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Edifier
R2000DB
around $200
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94 Pros
80%
9 reviews (1h 22m)
23 Cons
Discover the perfect blend of elegant design and powerful performance with the Edifier R2000DB bookshelf speakers. Engineered to impress, these speakers deliver a dynamic and engaging listening experience, featuring 120 watts of clean power, a 5.25-inch woofer for deep, impactful bass, and silk dome tweeters for crisp, smooth highs. Their stunning ...
87%
34 vs 5
Features
69%
22 vs 10
Sound Quality
74%
14 vs 5
Design
100%
6 vs 0
Durability
100%
6 vs 0
Connectivity
Reviewer verdict
Across 9 YouTube reviews, the Edifier R2000DB earns a Summa score of 4.2/5, ranking #15 among Bluetooth Speakers. Reviewers most often praise its features, sound quality, design, while the most common criticisms concern sound quality, features.
The R2000DB is widely praised for its feature set and versatility, with many reviewers (34 mentions) noting the bundled remote control, multiple inputs (RCA, 3.5mm, optical), Bluetooth connectivity, tone controls, and included cables and accessories. Reviewers also frequently (22 mentions) compliment the sound quality, describing clear, dynamic output with strong bass for the speaker size, smooth treble, good stereo imaging, and surprisingly powerful loudness. The wooden, piano-black/slanted design and solid build were repeatedly mentioned (14 and 6 mentions respectively) as attractive and stable for desktop or small-room use. Across price/value comments (11 mentions) many find the speakers a strong value for their sound and features compared with more expensive options.
Criticisms center mostly on sound tuning and usability: several reviewers (10 mentions) point out consumer-tilted EQ with exaggerated bass/treble, occasional hiss at high volume, and potential distortion or harshness at loud levels. Some feature gaps were noted (5 mentions) such as lack of phono preamp, no balanced inputs, and there being less advertised power compared with a few competitors. The small, cheap-feeling remote and its low-contrast labeling drew multiple complaints (5 mentions), and a few reviewers suggested the speakers may not satisfy strict studio/audiophile monitoring needs. A minority also felt the speakers’ size, finish, or price could be drawbacks for certain buyers.
Analysis based on 9 YouTube reviews (1h 22m of video) with 94 pros and 23 cons extracted.
Pros (94)
Features (34)
- Total RMS of 120 watts max ▶ EDIFIER R2000DB 2.0 Speaker System 120W / Bluetooth / Lighti @ 1:37
- Multiple connection options including RCA, optical out, and Bluetooth 2.1 ▶ EDIFIER R2000DB 2.0 Speaker System 120W / Bluetooth / Lighti @ 1:48
- They come with a remote control, full DSP, optical input, Bluetooth, RCA inputs, and tone controls. ▶ Review! A Dozen Self-Powered Speakers | Kanto Yu-6 | Edifier @ 2:57
- They deliver 60 watts per side, which is sufficient for many uses. ▶ Review! A Dozen Self-Powered Speakers | Kanto Yu-6 | Edifier @ 3:57
- The Edifier r2000db offers Bluetooth connectivity allowing easy wireless streaming from mobile devices. ▶ Best Edifier Speakers in 2023 (Top 5 Picks For Any Budget) @ 2:37
- Multiple input options including RCA, 3.5mm, optical, and Bluetooth ▶ Edifier R2000DB Bluetooth Speakers Hands-on @ 1:42
- Only one speaker requires power connection, simplifying setup ▶ Edifier R2000DB Bluetooth Speakers Hands-on @ 1:57
- Master volume, bass, and treble controls available on the speaker ▶ Edifier R2000DB Bluetooth Speakers Hands-on @ 2:09
- Included remote control provides easy access to power, volume, input selection, and EQ presets ▶ Edifier R2000DB Bluetooth Speakers Hands-on @ 3:12
- They feature a 5 and quarter woofer and a 1 inch dome tweeter, providing 60 watts RMS power per channel. ▶ Edifier R2000DB desktop bluetooth speakers review as Studio @ 0:22
- Each speaker is bi-amplified with separate amplification for tweeter and woofer, with crossovers handled by a potent ESP from Texas Instruments. ▶ Edifier R2000DB desktop bluetooth speakers review as Studio @ 0:40
- Remote control works and allows volume control to avoid hiss. ▶ Edifier R2000DB desktop bluetooth speakers review as Studio @ 5:34
- Speakers come with a party mode and bass reflect supports included. ▶ Edifier R2000DB desktop bluetooth speakers review as Studio @ 7:02
- Includes multiple cables (RCA, 3.5mm, optical) with good length for versatile connections ▶ Edifier R2000DB Bookshelf Speaker Review @ 0:15
- 60 watts total power (30 watts per speaker) with tweeter and 5-inch dome for bass ▶ Edifier R2000DB Bookshelf Speaker Review @ 2:44
- Remote control with mute, power, volume, and input options ▶ Edifier R2000DB Bookshelf Speaker Review @ 1:21
- Bass and treble knobs allow easy sound customization with stops for precise control ▶ Edifier R2000DB Bookshelf Speaker Review @ 4:45
- Has an amplified speaker section and a passive speaker which attaches to it ▶ Edifier R2000DB Bluetooth Home Speakers - Review and Sound t @ 0:06
- Offers two RCA inputs and an optical input ▶ Edifier R2000DB Bluetooth Home Speakers - Review and Sound t @ 0:14
- Comes with a remote control and DSP Digital Signal Processor ▶ Edifier R2000DB Bluetooth Home Speakers - Review and Sound t @ 0:17
- Clear and informative instructions with good diagrams ▶ Edifier R2000DB Bluetooth Home Speakers - Review and Sound t @ 0:35
- Includes a cleaning cloth and multiple auxiliary inputs (3.5mm jack and twin RCA) ▶ Edifier R2000DB Bluetooth Home Speakers - Review and Sound t @ 0:46
- Gold-plated connectors ▶ Edifier R2000DB Bluetooth Home Speakers - Review and Sound t @ 1:03
- Remote control can manage source, volume, standby, and mute ▶ Edifier R2000DB Bluetooth Home Speakers - Review and Sound t @ 1:19
- Supplied cable is thick, good length (3m), and has DIN connectors ▶ Edifier R2000DB Bluetooth Home Speakers - Review and Sound t @ 1:32
- LED indicator shows input source clearly ▶ Edifier R2000DB Bluetooth Home Speakers - Review and Sound t @ 2:16
- LED indicator uses three colors to show input mode (green for auxiliary, red for optical, blue for Bluetooth) ▶ Edifier R2000DB Bluetooth Home Speakers - Review and Sound t @ 3:41
- Has Bluetooth connectivity in the R1280DB version. ▶ Best Powered Bookshelf Speakers for Every Budget - 2025 @ 3:11
- Features a 4-inch woofer and 1-inch tweeter with 42 Watts power. ▶ Best Powered Bookshelf Speakers for Every Budget - 2025 @ 3:18
- Includes two RCA inputs and a sub out for expansion with a subwoofer. ▶ Best Powered Bookshelf Speakers for Every Budget - 2025 @ 3:25
- Comes with a cute little remote for convenient control. ▶ Best Powered Bookshelf Speakers for Every Budget - 2025 @ 3:51
- The power cords are nice and long. ▶ Edifier R2000DB | Review | Best Bluetooth Bookshelf Speaker? @ 2:46
- They have optical input and multiple input options including 3.5mm and RCA. ▶ Edifier R2000DB | Review | Best Bluetooth Bookshelf Speaker? @ 1:21
- Unique powerful 120 RMS wireless Bluetooth speaker system ▶ EDIFIER R2000DB 2.0 Speaker System 120W / Bluetooth / Lighti @ 0:08
Sound Quality (22)
- Very powerful and loud multimedia speaker system ▶ EDIFIER R2000DB 2.0 Speaker System 120W / Bluetooth / Lighti @ 3:10
- Amazing quality sound and very powerful bass ▶ EDIFIER R2000DB 2.0 Speaker System 120W / Bluetooth / Lighti @ 2:57
- They feature a lovely three-quarter inch dome tweeter and five and a quarter inch two-way drivers that sound every bit as good as $500 speakers. ▶ Review! A Dozen Self-Powered Speakers | Kanto Yu-6 | Edifier @ 2:06
- The tweeter is smooth and silky, not bright or harsh, providing tight, powerful, crisp, clean bass, mids, and highs. ▶ Review! A Dozen Self-Powered Speakers | Kanto Yu-6 | Edifier @ 2:22
- These speakers throw precise imaging and a good soundstage, better than typical studio monitors like Presonus, Mackie, Yamaha, and JBL 305. ▶ Review! A Dozen Self-Powered Speakers | Kanto Yu-6 | Edifier @ 8:00
- Rich bass sound with a hollowed woofer design ▶ Edifier R2000DB Bluetooth Speakers Hands-on @ 2:38
- Good sound quality suitable for music listening and video editing ▶ Edifier R2000DB Bluetooth Speakers Hands-on @ 3:48
- They provide more than 101 decibels of dynamic range and a flat frequency response from 20 to 20,000 Hertz. ▶ Edifier R2000DB desktop bluetooth speakers review as Studio @ 0:44
- Bass response tested down to 48 Hertz with adequate response despite small size. ▶ Edifier R2000DB desktop bluetooth speakers review as Studio @ 1:14
- Speakers produce nice dynamics, good bass extension, and very smooth treble. ▶ Edifier R2000DB desktop bluetooth speakers review as Studio @ 1:32
- Stereo imaging is far superior due to ability to spread speakers apart. ▶ Edifier R2000DB desktop bluetooth speakers review as Studio @ 2:10
- After adjusting bass and treble controls and adding bass reflect supports, sound quality improved significantly, comparable or better than Yamaha HS5 studio monitors. ▶ Edifier R2000DB desktop bluetooth speakers review as Studio @ 3:57
- Stereo imaging is very good and less fatiguing than some studio monitors. ▶ Edifier R2000DB desktop bluetooth speakers review as Studio @ 4:22
- Speakers reveal bad mixes clearly and good mixes sound characterful. ▶ Edifier R2000DB desktop bluetooth speakers review as Studio @ 4:38
- Hiss at full volume is manageable and can be eliminated by setting audio source to max output and controlling volume via remote. ▶ Edifier R2000DB desktop bluetooth speakers review as Studio @ 5:13
- Sound output is very good across bass, mids, and treble with a nice rich bass and perky treble that is not too bright or aggressive ▶ Edifier R2000DB Bluetooth Home Speakers - Review and Sound t @ 7:09
- Overall delivers a very good sound output ▶ Edifier R2000DB Bluetooth Home Speakers - Review and Sound t @ 7:33
- These are probably the best sounding Bluetooth speakers I have compared to my Amazon Echo and UE Boom. ▶ Edifier R2000DB | Review | Best Bluetooth Bookshelf Speaker? @ 2:29
- The speakers sound really good with surprisingly strong bass for their size. ▶ Edifier R2000DB | Review | Best Bluetooth Bookshelf Speaker? @ 7:44
- They produce incredibly bassy sound from just 4-5 inch drivers. ▶ Edifier R2000DB | Review | Best Bluetooth Bookshelf Speaker? @ 7:47
- They are on a whole other level of sound quality compared to smaller Bluetooth speakers. ▶ Edifier R2000DB | Review | Best Bluetooth Bookshelf Speaker? @ 7:09
- They provide clear and dynamic sound that enhances music, movies, and games. ▶ Best Edifier Speakers in 2023 (Top 5 Picks For Any Budget) @ 2:22
Design (14)
- Three dials for treble, bass and master volume ▶ EDIFIER R2000DB 2.0 Speaker System 120W / Bluetooth / Lighti @ 1:43
- Compact bookshelf style speakers with an inclined design to direct sound towards the listener ▶ Edifier R2000DB Bluetooth Speakers Hands-on @ 1:02
- Piano black finish with leather accents, giving a premium look ▶ Edifier R2000DB Bluetooth Speakers Hands-on @ 1:21
- Slanted design is practical for desktop use when sitting close to monitors. ▶ Edifier R2000DB desktop bluetooth speakers review as Studio @ 3:24
- Nice aesthetic design with a polished piano finish ▶ Edifier R2000DB Bookshelf Speaker Review @ 3:55
- Attractive and compact speaker design, looks good with or without grills ▶ Edifier R2000DB Bluetooth Home Speakers - Review and Sound t @ 1:41
- Speakers have a nice wooden casing with ripple effect ▶ Edifier R2000DB Bluetooth Home Speakers - Review and Sound t @ 2:00
- Rear panel controls are simple and effective with tactile feedback for treble and volume knobs ▶ Edifier R2000DB Bluetooth Home Speakers - Review and Sound t @ 2:29
- Base reflex design and glossy piano black finish on side panels ▶ Edifier R2000DB Bluetooth Home Speakers - Review and Sound t @ 3:14
- The wood finish is good because it doesn't show fingerprints. ▶ Edifier R2000DB | Review | Best Bluetooth Bookshelf Speaker? @ 2:39
- Available in two color choices: cherry wood or piano black ▶ EDIFIER R2000DB 2.0 Speaker System 120W / Bluetooth / Lighti @ 0:21
- Premium design made completely from wood and finished in piano black ▶ EDIFIER R2000DB 2.0 Speaker System 120W / Bluetooth / Lighti @ 1:29
- Speakers have a nice weight to them, total weight 9.7 kgs ▶ EDIFIER R2000DB 2.0 Speaker System 120W / Bluetooth / Lighti @ 1:26
- They have a sleek and modern design that blends well with any room decor. ▶ Best Edifier Speakers in 2023 (Top 5 Picks For Any Budget) @ 2:30
Value (11)
- They are very smooth, silky, and sweet sounding speakers that are great for the price range of $150 to $250. ▶ Review! A Dozen Self-Powered Speakers | Kanto Yu-6 | Edifier @ 9:33
- They are a steal at prices as low as $150, offering amazing sound quality and beautiful design. ▶ Review! A Dozen Self-Powered Speakers | Kanto Yu-6 | Edifier @ 10:52
- Affordable price point around $179 USD or $299 CAD ▶ Edifier R2000DB Bluetooth Speakers Hands-on @ 3:59
- Available from multiple retailers including Amazon and Newegg ▶ Edifier R2000DB Bluetooth Speakers Hands-on @ 4:51
- Edifier r2000db speakers have 97% positive reviews online. ▶ Edifier R2000DB desktop bluetooth speakers review as Studio @ 0:02
- Sound quality is better than Bose SoundTouch 30, despite Bose costing double or triple the price. ▶ Edifier R2000DB desktop bluetooth speakers review as Studio @ 1:46
- Great sounding desktop or living room speakers with Bluetooth at this price range, best bang for the buck. ▶ Edifier R2000DB desktop bluetooth speakers review as Studio @ 2:30
- Affordable price around $150 retail in China, offering excellent price-performance ratio. ▶ Edifier R2000DB desktop bluetooth speakers review as Studio @ 6:54
- Widely loved in the audio community for its price and overall sound quality. ▶ Best Powered Bookshelf Speakers for Every Budget - 2025 @ 2:55
- Affordable price point around $100 to $115, offering excellent value. ▶ Best Powered Bookshelf Speakers for Every Budget - 2025 @ 3:45
- The speakers are reasonably priced for the sound quality and build. ▶ Edifier R2000DB | Review | Best Bluetooth Bookshelf Speaker? @ 7:20
Durability (6)
- Edifier R2000DB speakers have incredible build quality with a beautiful black piano lacquer finish and faux black leather matte finish on the front and top. ▶ Review! A Dozen Self-Powered Speakers | Kanto Yu-6 | Edifier @ 1:13
- The connecting wire is very high quality, thick, and long, with a twisted braid design. ▶ Review! A Dozen Self-Powered Speakers | Kanto Yu-6 | Edifier @ 3:19
- Speakers are solid and have a good weight, indicating quality build ▶ Edifier R2000DB Bookshelf Speaker Review @ 2:33
- Rubber feet provide stability and vibration absorption ▶ Edifier R2000DB Bookshelf Speaker Review @ 5:33
- Rubber pads on bottom help absorb vibration ▶ Edifier R2000DB Bluetooth Home Speakers - Review and Sound t @ 3:35
- They feel solid and have a nice chunk of speaker material. ▶ Edifier R2000DB | Review | Best Bluetooth Bookshelf Speaker? @ 2:35
Connectivity (6)
- Bluetooth compatibility allows streaming from various devices ▶ Edifier R2000DB Bluetooth Speakers Hands-on @ 2:13
- Bluetooth listening experience is surprisingly good and stable. ▶ Edifier R2000DB desktop bluetooth speakers review as Studio @ 1:44
- Bluetooth works well with only one disconnection in a Wi-Fi dense environment. ▶ Edifier R2000DB desktop bluetooth speakers review as Studio @ 2:20
- Bluetooth connectivity works well and pairs easily ▶ Edifier R2000DB Bookshelf Speaker Review @ 2:16
- Can connect multiple devices simultaneously (Bluetooth, optical, RCA) ▶ Edifier R2000DB Bookshelf Speaker Review @ 9:46
- Includes Bluetooth connectivity ▶ Edifier R2000DB Bluetooth Home Speakers - Review and Sound t @ 0:12
Portability (1)
- Good for bookshelf or small room use ▶ Edifier R2000DB Bookshelf Speaker Review @ 0:54
Cons (23)
Sound Quality (10)
- Speakers are tuned for consumer Hi-Fi with exaggerated bass and treble, which may not suit all tastes. ▶ Edifier R2000DB desktop bluetooth speakers review as Studio @ 1:35
- Initial listening impressions for home studio monitoring were not good due to exaggerated bass and lack of detailed mids and flat bass. ▶ Edifier R2000DB desktop bluetooth speakers review as Studio @ 3:37
- Hiss present at full volume, which can be annoying. ▶ Edifier R2000DB desktop bluetooth speakers review as Studio @ 5:15
- Sound quality is digitally enhanced, not raw or studio quality ▶ Edifier R2000DB Bookshelf Speaker Review @ 2:58
- Bass can distort and sound muddy at higher volumes ▶ Edifier R2000DB Bookshelf Speaker Review @ 8:27
- High frequencies can be too peaky and harsh, causing listening fatigue ▶ Edifier R2000DB Bookshelf Speaker Review @ 8:38
- Sound can become muffled despite bass compensation ▶ Edifier R2000DB Bookshelf Speaker Review @ 9:01
- Volume control on speakers can keep going without stops, making it hard to gauge level ▶ Edifier R2000DB Bookshelf Speaker Review @ 5:01
- Does not have a gradual volume build-up and cannot go super quiet ▶ Edifier R2000DB Bookshelf Speaker Review @ 10:38
- Not a hardcore audiophile speaker, so sound may not satisfy very demanding users. ▶ Best Powered Bookshelf Speakers for Every Budget - 2025 @ 3:41
Features (5)
- At this price range, expected at least Dolby DTS support especially with optical out ▶ EDIFIER R2000DB 2.0 Speaker System 120W / Bluetooth / Lighti @ 3:03
- The speakers only deliver 60 watts per side, which is less power compared to some competitors that offer 120 watts per side. ▶ Review! A Dozen Self-Powered Speakers | Kanto Yu-6 | Edifier @ 3:57
- They lack a built-in phono preamp, so if you want to connect a turntable without a phono preamp, you will need an external one. ▶ Review! A Dozen Self-Powered Speakers | Kanto Yu-6 | Edifier @ 10:05
- No balanced input provided, requiring unbalanced connection or optical digital input. ▶ Edifier R2000DB desktop bluetooth speakers review as Studio @ 6:04
- Forgot to plug in the second speaker initially, which was a user error but noted during review. ▶ Edifier R2000DB | Review | Best Bluetooth Bookshelf Speaker? @ 5:00
Design (5)
- Remote control is small, feels cheap, and easy to misplace. ▶ Edifier R2000DB desktop bluetooth speakers review as Studio @ 5:47
- Remote control lettering is dim gray rather than white, making it harder to see in low light ▶ Edifier R2000DB Bluetooth Home Speakers - Review and Sound t @ 1:13
- Glossy piano black finish is prone to picking up fingerprints ▶ Edifier R2000DB Bluetooth Home Speakers - Review and Sound t @ 3:23
- Remote control could be improved by using a larger standard design for better visibility in darker conditions ▶ Edifier R2000DB Bluetooth Home Speakers - Review and Sound t @ 7:24
- The remote control is very small and feels dinky, probably won't be used much. ▶ Edifier R2000DB | Review | Best Bluetooth Bookshelf Speaker? @ 1:40
Other (1)
- Price range (£165-£200) may have better alternatives in the market ▶ Edifier R2000DB Bookshelf Speaker Review @ 9:28
Portability (1)
- The speakers are a bit smaller than expected. ▶ Edifier R2000DB | Review | Best Bluetooth Bookshelf Speaker? @ 3:48
Value (1)
- The Edifier r2000db speakers can be slightly expensive, which may not suit budget-conscious buyers. ▶ Best Edifier Speakers in 2023 (Top 5 Picks For Any Budget) @ 2:48
Review sources
- Edifier R2000DB desktop bluetooth speakers review as Studio Monitors? 19 pros, 5 cons
- Edifier R2000DB Bluetooth Home Speakers - Review and Sound test by Mr Baz Reviews — 18 pros, 3 cons
- Edifier R2000DB Bookshelf Speaker Review by MXDOUT — 10 pros, 7 cons
- Edifier R2000DB | Review | Best Bluetooth Bookshelf Speaker? 9 pros, 3 cons
- Review! A Dozen Self-Powered Speakers | Kanto Yu-6 | Edifier R2000DB & More 9 pros, 2 cons
- Edifier R2000DB Bluetooth Speakers Hands-on by YourTechReport — 11 pros, 0 cons
- EDIFIER R2000DB 2.0 Speaker System 120W / Bluetooth / LightintheBox by Chigz Tech Reviews — 9 pros, 1 cons
- Best Powered Bookshelf Speakers for Every Budget - 2025 6 pros, 1 cons
- Best Edifier Speakers in 2023 (Top 5 Picks For Any Budget) by 10BestOnes — 3 pros, 1 cons
Frequently asked questions
Is the Edifier R2000DB worth buying?
Based on 9 independent YouTube reviews, the Edifier R2000DB scores 4.2/5 with 94 positive and 23 negative points mentioned by reviewers, placing it #15 in the Bluetooth Speakers category.
What do reviewers like most about the Edifier R2000DB?
The most praised aspects are features, sound quality, design — Features (34 mentions), Sound Quality (22 mentions), Design (14 mentions).
What are the most common complaints about the Edifier R2000DB?
Reviewers most frequently criticize sound quality, features — Sound Quality (10 mentions), Features (5 mentions).
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