Experts recommend Edifier R1280T more than Klipsch R-51PM
As of 2 Apr 2024, experts prefer Edifier R1280T over Klipsch R-51PM, but both Speakers have solid expert endorsements.
As per this month's meta ranking, Edifier R1280T received 2 recommendations: from hifioasis.com (23 Jan 2024) and The Master Switch (4 Oct 2023). By contrast, Klipsch R-51PM received only 1 recommendation from ZD Net (13 Feb 2023).
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Endorsement summary:
- On 23 Jan 2024 hifioasis.com ranked Edifier R1280T as #2
Rank Speakers ... ... #2 out of 6 Edifier R1280T ... ... Source: www.hifioasis.com - On 4 Oct 2023 The Master Switch ranked Edifier R1280T as #2
Rank Speakers Comment ... ... ... #2 out of 17 Edifier R1280T Best Budget Bookshelf Speakers... ... ... Source: www.themasterswitch.com - On 13 Feb 2023 ZD Net ranked Klipsch R-51PM as #1
Rank Speakers Comment #1 out of 5 Klipsch R-51PM Best bookshelf speaker overall... ... ... Source: www.zdnet.com
After counting and adding up the 80 expert endorsements of the April rankings, Edifier R1280T outranks Klipsch R-51PM. This is not to say that Klipsch R-51PM is a bad option. Like Edifier R1280T, it is recommended by experts, but less.
Customers like Klipsch R-51PM a bit more
At ReviewFinder we prefer to focus on professional product reviews, because customer reviews can be disproportionately affected by unrelated factors such as delivery, specific seller listing problems, and, of course, fake reviews. With that said, below is the summary of consumer sentiment.
Klipsch R-51PM
CS of 10 is similar to a 4.8 star review, CS of 0 is similar to a 2 star review.
Klipsch R-51PM, the pricier option, tends to get more favorable reviews than Edifier R1280T.
As can be seen in the chart above, median best-selling speakers receives a consumer score of 9.1 (great). Both Edifier R1280T and Klipsch R-51PM receive customer reviews that average out above that median threshold.
Edifier R1280T |
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9.1 Great
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Klipsch R-51PM |
In comparison:
9.4 Amazing
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Median best-selling Speakers |
In comparison:
Q Acoustics Concept 20 ranks #60 out of 118. Very high levels of customer satisfaction. Go to rankings 9.1 Great
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Edifier R1280T is more popular than Klipsch R-51PM
It's fairly safe to say that Edifier R1280T are more popular speakers than Klipsch R-51PM, based on their 10,000+ reviews. Popularity is determined based on product sales. Note that older and cheaper products tend to sell more.
To consider
Table: Top compared alternatives for Edifier R1280T and Klipsch R-51PM | |||||
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Micca MB42X | $90 |
In comparison:
9.6 Amazing
| No expert recommendations | Cheaper Better Reviews | |
Edifier P12 | $100 |
In comparison:
9.1 Great
| No expert recommendations | ||
Klipsch R-14M | $114 |
In comparison:
9.6 Amazing
| No expert recommendations | Better Reviews | |
Edifier R980T | $88 |
In comparison:
9.1 Great
| No expert recommendations | Cheaper |
Rank | Change | Price | Speakers | hifioasis.com | What Hi-Fi | The Master Switch | Rolling Stone | Gear Patrol | T3 | Wirecutter | Pitchfork | ZD Net | SoundGuys |
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1 | - | $1539 | Kef LS50 The Kef LS50 bookshelf speakers are highly recommended for their exceptional sound quality, versatile frequency response, unique design, and range of connectivity options, making them suitable for a range of music genres and listening environments. | - | 1 | 3 | - | 2 | 7 | - | - | 4 | - |
2 | - | $404 | Q Acoustics 3020i The Q Acoustics 3020i bookshelf speakers offer excellent sound quality, versatility, and a modern design, making them a great option for audiophiles who prioritize accuracy and transparency in their sound system. | 5 | - | 4 | - | 9 | - | 2 | 7 | - | - |
3 | - | $700 | Elac Uni-Fi 2.0 | 1 | - | 1 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
4 | - | Check price | Bowers & Wilkins 606 S2 The Bowers & Wilkins 606 S2 Anniversary Edition bookshelf speaker delivers excellent sound performance across the frequency range, with punchy and dynamic bass, a wide frequency response, and a purposeful design, making it a great choice for music and home theater use. | - | - | 9 | - | 7 | 5 | - | - | 5 | - |
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Expert reviews [3]
- with a score: 3
- without a score: 0
Highest score by 7Review | 100 |
Average score based on 3 reviews | 93 |
Lowest score by Audio Direct | 90 |
Score distribution:
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- 2 x AUX INPUT - Convenient connection to any device that has a 3.5mm headphone output or dual RCA output. Connect to two devices via AUX at the same time, no plugging and switching needed.
- STUDIO SOUND QUALITY - Natural sound reproduction from 13mm silk dome tweeter and 4 inch full range unit
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- Powered monitor
- Bluetooth wireless technology
- Phono/line analog (with switch and ground screw terminal)
- 3.5 millimeter analog Mini jack
- USB digital
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Tweeters produce the highest frequencies in sound, typically anything above 2,000 Hz. Usually located at the top of the speaker, tweeters come in different shapes (detailed below) and sizes. Generally speaking, the size of the tweeter is not as important as the shape. But, for some guidance, consider that a larger tweeter (measured by diameter in inches or millimeters) will likely be louder and able to disperse sound over a larger area.
Speakers with midrange drivers (i.e., at least three-way speakers) have a distinct advantage over two-way speakers. Adding a midrange driver to the mix allows tweeters and woofers to focus on the sound waves they’re best equipped to produce—high tones and low tones respectively. More specific and focused drivers means more accurate, robust sound. Compared to the other drivers, midranges cover sounds, not surprisingly, in the middle of high/treble and low/bass tones. The human voice and most instruments fall into this range. For more sophisticated listeners, or for those who truly want the best sound reproduction, a midrange driver is crucial.
The woofer is the driver that is responsible for low frequency sounds and bass - crucial for well-rounded, booming sound. It is the biggest driver in size, and is usually shaped like a cone. When reviewing different bookshelf speakers, you will often see a measurement in the product name, starting as low as 4” and ranging to 6 ½” or more. This measurement refers to the diameter of the woofer. A general rule of thumb is a bigger woofer means louder, more powerful bass. But, as with any speaker metric, this number alone doesn’t describe the loudness of the speaker and should be taken into consideration with other measurements such as sensitivity, which describes the loudness of a speaker per watt.
- Speaker connecting cable
- Dual RCA to dual RCA audio cable
- 3.5 mm to dual RCA audio connecting cable
- • Bluetooth® wireless technology
- • Phono/Line analog (with switch and ground screw terminal)
- • 3.5mm analog mini jack
- • USB digital
- • Optical digital
- Comes with remote control.
- Fully featured inputs for HD audio.
- Button controls for treble, bass and volume knobs.
Edifier R1280T are a top selling option at the bottom of the price range. They're a #1 bestseller in speakers category and have dozens of popular alternatives in the same price range, such as Edifier P12 or Rockville HD5B .
Edifier R1280T were released in 2017. There are quite a few newer speakers on the market. Show newer Speakers
Edifier R1280T are $160 cheaper than the average speakers ($259.99).
Klipsch R-51PM are a very popular and one of the more expensive options. They're in the top 3 bestselling speakers and have many popular alternatives in the same price range, such as Klipsch The Fives or Infinity Reference 162 .
Klipsch R-51PM were released in 2018. There are a few newer speakers on the market. Show newer Speakers
Klipsch R-51PM are $240 more expensive than average speakers ($259.99).