Edifier 2 R2850DB black

Three-Way Active Bookshelf Speakers — 150W RMS for Hi-Fi Listening Rooms

The Edifier 2 R2850DB black is a 150W RMS active speaker pair designed for full-range, room-filling sound without needing a separate amplifier. Within each cabinet, a Class-D amplifier powers a ¾" silk dome tweeter, 4.5" midrange, and 8" woofer on separate channels. For hi-fi fans wanting a one-pair solution for music, movies, and gaming in spaces up to 100 m², this system stands out.

What Sets This Model Apart in the Active Speaker Category

Most powered bookshelf speakers use only two drivers. Here, a dedicated midrange enhances vocal clarity, with a Texas Instruments TAS5508C DSP chip splitting the frequency bands. 15 mm MDF side panels and an 18 mm front baffle dampen resonance. Qualcomm's Bluetooth 5.1 with aptX delivers clear wireless playback.

Power Output and Driver Configuration — Room-Filling Headroom

Three-way active setups send the right frequency range to each driver for reduced distortion and greater clarity. Each amplifier channel is matched to its driver for optimal performance.

• Total Output Power (RMS): 150 W — distributed across three channels for separation
• Tweeter Power: 14 W + 14 W — for the ¾" silk dome
• Midrange Power: 16 W + 16 W dedicated to the 4.5" paper-cone driver
• For deep bass, the 8" woofer is powered by 45 W + 45 W, providing cinematic impact on low frequencies.

Inputs, Bluetooth, and EQ — Plug-and-Play for Every Source

Covering old-school and modern gear, the five input types plus easy-access EQ controls and remote make setup quick and sound customization simple.

• Audio Inputs: Line In 1, Line In 2, Optical, Coaxial, Bluetooth — works for TVs, CD players, turntables, and computers
• Bluetooth Version: V5.1 with Qualcomm aptX — get CD-quality sound wirelessly
• EQ Controls: Side-panel treble, bass, and volume knobs — adjust your sound instantly
• Pairing with the Edifier T5 subwoofer is seamless, thanks to the 100 Hz low-pass crossover output.

Frequency Range and Cabinet Construction — Low Extension, Rigid Enclosure

With a frequency response from 42 Hz to 20 kHz, the speakers reproduce both deep lows and crisp highs. The MDF cabinet construction is engineered to block resonance and coloration for pure audio.

• Frequency Response: 42 Hz – 20 kHz — covers sub-bass to airy highs
• Dimensions (W × H × D): 258 × 461 × 316 mm — gives a substantial bookshelf presence
• Net Weight: 23 kg — robust MDF anchoring the drivers
• Both 15 mm MDF sides and an 18 mm front baffle help maintain a clear, distortion-free soundstage.

Who Should Buy This Speaker Pair

This model is designed for listeners wanting a complete hi-fi setup in a single speaker pair, no extra amp or DAC required. Streaming fans using Tidal or Apple Music will value the aptX decoding. Home cinema enthusiasts can hook up a TV via Optical and add a subwoofer for expanded bass, making this set ideal for living rooms up to 100 m².

Edifier — Active Speaker Engineering

Edifier is known for making hi-fi accessible, with designs that combine amplification, DSP, and wireless streaming in one cabinet. The 2 R2850DB black demonstrates this philosophy, pairing a Texas Instruments DSP, Qualcomm Bluetooth, and heavy MDF construction with a two-year warranty.