Presonus Eris E3.5 vs Edifier R1280T || Sound Demo w/ Bass Test
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- Опубліковано 10 лип 2024
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Edifier R1280T for a long time was my top choice in under 100 dollars category but I expected Presonus Eris E3.5 to challenge Edifier for the top spot. Did E3.5 manged to best Edifier R1280T? Yes and no. Right off the bat, Edifier still is the bass champion in this category, its bass reaches deeper and is more dynamic. E3.5 has respectable bass response for this size and price, it just lacks a bit of punch compared to R1280T, but this also may be a good news if You look for more precise bass response for music production for example. Midrange and the top end is where Presonus bests Edifier, midrange of E3.5, even if it is not perfectly neutral, sounds more natural and detailed than Edifier's midrange. Same applies to top end.
Edifier wins when we take a look at build quality, it is more stylish, sturdier and, on top of that, it has remote control which is always nice.
To sum this up, if You need fun sounding speaker for games movies and music, than Edifier stillmay be better choice, but if You need a cheap speaker for music production or You just look for fairly neutral speaker for music listetning than Presonus is a better choice.
What do You think? Which sounds better in Your opinion? Let me know in the comments below! Cheers!
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All the tracks used in this video can be found here:
• Test Tracks
Sound recorded using Tascam DR-22WL recorder. Levels matched using SPL meter. All tone controls set to neutral. - Наука та технологія
For me, Edi is for movies and parties. Pre is for listening and mixing. Edi sounds richer and Pre sounds clearer. I love this channel.
Why would you get two pairs of tiny speakers and not just one pair for larger speakers?
@@temp1temp218 hello, you have a point. usually bigger is better. like, 8" is more powerful than 4". but the size of room matters together. putting tall boys in small rooms sometimes can be not very wise. in fact, i have a pair of eris 4.5 and i think they are also great for movies. but bass boosted speakers like edifiers(i guess) can be more fun if 'fun' is more important than 'quality'
BRO THIS IS WHAT IM TALKING ABOUT! I was looking through yt searching for budget speakers and your videos gave me all i need thats a like and sub thanks bro!
I just unpacked the E3.5 Eris on my desk and MAN WAS I BLOWN AWAY. Even on something as heavily compressed as the audio of a youtube video, these bring out details that I was not hearing with my older computer speakers. I'm not a content creator. I simply wanted a high quality set of speakers and didn't have a lot of money to spend. THESE HIT THE MARK AND THEN SOME!!
I just found this channel and I am loving it. Aside from the awesome demo in the video, what makes this channel super awesome is the comments section. I learned a lot just by reading everyone's comments (Ok, maybe not everyone's since there are too many.)
I'm now leaning more towards the Presonus since I will be using it on my editing station. I originally wanted the Edifier but that clarity coming from the Presonus is just irresistible.
The vocals and "Deep" are just vividly real with my eyes closed my head just says "there's a person in front of you!" We got presonus e3.5bt's and eventually upgraded with the $200 subwoofer.
I've found that the Edifier sounds much more close to the listener with vocals and bass seemingly coming form, say, a few feet in front of you. Very "intimate" with the midrange which, to me, sounds super enjoyable. The Edifier are also much more bassy with "deeper" reach and a louder presence overall. Personally this deeper bass isn't always preferred since sometimes the Edifier seems to lack control or "speed" to keep up with some tracks, causing the bass to seem too "boomy" thus muddying up the separation between sounds depending on the genre.
The Presonus on the other hand are much more neutral if not leaning towards bright/ treblely. As a treblehead, I love it and don't find myself fatigued by the sound. Generally this clarity in mids and highs leads to an overall more analytical, clean, and accurate sound as compared to the Edifier. The Presonus also serves up bass, but not nearly to the quantity as the Edifier. The Presonus' bass is very tight, controlled, and therefore, "punchy", coming in exactly where it should be, although not providing the same "stomp your feet/ rock your head" sound that the Edifier naturally produces. The "speed" and detail are also more pronounced on the Presonus.
For me, I choose Presonus because of my history with treble leaning headphones and comfort in a "neutral" sound although, on the fewer tracks that I prefer to hear on the Edifier, I REALLY prefer them over the Presonus, if that makes sense.
pretty helpful thanks
I have some sennheisers that are more natural and tight and warm. Def prefer that type of sound which sounds like the presonus as you describe
Thank you. I was wondering what the difference might be between these two speakers and your video answered that completely. Thanks again for this great comparison.
You just gave us what we wanted, bless you for making this channel 🙏
okay, thanks to you I made my decision, I ordered the Edifier r1280t and can't wait to have it.
I can clearly hear that the Eris e3.5 are way more crispy and clear, high frequencies sound more clear and defined. they have a flatter sound and are better for mixing and producing. but I'll go with the Edifier since all I want is to feel the music and have a good volume so I can host small parties and just enjoy the music I love, I will not use them to produce, so that bass boost is something I'd like to have. thanks!
loving your content
I've been using the Edifiers with an Audio Technica LPW30TK for a few months now. This video convinced me to go with them and I'm glad I did. I tend to turn the bass down on most albums and I find the sound to be fuller.. At least that's my very non professional opinion 😀👍
They both sound amazing, I appreciated the Edifier more. Excellent video. Thank you
I had the Presonus boxes for 3 months. I also hear from the video here that I find them to be relatively height-heavy.
A reason for me to order the Edifier. I only listen to music with it and watch movies on my PC. I don't mix any music.. and they don't need to sound as neutral (like maybe for musicians).
Thanks for the video.
The R1280T sounds great and they're about half the price of the Eris E3.5 in my country, but the fact that it has no headphone out is a dealbreaker since I also need to monitor with headphones pretty often. Thank you for the videos, these really help making a purchase decision!
This is not the sound of R1280T. Go into a shop and ask to hear it.
@@iliastsitas1552 are you saying it's better or worse in person??
@@Tropicocitwo worst
And this is how a shootout is supposed to be.....Great job DSAudio!!! I've been recording, arranging and mixing for 40+ years. Have been orbiting around these two cheap monitor speakers for my home recording studio and now I know that the PreSonus are my favorite because they are more "airy" and open without making me tired in the long grueling mixing sessions. I get the same feeling with my old, cheap and reliable AKG K-66 headphones, which I'll never change because they are very light and open. The Edifier are obviously better in the very low frequencies, but heavy on the mid-low and harsh on the very high frequencies, which in time wears my brain out.
40 years of experience and choosing V shaped speakers with missing midrange for studio use is at least funny.
I just ordered the Presonus, and I think I made the right choice, but wow these Edifiers sound really good! I love the scooped bass response! I might have to get these, turn the bass up on the Edifiers, and use them WITH the Presonus speakers. I really like them both, just for different reasons.
When they play "Deep" and close my eyes my ears just say "goddamnit thats not a speaker there's someone playing front of you!"
Listening through the whole video I came to the conclusion that I couldn’t listen to Edifier for a longer time. The clarity and pureness of Presonous are very convincing. Even if the Edifier had a tad deeper bass, the Presonus was som much on spot bass (pure bass) than Edifiers muddy low bass. Again a plus for Presonus Eris E 3,5. Gonna order them today. Thanks for this video!
I love this channel and I love this test. Thanks
Vocês poderiam disponibilizar as faixas de cada música diretamente, para podermos ouvir o original sem passar pelas caixas, caso já tenha um fone flat será bem mais rico a comparação. Parabéns pelo canal simples e objetivo.
The Edifier are surprising pretty good! The Presonus sounds "lighter & clearer" in this direct compare, the Edifier sounds "bigger & deeper" - the bass has more Volume. Could'nt say which one is "better". Thank you!
It depends on the room. If you'd use them in a small room, PreSonus all the way. On a bigger room you may like Edifier more.
And if you are using them for a mini sudio, like creating music, recording and such, then stay away from the Edifier pair from this vid.
To my ears, they appear to have some missing/muted High-mid frequency... so you dont want that.
I'd probably use the PreSonus + a subwoofer (when needed)
Hi. Thanks a lot..Your bass test impulse me to buy Edifier 1280T... And it is amazing... five stars / Hola . Muchas gracias, tu prueba de los bajos, han motivado la compra de los edifier 1280T.. Y es increíble.. cinco estrellas... REGARDS from Barcelona SPAIN
Yes yes, I can totally provide a good opinion while listening to these speakers via a compressed UA-cam video on my mobile phone.
this is how tests are done - thx
This made up my mind. I dont produce music, neither do I mix. I do rather like to just listen to music and unwind. And for that purpose Edifier R1280T wins for me. The style of music I mostly listen to suits the more open, slightly coloured for deeper bass than the studio monitors. Not to mention the Edifier has a better aesthetics for a home set up. Edifier is a speaker for the average consumer that wants more "high fidelity" sounding speaker for their set up. The Eris E3.5 are studio monitors, thus flatter and more precise sound. If you produce music or mix music, then you should go Eris E3.5.
Update. Got jbl 305p mkii instead. Guitar center had a deal 2 for 180
Hmm I hadn't thought of that, are the Edifiers not considered studio monitors?
Amazing comparsion! Thanks!
@digitalstereophony Great comparison! I need some recommendations, I have a small bedroom studio, I am planning to use my monitors for music production and occasional video editing. My budget is $200-250 max for a pair. Which monitors do you suggest out of all the ones you know?
Some details lost in edifier because of the bass. Eris will be really good for mixing based on the 2.
Which would be better for a turntable setup?
The midrange on the PreSonus is so much cleaner but those Edi's got some punch.
Kinda need both at once. :)
Edifier's strongest feature is the bass and is better for "just having fun". Presonus is a better "monitor" because sound is more neutral and detailed. What about if we want to add a subwoofer to the mix in the near future? Will the Presonus then be a better bet for me that like listening my music (but already have a Sennheiser HD600 for that), but also like playing my games and watching my movies?
great demonstration!!
Great to be here, by the way, would you ever consider comparing guitar amplifiers? Just asking, thanks🤟
Very nice demo. Digital Stereophony, Would you recommend the Eris 3.5 over the Microlab B77 ?
Eris the best)
Imo, the first song is the only one where the Edifier is better with it's low end extension.
When the music gets more "crowded" with many instruments, which is the case in most situations, the Eris is better with more forward mids presence which results in more detail and clarity.
Thanks for the great tests !
I think so too.
Your comment was on point sir.
I agree as well the edifier sounds a bit muddier when a lot of instruments are playing.
te felicito primera vez que veo una comparacion con musica descente gran video
I have the presonus 4.5 on my desk, and they blow me away. I also have some highly rated S350DB speakers for my AV system, but they don't come close when it comes to music.
as a bass player i like the bass tests
The Edifiers can be a bit bass-heavy. The Eris sound "thin". In some cases one or the other stand out. In other cases I feel like something in-between would be ideal.
Check out the M-Audio BX4. It might be what you’re looking for. I’ve had both the M-Audio and the PreSonus E4.5BT.
Thx for that very good sound test, I have both speakers on my list for my later mini pc then and I must say both sounds very good. But with my beyerdynamic DT880 on the Edifier sounds a little bit warmer, maybe the sound from the E3.5 are closer to how it should sound, but when I would take so far the Edis.
Exactly what I was searching! Thanks!!!!
is it good for video editing? i have a plan for pairing it with good cheap headphone with flat bass response
3:43 The most obvious indicator of quality. E3.5 supply a much clearer, balanced sound.
Hmm I really don't know . In most of the tests I found Eris sound a little bit too "dry" for my taste. But I am not a sound engineer nor I am a sound enthusiast .
I'm a guitarist and I'm not sure what you're talking about.
I prefer the Edifier, it sounds more balanced
Silly question, What would be better sounding at low to medium level? I
like to have these as desktop speakers to listen to music while I work. I listen to Progressive house and Jazz hop. And also I will be using them for bedroom Djing. So I really want something that has rich dynamic clarity, vibrant tones and lots of depth, also considering R1280T, Eris 4.5 & 3.5 ????????????????????? THANK YOU!
The 1" dome tweeter is the miracle on the Presonus Speaker, at this price point. WIN = Presonus!
nuff said.. ;)
In a vacuum, the Edifier's sound pretty good. But every time the video switches over to the Presonus', the sound is a lot cleaner. The Edifier have somewhat of an "in your face" effect, which I commonly find in bluetooth speakers appealing to every-day users who don't have a lot of experience with audio gear. At first, you're amazed "How does so much sound come out of this little thing!?". But after a while I find those - however V-tuned - pretty flat in things like dynamics and the wow-factor wears off pretty quickly. the Eris' are much more neutral in that regard, but they'll probably sound more pleasing to listen to once you get used to them. How do I put it... They sound more... reserved. That opinion is based off just this video though, so keep that in mind.
This comment is a year old, but I wouldn't have put it in a better way. I own a pair of Edifier R1700BT and at the beginning I was like "Wow!", coming from a small Creative computer speakers. Then as time passed my ears got tired of the muffled sound, boomy bass and lack of clarity, so I've done my research again and listened to lot of speaker battles in this channel, then I've ordered the Presonus Eris E3.5BT for better clarity, small form factor, the volume knob and power switch at the front. In terms of user experience those two features are key to me for near field/desktop usage. I'm not into music production/mixing, I just want to listen to music with clarity, just want the truth and no more lies 😄
@@Checo428 had them for about that long, and I can confirm that they never got old to listen to!
@@computer1up hey thanks for the quick reply! what you're saying reassures that my choice is the right one, getting tired of listening music through some kind of speakers that attempt to distort the reality is the last thin one would like. Some say about the E3.5 that the highs/trebles trend to be too present, well I kinda like that for starters and there's always a knob at the back to lower them if desired, but still getting clear and truthful sound. I believe these are for me and I'm gonna love them being for a small home office sitting right in front of me. I plan to use them for Zoom and MS Teams work calls too so sounds like others' voices are gonna sound clearer too.
Great observation.
Great video man. Thanks a lot. For me the Edifier for sure.
The sound is warmer and more natural. Maybe it's because one has wood and other plastic. And there is a big difference in the voices. The voice is much more present in the Edifier.
I need speakers to monitor my music and i know the Presonus sounds better for my needs but in my country, Presonus Eris E3.5 cost more than 2 times the price of R1280T so is it worth it?
Thinking about buying these but I ve never had studio monitors ... my question is do they sound bad if you move around in the room? ... I m not going to make any music, just want to enjoy it. Thanks in advance!
buen video bro..me gusta, increible que EDIFIER suene tan bien para tan poco $
Thanks so much for your videos... I just review and any other youtuber do it !!!!!🙏
great channel
Hmmm... i dont own any of these but it seems to be the sound from the edifier is more realistic. Where as presonus kind of sounds muffled. Edifier was more full.
3:34 - Dang it, my R1280Ts sound OH SO GOOD with this song. R1280T owners where ya at?
The 1280s shine at 60Hz at the Bass Test.
But so does Eris when placed in 5gallon bucket.
@wksoh My Left Tweeter blew last year around this time :( I'm so disappointed, but they are in good condition and still get good Bass!
If I can just get a replacement Tweeter, but the wires for the speaker are soldered and I don't know how or have a Solder Gun.
I'm wanting to upgrade the Drivers to Dayton Audio Drivers.
@wksoh Yes, still in Production! I still love the Sound Stage, the Stereo Image is still FULL.
@wksoh Ceres?
When you did the bass test, were the adjustments kept in the neutral position?
this is an interesting question. would really like to know this.
@@professormoriarity89 x2
The knobs were at 12 o'clock i guess.
Great job,thanx
Judging sound using youtube and headphones is not the "proper" way to evaluate, but we can hear a clear difference between the two speakers. Presonus more clear due to sharper treble and Edifier more bass heavy, maybe due to different tweeter and bass reflex port in front. I am a bass head but i do prefer the presonus treble.
Presonus is more of a studio monitor while the Edifier R1280T is more of a standard bookshelf speaker system. Also, what was the distance from the back wall for both of these speakers. Presonus has the base hole port to the rear of the speaker while Edifier is front facing. If there is more than a foot or two away from wall, the listener will lose out on the bassier tones on the Presonus due to lack of sound bounce back from the wall.
I have r1280db and its already a good buy for a cheap elegant sound, but if u need upgrade better have presonus😁... That would be the first category to consider... How much is it? 😅
Edifier the Eris seemed a little high on treble
edifier ftw if you want for the gaming!
why would you want to game on speakers...
Hi i need your advice. Between r1280t and creative kratos s5 which is better game and music?
I despise cheap 2.1 systems, so for me R1280T, or even better R1700BT is the way to go
I think I’m gonna buy the presonus for my turntable because I want to listen through headphones as well
The difference a .5 inch makes. The R1280T is a good one, maybe not for monitoring; I will notion that's the same case for the Presonus, the surface area is not large enough. I may still attempt to mix on the cheap R1280T, they're not meant for that....they are only 100 dollars on Amazon and it has the range 55Hz and up.
Just bought these and all I can say is HOOOOOLY SH!!!!T. Coming from Bose, this isn't even a fare contest. Was looking for something that would be a step up and well... I got life changing.
Wow, btw do you have a spotify playlist?
I have to laugh when I read some of these comments that say things like "The Eris are studio monitors but the Edifiers are better for casual music listening". When you listen to music you are listening to music that was more than likely mixed and mastered using studio reference monitors. Obviously, the closer your reproductions system is to the system on which it was mixed and mastered, the more closely you will hear the music the way it was intended. Yes, the Eris monitors are a lot flatter than the Edifiers, and that IS because they are studio monitor speakers. Cheap speakers are made to color the sound you hear so that it is appealing when first listening to them because the manufacturers want to dupe you into purchasing their speakers. The sound of the Eris are much more honest to the actual recording. If you need more bass response, not artificial color in the bass frequencies, get a quality subwoofer. However, I am continually amazed at how good the Eris monitors really are, right out of the box. For the hell of it I connected them to an old Mackie 10" subwoofer I had laying around my studio just to see how the Eris speakers would sound with the bass linearly extended down to about 40Hz. I can honestly say that, with the subwoofer, the little Eris speakers perform just as well as the KRK Rokit 5 G4s (with 10" PreSonus Trembor subwoofer) that I have attached to my auxiliary DAW. Given that the Rokits cost $380 a pair, that really is saying something about a pair of $100 monitors!
Jolie est vraiment rigolo merci pour ton commentaire , rien à rajouter .
great video
I luv the edifire. But wouldn't like to mix on it due to muddy lower freq because of the front firing subwoofer. Presonus 3.5 is better for me. Edifire has better soundstage.
How do the E3.5 and Audioengine A2+ compare? Is the A2+ worth the extra 150 bucks?
A2+ is better speaker for sure, but if it is worth the extra that depends on many variables. I will post comparison of A2+ and E3.5 soon
edifier has a warmth sound.
IT WOULD BE GREAT DOING A COMPARISON BETWEEN THE NEW EDIFIER MR4 VS ERIS 3.5
what is the bass and treble setting for both speakers?
Great job & when can you test out Vanatoo To? thanks! ;-)
and test Swan M200MKIII to thanks!
Neither is available in my country
I ran my dac output through a vintage 10 band eq..should fix any muddy sound from those Eddie's. As these will be bathroom speakers with no subwoofers I ordered mine yesterday.
No convenient amazon links in the description this time? Sheesh (kidding!). Great vid as always.
Super Vergleichstest. 95 Punkte. Was fehlt wäre noch Sprachwiedergabe (Fernseher).
sound same. for limited in size, E3.5 sound a tiny bit "tight".
Mackie CR4 vs Presonus E5 please 🙏🏻
It is coming soon ;)
which one is recommended for TV use? Main concern is having audible conversations on relatively low volumes.
eris is for clarity and treble, 1280T is for bass
What is the name of the first song?
which one should I buy to listening music?
Eris 3.5 vs Microlab b77 Please!
Eris with a good sub would be hell of sound
Fostex PM-SUBmini 2 is a good choice - works pretty well in combination with the Presonus Eris E3.5.
@@Master.Mi.777 may I know how to connect a sub on the eris?
@@lowbatt3235 Check out this >>> ua-cam.com/video/WCmpu8IcB2c/v-deo.html
And always watch out for getting the right cables and connecting "left" with "left" and "right" with "right".
@@Master.Mi.777 Thanks!
Which ones would you pair with a turntable? I just can’t decide...
Me neither please help someone
@@Motorscor-oi3gg I ended up buying the Edifier 1700BT set of speakers on Amazon. They're a little more expensive than the ones reviewed here, but not too much. So far, I like them a lot. You should check them out, they might suit your needs.
Eris detayı buradan bile hissettiriyor
ive been watching comparison of mackie cr3, presonus e3.5 and edifier 1280t and still confused on which one i need the most..
i need a speaker for film editing and studio monitoring, can anybody recommend me between these 3?
thank you in advance.
I think studio monitoring need presonus.
I thought the Eris looked good but I keep finding reviews that say the quality control is bad, either speakers start making popping sounds, or start hissing. Or just fail. So this has put me off the Eris. I found a review that sayst the Edifier is well engineered and is almost silent even when listening very close to the speaker.
Harika
edifer daha çok beğendim
Do you know which one could be better on a desktop ?
Eris 5 vs edifier R 2600 pleaaaase.
Hi
I am from India
Please help me to choose between edifier r1280 db and pre sonus Eris e3.5 . For just listening music
Edifier if your not an audiophile
Edifier for listening music, Presonus for home studio monitor
Edifier is the winner. It sounds fuller.
Presonus lacks mid range and low end. It has more treble and sounds thin.
Studio monitor vs multimedia speaker
Probably edifier sounds better with bass boost
But presonus sounds more detail & flat.. Thats how a studio monitor suppose to sounds
i can buy Edifier , that best test👍👍👍
Eris if you have a subwoofer to pair with them, Edifier otherwise (dont care what audiophiles will say lol).
Which one i should buy for mixing at home ? I can't really choose.
get the eris for mixing.
Hey all, months of reviewing and researching have boiled me down to these 2 main speakers (and maybe the wildcard Edifier R1010BT included in the discussion too).
In 2019, where I live, the R1280 now has BT 4.0, and goes for about USD$70, while the Eris 3.5 is about USD$100. The R1010BT goes for an enticing USD$55.
I’m mainly a gamer, but like to think I prefer listening to my music at a *very* slight higher quality than the average joe / average gamer. I am *not* in any way a content creator or have any intention to professionally work with music, and would prefer the less harsh, probably less accurate and less flat of the two.
Any recommendations as to which would be better for me?
Out of these three I would pick R1280T, but I would also advise to save up a bit more and buy R1700BT which is far superior to all of these and best bang per buck in my opinion
Digital Stereophony Thanks for the advice! Great video by the way, appreciate it!
@@DSAUDIOreview Hi, do you know the difference between R1700BT and R1700BT-BR ?
Hi. I'm about to buy one of these sets of speakers for listening rather than producing music. My favourite genre is modern choral music though so I would really appreciate if someone included, let's say a piece of Eric Whitacre with a big choir or even something like Voces 8, in the comparison. I have already checked some Sonos speakers and they sounded very disappointing for choral music. Thank you
Presonus for mixing, Edifier for listening.
PreSonus Eris E3.5 👍👍
Great comparisons. Please stop using a jazz track with MIDI instruments.
holy shit I didn't even notice until you mentioned it. And even then, only the transition to A at 2:40 is a dead giveaway. Great sample library.
I did not expect such a clear superiority of R1280T compared to Eris 3.5 : Although the sound is a bit less accurate.. but more balanced and complete tonally ( for listening music ). For that price and size, it is the speaker to be surpassed.
True but for 50€ more you also get the 1700BT which is a big upgrade to the 1280.
I watched the comparative video of R1280 vs R1700 and I think the R1700 is well over R1280.. no doubt worth the extra cost. Thanks.
You're kidding, right?
The Eris sounds fuller and goes deeper.
Eris has more bite, better mids and highs and sounds clearer like on Full Speed. But for me rn in 2019, it’s USD$70 for the R1280DB, USD$100 for the Eris 3.5. And the Edifiers now have BT 4.0. Tough choice indeed.