Edifier R1700BT Speaker Review and Sound Demo [Should you buy these BUDGET studio speakers in 2021?]

[@VectorAero]

The major difference between the R1700BT and R1700BTs is the BTs has a subwoofer output. That's a huge consideration for some people.

[@techedoutwithryan3391]

Pinning this

[@5pacekitty]

you saved me, thank you

[@hiddenspirit9180]

and the bts one has aptx hd support 🤘

[@Lostpineappl]

wow thanks for advice, just went non bts but will cancel, ability to ad a sub later is a big changer for me

[@typical2050]

’m pretty sure the bts has a little less bass for that reason but it’s not noticeable.

[@trevorwilkinson7744]

Sold my Audioengine A5s after 3 years with them...and bought these 2 months ago....love their sound....I use them with my laptop and flac files....listening to Sympathy for the Devil right now and I'm in heaven!

[@justinsummers1757]

Great review Ryan. I just received my R1700BTs today. I followed along with everything you stated about the speakers and I agree with mostly all you said. When I went out to pick up the box (Amazon delivered), I was quite surprised at the weight of the box. I had to readjust my stance to maintain the weight of these speakers. I unboxed them and placed them on my bookshelf of my office. They are very aesthetically attractive and they put out a great sound. I will probably purchase another pair for one of the other rooms in my house. Thanks Ryan!

[@techedoutwithryan3391]

Thank you for watching and leaving such a nice comment, I’m glad you like them!

[@Gabson9]

I had numerous Edifiers - 1280dbs, S880, 2000db, D12, even Airpulse A200 which is premium Edifier sub-brand. For music enjoyment and simply listening 1700BT and D12 beat them all.

[@dantetriad3042]

Which one is better for watching movies?

[@ryansantaana]

Ryan, you convinced another Ryan to purchase these!

[@techedoutwithryan3391]

Love to see it!

[@ryanmaree]

Ryan, you’ve convinced a third Ryan to purchase these

[@manuheber9011]

@@techedoutwithryan3391 I bought these speakers new from a home electronic store for 80 €!😆

[@AbhayRajan]

Would you recommend these for serious broke music producers? Like, I saw Presonus Eris 3.5, their freq response is 80 to 20khz and R1700bt have 60 to 20khz...

[@jazzforever4631]

Well Presonus Eris 3,5 are recording monitors. In another word a production tool. They are almost flat, even emphesize mid range, which is important for having real picture what in mix IS WRONG. So for casual listening they might cause fatique. And they likely resonant round 100-150 Hz. Might tbe he result of Bass Reflex (I have filled it with foam). But Edifier is for daily enjoy of listening of various audio material. They sound incredibly pleasant. Technically wise, it is advanced one. They have Bi-Amping, tweeters have its own stereo amplifier and woofers as like. So they have four pin cable. inter box connection And they have built in "loudness" device ballancing high and lows on various power settings. I use both Eris and Edifier in studio. Eris for critical reference (like "aurratone") and Edifier giving me the real picture how listener hears my music.

[@nelsoncaraig3120]

Great great review sir Ryan, very informative video

[@fabricatedapparel]

so happy you used juice wrld as your example. rip juice 999

[@deadwifiphone]

Can they be used for music production?

[@boie4216]

Good luck in reaching 1000 subscribers!

[@AbideinChristSealed]

The R1700BTs are 52Hz vs 60Hz for the R1700BT! $10 well spent EDIT: PLUS A SUB OUT on the R1700BTs ...SOLD

[@junkyardwillie8320]

That subwoofer output on the bts was something i didn’t even learn about in my prepossible purchase obsessive research. Something i might consider for 10 more dollars if i’d ever like to hook up a sub to these

[@D3ft0ne]

Love the review, but these - are not studio monitors. They are quite biased and bass heavy, which can be eq'ed easily - meant for an easy connectivity/ consumer listening. I mean you can use them, if you need for your mixing, but would not as flat as Mackies or Yamahas would get. And they do not have 1/4 inch in for a proper Audio interface.

[@manuelcucho4481]

Do you think is a good option for my bedroom? I mean just for hear music

[@marcussarandopoulos5150]

I like your energy bro, i just subscribed, will you be doing more videos? I saw that the last video you did was 9 months ago

[@NoPro1962]

I just ordered some of these I did not realize for 10 bucks more you could get the updated version like you said they sound the same wanted to ask what is the music genre in your opening not the funky rap stuff.

[@user-kt6fp8me6h]

Are these speakers at LEAST "very loud" I'm not looking for earth shattering noise but I don't want to buy them then regret it becasue I can't "turn them up just a bit more". I will be solely using them for my record player.

[@Butzemann123]

I got the 1700BTs and the Bass was lacking. Since the BTs version has a Sub out, i could connect my old sub, now its perfect. The 1700BT version has no sub out, so i wouldnt buy that.

[@techedoutwithryan3391]

Interesting. So it was still lacking after you messed around with the bass controls?

[@Butzemann123]

@@techedoutwithryan3391 yes, it got boomier, but i couldnt feel it. I should add that i love techno music. I also listen classical and there i could live without a sub, but big orchestral music is still better with proper low end. But i absolutely love these speaker, the bluetooth function is very useful, i use it for my daily alarm clock music.

[@techedoutwithryan3391]

That makes sense. I'm glad you like them!

[@numortis1229]

Would you recommend them for big room/mainstage techno?

[@Butzemann123]

@@numortis1229 i dont listen to big room, but for me they work for every genre i throw at them

[@nuggerboi8278]

hope your channel will grow even more I'm getting mine tomorrow

[@techedoutwithryan3391]

Thank you!

[@kyu2813]

How do you plug this into the audio interface?? I have an Audiobox USB96...

[@gabrielqueiros258]

Im looking for use this on my setup with a technics and a djm 700 s, is better go to a pro speaker or this could be good? Im a professional dj but never see one of this

[@Gajendraverma115]

Is this good for TV set up?

[@andypenda]

Can you connect the speakers at focusritescarlet ? If yes, with what cable ?

[@krystopherfischer2919]

Hi Ryan, I know your review on these speakers was 3 years ago and from what I heard they sounded great and you review - video was amazing. I just bought a 1999 Technics SC-HD505 system that takes bookshelf speakers. Do you think I could use these on that system? I would do modifications to the speaker cable connectors. Or do you recommend a different brand? they do come with an amplifier. Thank you.

[@EqDior]

Awesome vid. just a suggestion, you should put the mic at the listening position in order for us to get a more accurate frequency response.

[@rexdachshund5413]

Not bad for its price.decent sound.i love it

[@thingsiplay]

I just got them for 100 Euros in German today. They seem to be nice so far.

[@TheFrikadellexxl]

mydealz? :D

[@thingsiplay]

@@TheFrikadellexxl No, just retail SATURN. I went in and grabbed them. :=oD (notice the long nose on the smiley, just so you don't think I was copying you)

[@graemefarquharson465]

Is it possible to connect one speaker to the television and place the other one 15 feet across my living room and have good sound?

[@domanura16]

Hello, what DAC i can use with these speakers, can you give me some advice?

[@BroJustin27]

Hello Ryan, what cables do you use to connect that speakers to your focusrite solo? the speaker comes with rca cable right? but how can you connect that to your scarlett when scarlett comes with trs connection at the back and the speaker comes only with rca?

[@techedoutwithryan3391]

Sorry for late response, the focus rite actually has rca !

[@muhammadshafieq3498]

which is better R1280DBs + sub (Optical) vs R1700BT ?

[@techedoutwithryan3391]

The sub will most likely make a difference, however the R1700BTs version comes with a sub I believe as well.

[@HamRadioLiveShow]

Nice work Ryan. Thanks for the video. You did awesome on this. Thanks. Larry

[@ivicz_balint]

The BTs version isnt ass bassy as the BT ones. It's a bit more balanced and less muddy.

[@unumpolum]

Hi! I see that you use Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 with that Edifier 1700BT. I have the same speakers and I am thinking about buying the Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 to make electronic music in my "home studio". Are you happy with that rig Focusrite + Edifier ?

[@techedoutwithryan3391]

I actually have the focusrite solo, they're similar but not quite the same. I love it! My edifier speakers are connected right to the focusrite so I can change volume output with the metal knob, plug in instruments and hear them right from the speakers. It's a convenient setup for sure.

[@brendanlocke3439]

@@techedoutwithryan3391 how do you connect them with the interface? line out from the back?

[@techedoutwithryan3391]

Exactly. There’s a right and left line output on the back of the focusrite, super easy!

[@gagalady9937]

Can I use this for smart tv?

[@Wolverine1987]

Do these get loud enough for rock music?

[@darkcei]

good video dude ty.

[@techedoutwithryan3391]

No problem! Thanks for watching.

[@Phamtom020]

I heard the edifier 1280t which are pretty darn popular, and even tho they sounded great, I thought the resolution in the highs was just not crisp enough for my liking. They sounded good but a little veiled. I want to know your opinion on the highs specifically. I've never heard big "good" monitors, only through headphones, so I don't really know what to expect from this price

[@samuelem.7679]

How do you think they compare with the r1010bt and the Presonus Eris 3.5 as reference monitors and for production/mixing? Just a newby on a budget.

[@mightyakkylex]

DO they go crazy with phones arround them?

[@RonGrethel]

Just out of curiosity how did you hook these up to your PC? I’m an audio noon. Do I need a DAC? Did you keep the speakers hooked up to each other or each one directly to your motherboards direction audio output?

[@nickthegreekgreek156]

Can we apart them with a subwoofer?

[@jalcanites2939]

I am leaning towards this speaker. What would be a good sub to add to this if i ever want to add one.

[@lewisner]

Don't do it. Get a decent set of wired speakers.

[@Nina_user]

​@@lewisnerfor example?

[@chrissuarez6431]

Hello, how would they sound on a tv

[@techedoutwithryan3391]

What do you guys think of these budget speakers?

[@jonathan30ferrer28]

Hi sir in your r1700bt what is the pin plug of it? Is it flat or round

[@wicked_bitz]

They seem perfect for anyone, you said they were “budget speakers”, what if you got doge?

[@taylorantley]

If yall are concerned about the lack of a sub out on these speakers, just buy an RCA Y splitter. Then you'll be able to use a sub. The splitter has male on one end and 2 female on the other end. This adapter will plug into your computer or other device. Here's an example: www.amazon.com/ROCKRIX-Female-Speaker-Adapter-Splitter/dp/B08PKS42P6/ref=asc_df_B08PKS42P6/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=475825775681&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=10425271640149655107&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=m&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9025513&hvtargid=pla-1163174276384&psc=1 You'll also need 2 RCA cables with male on both ends, one for the speakers and the other for your sub. One end connects to the speaker/sub. The other end connects to the female ends of the Y splitter. It's hard to explain it in words, but it's really a simple setup. Keep in mind your sub must have RCA as an input option!

[@bsftree]

this doesn't works if you connect in Bluetooth mode!

[@soyit]

Is the PC IN a 3.5 Mini Plug to an RCA included?

[@michaliskokkinos9740]

good stuff here thanks!

[@techedoutwithryan3391]

Thank you!

[@Troggloducuis]

Do I need a audio interface for these?

[@officialxiyang]

How is the bass compared to speakers like logitech z333 and altec lansing vs4121 which they have a subwoofer?

[@toplespecah666]

Is it good for piano instruments?

[@ramansingh1257]

How do those M40x's sound next to these set of speakers? I have them actually and was considering these speakers as well. Would be great if you could reply*

[@techedoutwithryan3391]

The headphones I have are the m50xs. I’m not sure exactly what you’re asking, but they both have great quality sound! I think the headphones are great when it comes to recording and even editing, and the speakers are great at editing and listening to music and can get quite loud. Not sure if that helps at all but let me know.

[@DarrylBarnesDance]

I can't get them to work....What am I doing wrong?

[@geraldtorres4246]

Can I use this speakers as karaoke speakers?

[@fitrywadzir3229]

hyee, which do u prefer, BT version or BTs version?

[@techedoutwithryan3391]

I haven’t used the BTs version but I definitely think they have better features for just $10 more.

[@jimbeam7160]

@@techedoutwithryan3391 You definitely want the BTs. You want that sub. Fills the low end so well, and makes the mid and treble sound better, and....I thought they got louder midrange due to the bridge cut off. Get the BTs for sure, and Edifier makes a slick little sub called the T5 (8" woofer, not a 10" like so many bass heads seem to demand). The Edifier sub T5 costs $125 at Edifier's site, where I only order my speakers because they ship fast, and they automatically register you for a 2 yr warranty.

[@sreeharikv8]

hi, I'm planning to buy for my TV, Do we need to manually\physically increase the volume of speakers for every time we turn on the speakers\TV?

[@rommiemex9532]

20th subscriber :) This is what I was looking for. I need to spoil myself indeed.

[@rommiemex9532]

I also have a scarlett solo ;)

[@techedoutwithryan3391]

Thank you so much! And yeah, these really are a great pair of speakers.

[@techedoutwithryan3391]

@@rommiemex9532 I plug the speakers right into the scarlett solo and use that to adjust the volume, works like a charm :)

[@jsdp]

Number 77 here! I bought these speakers off this review just before the end of the year and came back to give it a thumbs up!

[@techedoutwithryan3391]

Thank you for supporting the channel, that helps so much!

[@vinbeengaming93]

Can I use this for my XBOX SERIES X along with the VG27AQL1A's 3.5mm aux gaming monitor? Thanks!!

[@legionssssss3865]

I've always been thinking to get on these badass. They sound good on all the youtube reviews...BUT if I were to use it in a small living room, do you think this 66W RMS speaker can produce sound loud enough without distortion?

[@techedoutwithryan3391]

I think so. When I have these at full volume I don't hear any distortion, but I don't have them at full volume often. These speakers do a good job of eliminating distortion even at high volumes.

[@jimbeam7160]

@@techedoutwithryan3391 They come with a limiter, so.....there will be no distortion.

[@Psionifier]

awesome review, gonna buy a pair in a couple of days. Two questions though: Do you have any referral code that I can use so you can get some kickback? What is the song at the end of your video?

[@techedoutwithryan3391]

Thank you! If you use the Amazon link in the description, I will get a kickback. Also, the link to the song is also in the description. Thanks so much.

[@jonathanboyd2066]

Could one use these for fps gaming?

[@pluetsy2324]

You are awesome man!! i like your videos,your editing and your jokes. Keep it up! im a fan

[@texas-red538]

Great review!! Buying them!!! ... love your hair!!😎😁

[@adamp1960]

hey, does anybody know the dimensions? need to know if they would fit on my shelf. thanks

[@bardenhick2121]

Some online tests reveal a difference between the R1700BT and the BTS sonically so something to keep in mind

[@roddydykes7053]

What differences were those?

[@KT-Buf69]

I added these to my random surround sound in my small living room and they really sound great and balance the sound great in combo with my old Early 2000s passive Polk set and random pioneer I have in center. Also use them with my turntable and they sound great but themselves to.

[@puneetluthra4260]

Does the L speaker out port rattle and create noise ? My unit does that

[@techedoutwithryan3391]

Mine does not, but it might also be a result of your environment. Pads to go under the speakers might work to solve that but I’m not sure.

[@mamangsbi.1005]

Small but good sound. The total watts should have been a bit higher.

[@techedoutwithryan3391]

Thanks for commenting! These speakers are pretty powerful for their size.

[@internetuser4689]

Thanks. How would you compare them with Presonus 3.5 or with Edifier 1280db?

[@techedoutwithryan3391]

I haven’t used those ones so I really can’t say. Sorry, I wish I could be more helpful there!

[@martineduardoteves9514]

Are both speakers linked to each other wirelessly?

[@roddydykes7053]

There’s a cable

[@extrabass287]

glad you showed up on my recommended ;)

[@techedoutwithryan3391]

Thanks! That means a lot.

[@extrabass287]

@@techedoutwithryan3391 No worries! quick question, out of 1-10. 1 being non existant and 10 being explosive, how good is the bass?

[@techedoutwithryan3391]

I would give it a solid 7. As someone pointed out thought, the BTs version has a sub out which can elevate it as well.

[@extrabass287]

@@techedoutwithryan3391 thank you!

[@techedoutwithryan3391]

Sure!

[@sazelaspihan5048]

Nice speaker u got there

[@Blueshade]

Subbed! Now you have 6 subscribers..... :)

[@asafmagen]

what is the length of the cable connecting between the two speakers?

[@mickhurley7305]

6feet

[@DANBOOO]

5 meters

[@asafmagen]

@@DANBOOO r u sure 5 meter or feet?

[@Driver2616]

5M...

[@newagegaga]

NO SUBWOOFER USE IN THIS VIDEO?

[@CrabmanGaming]

Great video. I am going to pick up these speakers later today :)

[@techedoutwithryan3391]

Thank you that means a lot!

[@psydex]

Thanks for the great review. I own a pair of these and the active speaker's tweeter sounds punchier than the non-active. I'm wondering if it's just my pair or it's usually sounding off?

[@techedoutwithryan3391]

Thanks for watching! I wish I had an answer but I'm really not sure about that.

[@themetallicabg]

Great video man! Can you connect these to a Mac Mini (M1), I was wondering to get these for it

[@georgesaraskeris3447]

im beyween this 1280 dbs and 1380 db

[@Rainyumz]

I have it and for the price i love them❤️😁

[@Gregory.allo77]

do you know how to play the piano

[@techedoutwithryan3391]

I do! I used to be better when I had more time but I can still somewhat play :)

[@vtv4373]

I can get this in my country for 1000usd. Just bought one, waiting for it to ship.

[@saptarshimozumdar1657]

Here in India, the lowest it has ever been is around 165$ ;-;

[@blaizeproductions2510]

srsly is that the actual sound of the speaker it has really good bass even though they are small 🤯

[@wicked_bitz]

@TOwR to the 🌙

[@MikeleKonstantyFiedorowiczIV]

imo every edifier speakers play decent but its so closed sound, i dont like it

[@jimbeam7160]

These speakers are not for a big room. They are near field speakers, not quite near field monitor speakers. They are best in a small room. With a sub, there is no telling how happy you could be with these speakers.

[@MikeleKonstantyFiedorowiczIV]

@@jimbeam7160 meh i dont have money for edifier speakers they are now most expensive "affordable and decent" brand on market and microlab. I came up with the idea of ​​making speakers from the old hifi tower to the pc.

[@prabhuja7554]

Subscribed..ha

[@prabhuja7554]

How do u see 1280DB bro

[@techedoutwithryan3391]

I haven't actually used the 1280DB, I believe they have similar specs but they have a different sized tweeter. Sorry I can't help more with that!

[@prabhuja7554]

@@techedoutwithryan3391 Thankyou bruh...but iam confused between these and Mackie pro etc ..studio monitors....

[@techedoutwithryan3391]

What exactly are you confused about? I'd love to help out, if I can!

[@prabhuja7554]

@@techedoutwithryan3391 are these 1700BT type speakers different from studio monitors with flat sound signature like Mackie , Pre Sonus etc... I do some content making too youtube,podcasts ...And listen more than create ..

[@techedoutwithryan3391]

Edifier labels them as active studio monitors on their Amazon store, so I think they are pretty similar to Mackie, Pre Sonus etc. That being said, these are also meant to provide an enjoyable listening experience, so other brands might be preferable if you are doing heavy sound editing.

[@RonGrethel]

Found these at goodwill for $40

[@lewisner]

I've bought these and bitterly regret it. They randomly lose the Bluetooth connection with my PC and tonight I am yet again without sound after trying everything for an hour. Waste of money.

[@filledmug]

Look good, sound good... just not reliable (mine broke down within a year)!

[@leezc2443]

Ay bro u should really use non-copyrighted music for the demos to avoid copyright

[@techedoutwithryan3391]

Yep, i realize that now. If it becomes an issue with KZbin I’ll try to change it.

[@aprilhenig8611]

Thanks for the great content! I'm interested in buying those but what's stopping me is their Bluetooth capability (I don't have access to the non-BT model) - I just try to avoid unnecessary BT radiation (minimal as it is). I wanted to ask if there's an option to turn the BT chip off completely (so it won't be recognizable from other phones / devices). I tried to contact Edifier about that to no avail. Thanks in advance! Subscribed :)

[@jimbeam7160]

The BT is not on, until you turn it on. When BT is on, there is a little blue light that tells you....when not using BT, the little green light is on. Believe me....you'll want the BTs because of the sub out, and because it's an updated speaker with the 5.O blue tooth Codec. Wait, you don't like using Bt? Well.....the BTs has sub out. You'll eventually want to connect a sub to fill out the low end wherever you set your bridge. I used the 1700BTs for a couple of months without the sub......and finally got The Edifier T5 powered sub, and.......it was a big change...a big difference. I doubt there is any other speaker below $500 bucks that can compete with the 1700 BTs connected to a decent sub. I doubt there is a better-cheaper sound signature for $285 (1700BTs costs $160 + Edifier T5 sub for $125). You could look at this speaker if you aren't gonna use blue tooth and don't want a sub: www.edifier.com/us/en/speakers/r2000db-bookshelf-speaker-bluetooth-optical-rca Not too long ago, Edifier knocked the price down to $200 as a St. Patrick's day sale. It's got a bigger woofer and an older BT codec.

[@ollypricegaming2233]

Radiation? Are you ok? Legit you are just like chuck from better call saul

[@lovac_hunt]

😂😂 dude thinks blutooth radiation is a thing while using the wifi

[@Benjamin_wong2024]

Good

[@crazyprayingmantis5596]

All these Edifier powered speakers make one BIG mistake. They don't ALL come with a sub out!! Hey Edifier, want to sell a shit tonne of speakers? Put a sub out in EVERY model. Thank me later 😉✌️

[@techedoutwithryan3391]

I believe the bts ones do, but that would be a nice feature on all of them.

[@crazyprayingmantis5596]

@@techedoutwithryan3391 All small powered or non powered speakers need a sub (Unless you don't give a crap about sound) It should be a no brainer for manufacturers to include it on powered bookshelves.

[@waichungsham1578]

I got a pair of s3000pro speakers they don't need the extra bass.

[@crazyprayingmantis5596]

@@waichungsham1578 So they can play down to 20hz?

[@waichungsham1578]

I use them on my pc they are fine.not even a pair of yamaha hs8 studio monitors with the sub base unit could hit a 10hz bass note. Where would you even find an off the shelf budget speaker that even plays 10hz bass note?

[@user-be8ml4ni2f]

SLAP LIKE!

[@rachun3152]

MaD in china or

[@techedoutwithryan3391]

Thanks for commenting! I believe so, but I'm not entirely sure .

[@ThePndk]

they are now less than 100 bucks in Asia, yeehoo!

[@techedoutwithryan3391]

That’s great!

[@mikesecor6074]

need a sub, get bts, get the t5 edifier.

[@atomxeon5415]

sounding good for this price means that they are of poor quality because the price is low

[@b925free]

They have no bass!! And before audiophiles jump to my neck, yes they only have 60Hz+ response but there is no compression to the point that you can't hear instruments with some songs. DO NOT buy these as speakers for your computer, in fact, do not buy these at all. Luckily I got the S version which supports a subwoofer which I'm waiting for because otherwise these are useless.