A new pair of bookshelf speakers from Edifier should catch the attention of Apple users who love clear sound from a compact package — the Edifier MR3 2.0 Monitor Speaker System. And the near-field monitor system brings studio-quality audio to your desktop at a surprisingly accessible price point of $120.
The wired or wireless MR3 speakers earned the coveted Hi-Res Audio certification, making them an ideal companion for Apple Music’s lossless audio streaming. With a flat frequency response in a wide range, from 52Hz to 40kHz, these speakers deliver the kind of neutral, transparent sound reproduction that audio professionals and discerning listeners demand.
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Edifier MR3 2.0 Monitor Speaker System
What sets the MR3 system apart is its sophisticated digital architecture, Edifier noted. The system employs Texas Instruments’ Class D amplification configured for 24bit/96kHz processing — ensuring that every note from your MacBook Pro or iPad comes through clearly. Each unit houses a 3.5-inch mid-low driver and a 1-inch silk dome tweeter with a specially designed waveguide for improved high-frequency dispersion.
I’m hoping to review these speakers soon for Cult of Mac, so look out for that.
Room compensation features
Each speaker delivers 18W RMS power output, providing enough punch to fill a medium-sized room while maintaining precise control for near-field listening. Near-field refers to when you put them right on your monitor stand pointed at your head from just a few feet away at low to moderate volume.
For Mac users who take their audio seriously, the MR3’s room compensation features should appeal. The Edifier ConneX app offers granular control over acoustic settings, allowing users to optimize performance based on their space, Edifier said. Whether you’re editing in Final Cut Pro, producing music in Logic Pro, or simply enjoying Apple Music, the speakers’ adjustable high and low frequency controls (±6dB) help achieve the perfect sound balance.
Plenty of connectivity and control options
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The speakers feature modern connectivity options, including Bluetooth 5.4. And you get balanced TRS inputs for professional audio interfaces, plus RCA and AUX inputs for versatility. A dedicated headphone output makes it easy to switch to private listening without reaching for dongles or adapters.
The speakers’ physical design reflects some nice attention to detail, with MDF cabinets that minimize distortion and resonance.
Perhaps most impressive is how Edifier has integrated smart controls into the system. The front-panel knob handles power, volume and sound-effect switching, while the ConneX app provides deeper customization options, including Bluetooth playback control and EQ settings.
Edifier MR3 2.0 Monitor Speaker System features at a glance:
- Flat frequency response from 52Hz to 40kHz
- Dimpled tweeter waveguides for flatter and more extended high-frequency response
- Hi-Res Audio certified, supporting 24bit/96kHz high-resolution audio processing.
- Multiple settings for acoustic room compensation
- Fine-tuned 3.5-inch mid-low drivers and 1-inch silk dome tweeters
- 18W x 2 (RMS) total output power, with SPL up to 92.5dB (@ 1 meter)
- The MDF cabinet effectively reduces distortion and resonance.
- Balanced TRS, RCA and AUX inputs, with a headphone output socket
- Bluetooth V5.4 audio receiver
- Color choice: black or whiteEdifier MR3 2.0 Monitor Speaker System$119.99
These powered studio monitor speakers are Hi-Res Audio certified and connect via wire or Bluetooth V5.4. They include a headphone output and an array of control options.
01/03/2025 05:58 pm GMT
Buy from: Edifier-online.com or Amazon
Source: Edifier
