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Edifier MR5 review
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Studio monitors vs hifi speakers? I ask if active speakers can deliver true hifi sound. You do not need to spend a fortune to get an enjoyable listening experience, and the Edifier MR5 speakers prove it. At only $350, these compact, active bookshelf speakers offer an incredible blend of features, including multiple input options and, most importantly, powerful tuneability via the Edifier app. I discuss how the MR5 can transition seamlessly from an accurate reference monitor for mixing and editing to a fun, personalized music speaker for your minimalist hifi setup. While the claimed frequency response might be ambitious, I provide honest listening impressions and real-world measurements, comparing them to higher-end monitor speakers like ADAM Audio and KRK. The MR5 is a fantastic, affordable speaker option for a PC, streamer (WiiM Pro Plus, EverSolo), or console, especially if you prioritize a clean, customizable soundstage. I also give you a heads-up on the groundbreaking Final Audio Tonalite wireless IEMs! Use the links below to check out the Edifier MR5 and secure a massive discount on the Tonalite Kickstarter!
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Koss PortaPro headphones
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Apos Gremlin headphone amp
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Fosi Audio ZA3 speaker amp
Review - bit.ly/4chWQRO
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00:00 Edifier MR5 review
01:20 Design & features
07:07 Sound quality
11:36 Tuning options
15:00 Final thoughts
#audiophile #hifi #speakers #hifispeakers #studio #studiomonitors #activespeakers #bookshelfspeakers #edifier #edifiermr5 #hifisound #minimalisthifi #pcsetup #desktopaudio #audioreview #musicspeaker #soundquality #headfi #finalaudio
Edifier MR5 review
Global* - amzn.to/3Lm8wd9
AU* - amzn.to/4oQC9Sg
Join the Final Audio Tonalite Kickstarter here: bit.ly/TonaliteKS
*affiliate links help support the channel - thank you!
Need help? Message me on Minnect: bit.ly/HiFiHelp
Join my Patreon community: patreon.com/passionforsound
Become a Passion for Sound YouTube member: bit.ly/PFSMember
Get MERCH! bit.ly/PFSMerch
Studio monitors vs hifi speakers? I ask if active speakers can deliver true hifi sound. You do not need to spend a fortune to get an enjoyable listening experience, and the Edifier MR5 speakers prove it. At only $350, these compact, active bookshelf speakers offer an incredible blend of features, including multiple input options and, most importantly, powerful tuneability via the Edifier app. I discuss how the MR5 can transition seamlessly from an accurate reference monitor for mixing and editing to a fun, personalized music speaker for your minimalist hifi setup. While the claimed frequency response might be ambitious, I provide honest listening impressions and real-world measurements, comparing them to higher-end monitor speakers like ADAM Audio and KRK. The MR5 is a fantastic, affordable speaker option for a PC, streamer (WiiM Pro Plus, EverSolo), or console, especially if you prioritize a clean, customizable soundstage. I also give you a heads-up on the groundbreaking Final Audio Tonalite wireless IEMs! Use the links below to check out the Edifier MR5 and secure a massive discount on the Tonalite Kickstarter!
BEST AUDIO BARGAINS BELOW!
Koss PortaPro headphones
Global* - amzn.to/42gDtEm
AUS* - amzn.to/4cgzEUh
Apos Gremlin headphone amp
Review - bit.ly/43FZjna
Global* - bit.ly/GremlinAmp
Fosi Audio ZA3 speaker amp
Review - bit.ly/4chWQRO
Global* - amzn.to/4jfMi8g
AUS* - amzn.to/41TS3Tg
WiiM Pro streamer
Review - bit.ly/4cicA7p
Global* - amzn.to/4lflPcE
AUS* - amzn.to/4leQgzP
FiiO FT1 headphones
Review - bit.ly/4lfVCLd
Global* - amzn.to/4iC4VTG
AUS* - amzn.to/3Rmdp5q
FiiO K11 R2R DAC & headphone amp
Review - bit.ly/42ww7h6
US & CA* - bit.ly/494DVs5
AUS* - amzn.to/4fTzxPD
Global* - amzn.to/40VpdSt
FiiO FT1 Pro headphones
Review - bit.ly/3EfxG9V
Global* - amzn.to/3Fzi41j
AUS* - amzn.to/4iyCINK
xDuoo TA-66 tube amp
Review - bit.ly/448jRoo
US & CA* - bit.ly/xDuooTA-66
Global* - amzn.to/3VWWSYS
AUS* - amzn.to/45MagTc
SMSL RAW-HA1 speaker amp & DAC
Review - bit.ly/4i442T0
Global* - bit.ly/RAWHA1
US & CA* - bit.ly/SMSLRAWHA1
AUS* - amzn.to/3XKHZtf
SMSL RAW-MDA1 DAC & headphone amp
Review - bit.ly/447p3J5
US & CA* - bit.ly/RAW-MDA1
Global* - amzn.to/3ZV8Tk9
AUS* - amzn.to/4eXLx1l,
Meze 105 AER headphones
Review - bit.ly/42lNccF
Global* - bit.ly/Meze105
US & CA* - bit.ly/Mez105AA
AUS* - amzn.to/3RlGRJb
xDuoo TA-20 Plus headphone amp & preamp
Review - bit.ly/42hKu7R
US & CA* - bit.ly/TA20P
Global* - amzn.to/43wK3ZD
AUS* - amzn.to/4hVEAPp
SMSL RAW-DAC1 DAC
Review - bit.ly/43EXDKC
US & CA* - bit.ly/RAWDAC1
Global* - amzn.to/4hgqgkJ
AUS* - amzn.to/3PxxW6q
Singxer SU-6 digital-to-digital converter (DDC)
Review - bit.ly/448jOJe
US & CA* - bit.ly/SingxerSU6
Global* - amzn.to/3R0hyw0
AUS* - amzn.to/42fquT8
Chord Mojo 2 DAC & headphone amp
Review - bit.ly/43F0Rhg
Global* - amzn.to/3E5GNKj
AUS* - amzn.to/4i4vAI3
Meze 109 Pro headphones
Review - bit.ly/41Z9T7x
US & CA* - bit.ly/Meze109P
Global* - bit.ly/Meze109Pro
FiiO K17 streamer, DAC, headphone amp & preamp
Review - bit.ly/42hKvIX
US & CA* - bit.ly/FiiOK17
Global* - amzn.to/3QWziIH
AUS* - amzn.to/42bZRyJ
SJY Horizon Closed Carbon headphones
Review - bit.ly/3DTKMd5
Global* - bit.ly/SJYHCCA
ZMF Bokeh headphones
Review - bit.ly/4hXLhAN
Global - bit.ly/42vMLwo
Schiit Mjolnir 3 headphone amp
Review - bit.ly/44cnrOi
Global - bit.ly/SchiitMJ3
ADAM A7V
Review - bit.ly/4i2hO8L
Global* - amzn.to/43mIbma
AUS* - amzn.to/4i7oMJP
Linear Tube Audio Velo headphone amp and preamp
Review - bit.ly/42Eeknp
Global - bit.ly/LTAVelo
Any discounted HiFiMan headphones
Global* - amzn.to/42gwnQk
AUS* - amzn.to/42v7SQo
00:00 Edifier MR5 review
01:20 Design & features
07:07 Sound quality
11:36 Tuning options
15:00 Final thoughts
#audiophile #hifi #speakers #hifispeakers #studio #studiomonitors #activespeakers #bookshelfspeakers #edifier #edifiermr5 #hifisound #minimalisthifi #pcsetup #desktopaudio #audioreview #musicspeaker #soundquality #headfi #finalaudio
