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Edifier R1280T 2-Way Active Bookshelf Speakers (White, Pair)

BH #EDR1280TWH • MFR #R1280T - WHITE
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Edifier R1280T 2-Way Active Bookshelf Speakers (White, Pair)
Key Features
  • 2-Way, Bass-Reflex Design
  • 4" Woofer
  • 0.5" Silk Tweeter
  • 52 Hz to 20 kHz Frequency Response
Enjoy stereo sound and classic style with the Edifier R1280T 2-Way Active Bookshelf Speakers. The R1280T consists of a 0.5" silk dome tweeter and a 4" mid/bass woofer in each speaker. The built-in amplifier has a two-way active crossover and provides 42W RMS total power output. The wooden enclosure complements any home decor, and dual stereo RCA inputs allow for easy switching between two analog audio sources.
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Edifier R1280T Overview

Enjoy stereo sound and classic style with the Edifier R1280T 2-Way Active Bookshelf Speakers. The R1280T consists of a 0.5" silk dome tweeter and a 4" mid/bass woofer in each speaker. The built-in amplifier has a two-way active crossover and provides 42W RMS total power output. The wooden enclosure complements any home decor, and dual stereo RCA inputs allow for easy switching between two analog audio sources.

Additional Details
  • Speaker mounted and remote control for volume, bass, and treble
  • Front-firing flared bass reflex ports
  • Removable grilles
UPC: 875674004858

Edifier R1280T Specs

Key Specs
Speaker Configuration
2-Way
Amplifier Power Rating
42 W RMS
Drivers
1x 4" / 101.6 mm Woofer
1x 0.5" / 12.7 mm Tweeter
Frequency Response
52 Hz to 20 kHz
Inputs/Outputs
RCA / Spring Clip
Speaker System
Speaker Configuration
2-Way
Amplifier Power Rating
42 W RMS
Drivers
1x 4" / 101.6 mm Woofer (per Speaker)
1x 0.5" / 12.7 mm Silk Dome Tweeter (per Speaker)
Enclosure Type
Bass-Reflex
Ports
1x Front-Firing (per Speaker)
Frequency Response
52 Hz to 20 kHz
Magnetic Shielding
No
Inputs/Outputs
2x Stereo RCA Input (Audio)
Spring Clip Pair Output (to Other Speaker)
Spring Clip Pair Input (from Other Speaker)
SNR (Signal-to-Noise Ratio)
85 dBA
Power
Input Power
100 to 240 VAC, 50 / 60 Hz
Physical
Color
White
Environmental Resistance
No
Placement & Mounting Options
Tabletop/Bookshelf
Cabinet Material
Wood
Grille
Cloth (Removable)
Dimensions
5.7 x 9.2 x 7.7" / 146 x 234 x 196 mm (Each)
Weight
10.8 lb / 4.9 kg
Packaging Info
Package Weight
12.86 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
17.2 x 13 x 8"

Edifier R1280T Reviews

Solid beautiful speakers

By Rajesh
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2026-05-18

Read up on these speakers and picked them up with no issue. Solidly built and easy set up. Sound is rich paired with technics.

Great for the price

By Evan
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2025-09-16

For entry level this is a great pair of speakers. I would buy again. Shipping was fast as usual for B&H.

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When attached to a desktop computer, can they be ...

When attached to a desktop computer, can they be left powered ON when not being used? Power switch is behind the speaker and not very convenient. No power button on remote either.
Asked by: Mark
Yes the power can be left on.
Answered by: John J
Date published: 2020-12-31

Are these speaker compatible with the ...

Are these speaker compatible with the Audio-Technica Consumer AT-LP60X?
Asked by: Francois
The Edifier R1280T 2-Way Active Bookshelf Speakers (Wood, Pair), B&H # EDR1280T, will connect via their RCA stereo inputs to the Audio-Technica Consumer AT-LP60X Stereo Turntable (Gunmetal & Black), B&H # AULP60XGM, RCA stereo outputs.
Answered by: Elliot
Date published: 2025-06-17

Do they have an auto-sleep, idle, or ...

Do they have an auto-sleep, idle, or auto-power-off function? If not what is the power consumption ?
Asked by: Bertrand
According to the manual this model only has on and off function. Total power output: 21W x 2
Answered by: David M
Date published: 2021-11-16

are these true stereo or mono?

are these true stereo or mono?
Asked by: Jimmy
The Edifier R1280T 2-Way Powered Bookshelf Speakers (Wood, Pair) is a stereo system. Both the left and the right channel connect to the right speaker and the right speaker has a speaker output, to send the left channel audio and power out to the left speaker.
Answered by: David M
Date published: 2025-02-04

Can the source (Aux 1, Aux 2) be switched from ...

Can the source (Aux 1, Aux 2) be switched from the speaker controls, or does that need to be done from the remote?
Asked by: Jeff
The Edifier R1280T 2-Way Active Bookshelf Speakers (Wood, Pair) B&H # EDR1280T does not actually have device selection. If two audio sources are connected simultaneously, both signals will play. To dedicate audio output from one source, decrease the volume or power off the unselected device.
Answered by: John J
Date published: 2025-07-11

If they're powered, how do they perform when ...

If they're powered, how do they perform when hooked to a receiver? Is that possible?
Asked by: Jay
You can't hook it to a receiver because it has an amp as one of it's functions. You can hook up a tuner to it, or another source component such as a CD player.
Answered by: Stewart
Date published: 2021-12-26

Can these be paired with a subwoofer?

Can these be paired with a subwoofer?
Asked by: Paul
The Edifier R1280T 2-Way Active Bookshelf Speakers (Black, Pair) cannot be paired with a subwoofer.
Answered by: Thomas M
Date published: 2025-10-03

Question of power what they can produce speak ...

Question of power what they can produce speak about watt
Asked by: Amon
The total power output is 21 watts for each speaker.
Answered by: Steven M
Date published: 2021-01-15
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