Hi guys
I am posting a review of my newly purchased 2.1 Multimedia Speaker system.
All measurements are posted as "Diameter".
For pics look here
will post better pics if i can get hold of a real camera
Background :
So far I've used PC speaker system from Intex, Frontech & Creative SBS series speakers. So this is my first step towards definition audio listening. Initially thought about Corsair SP 2500 but couldn't found one to demo do went for this one.
My plan is to get a decent DAC+ a Marantz based PM5004 Amp + a set of floor standers. But i am roaming here & there in India so cant buy these heavy system because of transportation
.
Purchase :
I purchased the set from CTC market. After roaming for about an hour & most shops quoting Rs.4000 - 4200. I found one shop quoting 3950 after a little bargain they came down to 3900.
Package:
The box contains
2 satellite speakers
1 Sub-woofer
1 amplifier
1 remote
3.5mm to dual RCA cable
User manual
Build Quality:
Satelites are two-way 3"mid & 1"tweeter housed in MDF material box around 18.5cm height with a RCA cable attached. Look & feels sturdy with a Edifier logo on bottom.
Subwoofer is also made of same material. The sub is reflex-ported & build around a 6.5" driver with a messed front grill with a Edifier logo on center.
Remote is a credit card size low profile remote having following functions
mute
vol +/vol-
bass+/bass-
treble+/treble-
& a input selector
PC/AUX
Amplifier is the most eye catching part of the system. The amp has a hard plastic body with brushed aluminium/black painted. The amp has a smartly operated two digit seven segment display, two buttons for function and input with a rotary knob. At the top it has the edifier logo & a soft touch mute button.
Connectivity :
The amp has two input type
1. RCA
2. standard 3.5mm(AUX)
output stage has three connections all are RCA
Red RCA --> Right satellite
White RCA --> Left satellite
Yellow RCA --> to the sub
& also has a front panel 3.5mm headphone out.
Control:
One can control the Amplifier via the remote or the input front panel.
Volume range 0 to 60
bass range -9 to +9
treble range -9 to +9
these values can be set by pressing the function key with the rotary knob or with the remote.
Cons :
1. The system does not store any value. So each time one turn on the system it has to be customized. This can be a little annoying.
2. If you are playing bass heavy songs the amp tend to heat up pretty fast , so metal body would have given the system better cooling.
3. Head phone out does not have any type of amplification, however i felt it actually reduces power
4. Does not include inclined speaker base, IMO which is necessary cause the satellites are near-field operated. If they are not pointed out i was missing some sound.
5. The power cord is a slim type so fitting in Indian sockets might be a problem. Would have loved just normal two pin Indian type power plug.
Pros
1. The orange back-lit of the rotary knob is very mild does not distract in dark.
2. Sound-staging is exceptionally good considering the budget.
3. Tight crisp bass which was unexpected at this budget
Testing :
I am still testing the set. Initial burn in is not yet completed. About 15hrs or so. So a long way to go however i felt that the bass has improved a lot. Mids are somewhat same but the treble also has some improvements.
My settings are Bass at 0, treble at +2, Volume 36-37
One can directly hear more instruments playing from the same source.
One who is upgrading from intex/creative SBS line can easily feel sound-stage on first hearing itself. Audio separation is also felt nicely.
One suggestion though (for anyone planning to buy) the sub has long enough cable so position it correctly in the room, move around to get best quality.
Use some type of inclined(about 15degree or so) padding in the satellites so that those point to your head not your chest. Keep the distance between the satellites about 2.5feet. I have made the padding with soft paper(you can use tissue paper) & aluminium foil.
I will post the final verdict after some more burn in.
I am posting a review of my newly purchased 2.1 Multimedia Speaker system.
All measurements are posted as "Diameter".
For pics look here
will post better pics if i can get hold of a real camera
Background :
So far I've used PC speaker system from Intex, Frontech & Creative SBS series speakers. So this is my first step towards definition audio listening. Initially thought about Corsair SP 2500 but couldn't found one to demo do went for this one.
My plan is to get a decent DAC+ a Marantz based PM5004 Amp + a set of floor standers. But i am roaming here & there in India so cant buy these heavy system because of transportation
.Purchase :
I purchased the set from CTC market. After roaming for about an hour & most shops quoting Rs.4000 - 4200. I found one shop quoting 3950 after a little bargain they came down to 3900.
Package:
The box contains
2 satellite speakers
1 Sub-woofer
1 amplifier
1 remote
3.5mm to dual RCA cable
User manual
Build Quality:
Satelites are two-way 3"mid & 1"tweeter housed in MDF material box around 18.5cm height with a RCA cable attached. Look & feels sturdy with a Edifier logo on bottom.
Subwoofer is also made of same material. The sub is reflex-ported & build around a 6.5" driver with a messed front grill with a Edifier logo on center.
Remote is a credit card size low profile remote having following functions
mute
vol +/vol-
bass+/bass-
treble+/treble-
& a input selector
PC/AUX
Amplifier is the most eye catching part of the system. The amp has a hard plastic body with brushed aluminium/black painted. The amp has a smartly operated two digit seven segment display, two buttons for function and input with a rotary knob. At the top it has the edifier logo & a soft touch mute button.
Connectivity :
The amp has two input type
1. RCA
2. standard 3.5mm(AUX)
output stage has three connections all are RCA
Red RCA --> Right satellite
White RCA --> Left satellite
Yellow RCA --> to the sub
& also has a front panel 3.5mm headphone out.
Control:
One can control the Amplifier via the remote or the input front panel.
Volume range 0 to 60
bass range -9 to +9
treble range -9 to +9
these values can be set by pressing the function key with the rotary knob or with the remote.
Cons :
1. The system does not store any value. So each time one turn on the system it has to be customized. This can be a little annoying.
2. If you are playing bass heavy songs the amp tend to heat up pretty fast , so metal body would have given the system better cooling.
3. Head phone out does not have any type of amplification, however i felt it actually reduces power
4. Does not include inclined speaker base, IMO which is necessary cause the satellites are near-field operated. If they are not pointed out i was missing some sound.
5. The power cord is a slim type so fitting in Indian sockets might be a problem
. Would have loved just normal two pin Indian type power plug.Pros
1. The orange back-lit of the rotary knob is very mild does not distract in dark.
2. Sound-staging is exceptionally good considering the budget.
3. Tight crisp bass which was unexpected at this budget
Testing :
I am still testing the set. Initial burn in is not yet completed. About 15hrs or so. So a long way to go however i felt that the bass has improved a lot. Mids are somewhat same but the treble also has some improvements.
My settings are Bass at 0, treble at +2, Volume 36-37
One can directly hear more instruments playing from the same source.
One who is upgrading from intex/creative SBS line can easily feel sound-stage on first hearing itself. Audio separation is also felt nicely.
One suggestion though (for anyone planning to buy) the sub has long enough cable so position it correctly in the room, move around to get best quality.
Use some type of inclined(about 15degree or so) padding in the satellites so that those point to your head not your chest. Keep the distance between the satellites about 2.5feet. I have made the padding with soft paper(you can use tissue paper) & aluminium foil.
I will post the final verdict after some more burn in.
