Neither Edifier R2000DB nor Klipsch RB-51 II were recommended by experts this month
On 2 Apr 2024 (16 days ago) we went through 80 Speakers expert endorsements , however neither Edifier R2000DB nor Klipsch RB-51 II were included in any of those recommendations. Since neither Speakers received a single endorsement, as far as expert recommendations go, it's technically a tie. We do, however, recommend taking a look at Kef LS50 or other critically acclaimed Bookshelf Speakers of this month.
For reference, Kef LS50 received 5 endorsements this month, from What Hi-Fi (8 Feb 2024), The Master Switch (4 Oct 2023) Gear Patrol (5 Jan 2024) and 2 others.
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 | - |
N/A | N/A | $330 | Edifier R2000DB The Edifier R2000DB speakers have received positive reviews for their sound quality, design, connectivity, and power handling, making them a versatile and stylish option for enhancing the audio experience in various settings. | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
N/A | N/A | $249 | Klipsch RB-51 II | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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Customers like Klipsch RB-51 II noticeably 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 RB-51 II
CS of 10 is similar to a 4.8 star review, CS of 0 is similar to a 2 star review.
Klipsch RB-51 II, the cheaper option, tends to get more favorable reviews than Edifier R2000DB.
As can be seen in the chart above, median best-selling speakers receives a consumer score of 9.1 (great). Both Edifier R2000DB and Klipsch RB-51 II receive customer reviews that average out above that median threshold.
Edifier R2000DB |
In comparison:
9.1 Great
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Klipsch RB-51 II |
In comparison:
10.0 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 R2000DB is more popular than Klipsch RB-51 II
It's fairly safe to say that Edifier R2000DB are more popular speakers than Klipsch RB-51 II, based on their 1,000+ 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 R2000DB and Klipsch RB-51 II | |||||
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Elac Debut 2.0 B6.2 | $280 |
In comparison:
9.4 Amazing
| 3 expert recommendations | ||
Klipsch RP-600M | $349 |
In comparison:
9.9 Amazing
| No expert recommendations | More Popular | |
Klipsch R-51PM | $297 |
In comparison:
9.4 Amazing
| No expert recommendations | More Popular | |
Elac B5.2 | $230 |
In comparison:
9.6 Amazing
| 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 | - | $359 | 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 [15]
- with a score: 1
- without a score: 14
Score distribution:
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0-20 |
Expert reviews [2]
- with a score: 0
- without a score: 2
- BLUETOOTH CONNECTION - Pair your phone, tablet or computer for a true hassle free wireless experience, perfect for any iOS, Android, MacOS or Windows device.
- OPTICAL INPUT - Enjoy lossless digital connection from your TV, TV Box, DVD/blu-ray player, receiver, HTPC, computer or gaming consoles.
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- Highly efficient design produces more output using less energy and plays louder with less distortion than the competition
- Enhanced 1" titanium Linear Travel Suspension horn-loaded tweeter
- 5.25" high-output Cerametallic woofer
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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.
- 3.5mm to dual RCA audio cable
- Dual RCA to dual RCA audio cable
- Fiber optical connecting cable
- Speaker connecting cable
- MDF wooden enclosure for great quality of sound
- Advanced 25 mm silk dome “Eagle Eye” tweeters
Edifier R2000DB are a very popular and one of the more expensive options. They're in the top 3 bestselling speakers and have dozens of popular alternatives in the same price range, such as PSB Alpha P5 or Klipsch RP-600M .
Edifier R2000DB were released in 2016. There are a lot of newer speakers on the market. Show newer Speakers
Edifier R2000DB are $70 more expensive than average speakers ($259.99).
Klipsch RB-51 II are a popular option in the middle of the speakers price range. They're in the top 3 bestselling speakers and have dozens of popular alternatives in the same price range, such as Klipsch RB-81 II or Sonos One .
Klipsch RB-51 II were released in 2010. There are a lot of newer speakers on the market. Show newer Speakers
Klipsch RB-51 II are $10.99 less expensive than average speakers ($259.99).