres |
| Unit Count | 1.0 count |
| Warranty Type | Limited |
| Water Resistance Level | Not Water Resistant |
| Wireless Technology Type | Bluetooth |
| Woofer Driver Diameter | 1 Inches |

## Product Details

- **Audio output mode:** Stereo
- **Brand:** Edifier
- **Connectivity technology:** Auxiliary, RCA
- **Frequency response:** 52 Hz
- **Input voltage:** 3 Volts
- **Material:** Faux Leather
- **Model name:** R1280T
- **Mounting type:** Tabletop Mount
- **Speaker maximum output power:** 21 Watts
- **Speaker type:** Bookshelf, Multimedia

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Color, Style** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Does this have a 3.5mm connection to connect to my computer monitor?**
A: The speakers come with a number of cables for connecting devices, including a 3.5mm to RCA cable you can use to connect a headphone jack to the speakers.

**Q: Does this speaker have a phono preamp asbi want to use it dorect with a retro tecord player?**
A: If it's a moving magnet cartridge then you'll probably be fine, but input sensitivity is 750mV so you could check your turntable specs to be sure. Worst case you could pick up a cheap head-amp. 

I have an old but decent Bluetooth DAC stuck to the back with Velcro and these speakers sound a lot better than I expected for the money

**Q: Can I use these speakers with a CD player?**
A: These speakers have RCA (phono) line, coaxial and optical inputs so as long as your CD player has any of these outputs then yes.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Audiophile Quality at £100? Oh yes indeed...
*by R***N on 23 February 2025*

I finally did it! After numerous false starts and some encounters with some truly awful speakers, I arrived at the Edifier R1280T powered speakers. And I'm glad I did. But I *MUST* credit the Customer Reviews - they calmed and reassured me that I was making a good purchase. Let's start at the beginning. I have a set up where the SmartTV creates the "front" sound, and powered speakers at the back. So the sound from a good Blu-ray or UHD film on Amazon Prime sounds incredible - even though it's only 2.0 through four speakers. The back ones do more than just films though. They are connected to my (recently purchased) Majority Fitzwilliam sound system, and I can mix the sound to my liking - especially when playing Fallout 4 on the PlayStation. You NEED a good soundtrack for that! I've been using a pair of Creative T40 speakers that I purchased from Amazon about fifteen years ago - and I got a good deal at the time! They performed superbly, and they owe me nothing after a decade and a half of faultless performance; but after investing my Chrimbo Amazon vouchers in the Fitz, it was time to get a set that not only were more powerful - the T40s unbelievably were a mere 20W, whilst the R1280Ts are rated 42W - but also contain modern technology, they're sleeker and look nice on a shelf, and (hopefully) would produce better quality sound. It honestly was a proper annoyance trying to find speakers that didn't have the equivalent of a bit of string connecting them together - such are the joys of the sub £200 audiophile searches! Thus I ordered the speakers and five metres of jolly good cable to connect R to L. It was worth it! I tried it out (although it was quite late at night, so the volume couldn't go very high!) with "Journey of The Sorcerer" by The Eagles via Spotify, specifically because there are high treble notes and booming bass. Incredible sound! I was immediately hit with this beautifully clean audio. There was no hiss, no distortion, no "holding back". The treble and bass don't interfere with each other, and the clarity is mind blowing. I know it's the first night and everything, but after the test, I let the SmartTV sound play, and my wife's gaming sounded better than ever. In conclusion, if you're looking for quality audio on a tight budget, then a set of Edifier R1280Ts will deliver quality sound without having to smash too many piggy banks! NB: I always think of "the supplied cables" as a "Starter Pack" - just to test the equipment. If you can, replace them with quality cabling as soon as you can. You WILL notice the difference. Check out my review of the speaker cable I used to replace the nasty one that came with the speakers, and definitely upgrade to something like that.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Overall, I'm very pleased with my purchase and think that these speakers provide a lot of bang for one's buck.
*by M***N on 7 June 2018*

I hummed and hawed between these and Microlab's B77 speakers because whilst the Microlabs probably shade the Edifiers on quality of sound, the Edifiers are a bit smaller and around £20 cheaper. In the end, their size won out because I have limited space. It's also nice that they allow for two inputs, which is exactly what I wanted - one from a TV and the other from my PC. You can play both sources simultaneously if you wish, not that I have any need for that. They replace a pair of bog standard rather plasticky speakers I've had for a long time, and they're MUCH better sounding. I myself don't like very heavy bass and so have set it at minimum. Even so, it's tight and punchy, more than adequate for my rather small room. I have the treble set at near maximum because that happens to suit me -- maybe because I'm no spring chicken. But the good thing is that even at maximum, the treble doesn't become at all tinny. I also like that they sound good on their side, with the tweeters on the outside left and right, as this creates more clearance above them on the shelf where I have to put them. In fact, I find they sound better that way in my set up than they do upright. There's good separation between instrumental sounds: bass, midrange and treble don't sound muddled. The bass actually plays tunes well, even when there are several going on at the same time, and I can still effortlessly pick out midrange and treble registers. These speakers certainly get your foot tapping, even though they're not strictly hi-fi. They sound amazingly good for the price and their size. I also find that the grills don't seem to alter the sound much, which is good because I'm always worried about the long-term effect of sunlight on the drivers -- with one set of hi-fi speakers I once had, after a few years the driver surrounds practically rotted away because I never used the grills. Overall, I'm very pleased with my purchase and think that these speakers provide a lot of bang for one's buck. Maybe the Microlabs would have been just that bit better, but like I said, it was all a question of size and to a somewhat lesser extent, price. There's a direct comparison of the two on YouTube if you can't decide yourself -- pretty much everyone seems to be agreed that the choice is between the two. If you have the space and the extra £20, maybe the Microlabs would suit you better, but I doubt you'd be disappointed with the Edifiers. Edit: now I've had them a bit longer, I want to say something else. I don't know why it is, but with these speakers, for the first time I'm HEARING words to songs I never really paid much attention to in the past, always having been someone attracted to tunes more than words. This has formerly been the case, even with true hi-fi speakers. But now, quite without any effort to listen, the words are registering with me, and this is significantly enhancing my audio experience. It's quite uncanny, and I have no idea why it should be so. It's as if they have a weird ability to cause me to HEAR rather than actively try to LISTEN, which I've always had to do in the past. No other speakers have ever achieved this, and it makes them, for me, all the more special.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent Budget Amplified Speakers, High Quality For The Price...
*by B***S on 20 August 2018*

You will be hard pressed to find a better amplified speaker at this price, and build quality; I am a retired electronics engineer having worked with audio and radio frequency equipment in commercial and broadcast companies, so I think I recognise a good product in todays world for the domestic market. The sound quality is very good with a range to cover most of the HI-Fi audio band, you have the option to adjust tonal levels as well, and get two inputs... one AUX line in & one PC computer line in; each have different level signals input, and the only thing to consider is how your going to use it ! Basically the AUX line in, is for a Line level output signal around 550mV = millivolts peak to peak just over half a volt, this means you need a pre-amp if your going to use it for a record-phono reproduction, and with the pre-amp you also need the required RIAA equalisation for records; normally in the designed for record pre-amps will have the RIAA as standard design. Okay then, other options is a mixer control, either two or more inputs as required; then the output to the amplifier AUX input... by using an amplified mixer with line inputs, your going to have a good 45dB signal increase, especially if a microphone input is on the mixer as well; of course you can just use the amplifier to plug-in your I-Pad or mobile music device ? so using the earphone output socket, you will have more than enough signal to drive the amplifier; this would be the same if you use the PC computer output, into the PC socket. So if you think about it, you have options to make that connection if you remember the amplifier needs a Line Input Signal; also bear in mind, the PC and AUX inputs are live at the same time, so you either turn off one of the two devices your using at any time, otherwise you will have two music or audio signals mixing at the same time; there is also the basic remote control, this has a very good range even when you don't point it at the master speaker... however for the quality of this speaker system and price, it's a very good compromise. One negative ? If your thinking of using it for a shortwave radio system monitor speaker, to improve the sound quality; I would warn you not too, the unfortunate fact is that this amplifier has an internal "Switched - mode - Power - Supply" my personal worst enemy when it comes to radio interference... even if you think moving it away from the receiver will resolve this issue, it will-not ! The reason is, that the switching pulses are riding on the screened audio input cables, even a ferrite core or choke will-not stop the interference… so your warned. However you can try an isolator 1 to 1 transformer, I did-not take this option; so if like myself your an electronics engineer or good hobbyist, with experience of electronics; you just remove the offending power supply and build a Linear - Transformer power supply ? you need to have a 17 Volt regulated DC at 1 Amp current capacity; each audio channel at peak max volume can top 500mA, so a 1 amp supply will cover the power required. Just in case your wondering why the power consumption is low, it's because the power amplifiers are in a bridged configuration, and provide a good audio power drive at low current... good luck and enjoy your purchase.

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