Edifier T5 Powered Subwoofer - 70w RMS Active Woofer with 8 inch Driver and Low Pass Filter

Just wrote a review of the companion Edifier R1700BTs speakers, which are awesome. If you're looking for a budget system that produces every note from the lowest to highest, I highly recommend pairing this sub with those speakers (which have a subwoofer out and seem made to pair with the T5). Once the T5 is properly placed to integrate with the speakers, it's very impressive indeed. Not the absolute last word in speed, detail and bass depth, however what it does it does very well, especially for how compact it is, that it's only an 8" driver, and its relatively low cost. Along with the R1700BTs speakers, my system absolutely THUMPS! Not just that, but sounds pretty dang amazing in all respects, and this is coming from an audiophile. You can see my pic of how I have the speakers placed -- not super ideal -- but this little system is immensely satisfying. The T5 also seems well made, pretty easy to setup and dial in, and I'd rate it a very good value for the money. A total no brainer sub for a budget system. The only thing I wish is that it had a remote to control settings from my chair and adjust on the fly. That would be perfect.

This subwoofer has completely transformed my audio setup. The 8-inch driver delivers deep, powerful bass that adds a rich layer to music and movies without overpowering the mids and highs. Even at higher volumes, the sound remains clear and controlled. Setup was straightforward, and the low pass filter lets me fine-tune the bass to match my speakers perfectly. The 70W RMS output feels substantial for a home system, giving a theater-like experience without needing a massive subwoofer. Overall, this subwoofer delivers impressive performance for its size and price. It’s reliable, powerful, and makes every track feel fuller and more immersive.

I needed a sub to fill in some bottom end for my treadmill room stereo system. I have a pair of Mordaunt Short Carnival 2 speakers hooked up to a Sonos Amp in that room and they sound great. Unfortunately, they have to compete with the sound of the treadmill when I'm going for a run. This little Edifier sub not only gave some grunt to my system but it is also a very musical sub. If you want a bunch of overwhelming distorted WHOMP this sub is not for you. But if you want a sub to add some musical low end to your system, this little mofo is perfect. I wouldn't recommend it for extremely large rooms or massive home theaters but it is absolutely perfect for a 2.1 system in a moderate to small room. It would also do well in a small home theater setup like in an average apartment size living room. A couple parting shots: 1. If you're new to subwoofer ownership...your first inclination will be to crank the LPF and VOLUME knobs on the back and leave them there for eternity. Don't do it. Start at zero and slowly work your way up incrementally...stopping to listen for each adjustment. (Some recommend that you start with the knobs cranked and decrease them incrementally until you can barely hear the sub...then dial the knob one click up from that point...then stop). Regardless of what method you choose, you most likely won't have the volume knob and the LPF knob at the same position once you've dialed in the perfect setting for your room and your taste. Sometimes it takes awhile to find the sweet spot...and it also takes awhile to find the sweet spot on your sub. (I crack myself up!) :0) 2. Placement of a sub and other factors can have a significant impact on its sound. You may want to check some YouTube videos on corner placement, frequency cutoffs, and not letting your small children put candy or small toys in the subwoofer port. I got this sub during the Prime Big Deal Days (it was discounted $50) so I am very happy with this little beast. I can't vouch for its reliability yet, (seeing how I've only had it for about 20 days) but since I hooked up this very musical sub, my treadmill runs have been accompanied by infinitely better sounding music!! Highly Recommended.

I am a closet audiophile without the budget, so trying to do as much research as I can and reading and watching videos about this speaker ( as with all my equipment) I settled on Edifier T5 . I have not regretted this decision.In my smaller room , Bass is clearly there, not boomy or over powering.It definitely adds depth and definition to my Edifier bookshelf speakers. I am happy with this purchase.

Alright - where even to begin? I've been an enthusiastic Edifier products user over the past two years, currently owning 5 different models of their powered bookshelf speakers. As of late, I've been eyeing compact subwoofers in the 8" range that I could add to my particular system to enhance the lower bass response. I am (was) particularly searching out inexpensive, yet competent 8" subwoofers to place under my computer desk since that's where I have my active bookshelf speakers positioned. Now to be fair, there are several outstanding (other brand) 8" active subwoofer models on the market, but those models are priced higher - usually between $299 and $499 - and as I discovered, you tend to get what you pay for in most cases! There is just 1 review on You Tube of the Edifier T5, and that one was done by Zeos Pantera, who I enjoy watching for a number of reasons. So I took a chance and ordered the Edifier T5 on Amazon. My reasoning in choosing the T5 (initially) is that I had previously also owned the Edifier S350DB 2.1 system and the T5 is basically the same woofer as in that system (albeit configured differently). OK - so the T5 arrived - it looks great and definitely has a nice, weighty (and solid) feel to it (which is good). In the rear you have both RCA inputs and outputs (as opposed to many subwoofers that have only RCA inputs) - which was very important to me, but I soon came to realize that I had misconceptions about that aspect of the T5. In addition, it has one of the smallest (if not the smallest) enclosure that I've seen on 8" subwoofers. You see, in the "other" more expensive subwoofers I alluded to above, they also offer both RCA inputs and outputs - but (and this is a huge "but"), in those cases you could use any powered speaker, run the music source cables (like from a Preamp or DAC) to those subwoofers, and then use additional cables attached to the "output"connectors of the subwoofer to run to the RCA inputs on your powered speakers. What occurs in "those" (a bit more expensive) subwoofers is that you can then choose a select crossover frequency (usually, 60, 80, or 100 Hz) to filter out the bass - meaning, that anything below those frequencies (you choose one) would be handled by the subwoofer, whereas all the frequencies above would be channeled to your speakers. This obviously takes the pressure off the 4", 5", or 6" woofer/midrange drivers in various bookshelf speakers and allows them to effortlessly focus on mid-bass and midrange frequencies. The Edifier T5 subwoofer, however, does "NOT" filter frequencies like the more expensive versions do (i.e. Emotiva and Presonus). With the T5, the RCA inputs and outputs are just for pass-through (nothing is filtered or channeled between subwoofer and speakers). So in effect, if you try and connect your T5 to your active speakers this way, all you are doing is reinforcing (amplifying) the lower frequencies that your active powered speakers are trying to handle also. Now do note that the T5's do have a knob ranging from 50-60 HZ t0 160 HZ and if you set this to a desired low frequency cutoff, what this means is that the subwoofer will only reproduce the low frequences below the cut-off you select. However, again - the full frequency response is still channeled to your main active speakers. So choose your low frequency cutoff wisely here so you don't double-up or reinforce low frequencies that your active speakers already product. Alright, so how did I use the T5? After trying the method above - and after I came to find out that no filtering takes place and the signal is just a straight pass through - I connected my Edifier R1850DB's bookshelf speakers using the dedicated 3.5MM subwoofer output on the rear of those speakers. I used a 3.5 MM to RCA Male set of cables, connecting to the T5. Now on the rear of the T5 is a knob showing bass frequency filter settings ranging from 50 to 160 HZ. I set this to between 70 and 80 HZ (everything in between the 50 to 160 Hz area are not marked specifically - there are just a bunch of notches, leaving you to try and decipher what is what). Remember, you get what you pay for here. Well, so how does it perform? This T5 does best as an under-the-desk unit, connected to desktop speakers - let's say in a desktop computer scenario. I first tried the T5 in the living room and to be honest, it did not have the impact one would expect when watching dynamic movie scenes, and at times you'll hear "chuffing" coming from the port. However, when I transferred it upstairs to under my computer desk - attached to my Edifier R1850's - the combination provided a fairly nice balance (once I settled on the right frequency range for the T5 to handle). Now here is a question that nobody has been able to provide an answer to this date. To begin with, since the T5 is an Edifier product, let's arbitrarily use the Edifier R1850DB's as the bookshelf speakers for the purpose of this particular question (since they have a subwoofer output connection in the rear of the active speaker). When connecting the 1850's to the likes of the T5, do the active speakers automatically "recognize" the subwoofer and then send low frequencies (below a certain point - and what is that particular frequency?) to the subwoofer? Or, does the subwoofer handle just a certain frequency range (below 160 Hz), thereby just reinforcing the same or similar frequencies that the speakers are handling? No one could ever answer this and I've asked this a million times on various forums. Edifier was remiss in not providing this information with the T5. It would most certainly be nice to know that a speaker will automatically recognize the subwoofer (when connected) to a model that has a subwoofer output on the rear of the desktop model. And furthermore, it would be nice to know that when recognized, what frequency do the bookshelf speakers automatically select to filter to the subwoofer? Sound quality-wise, do keep in mind that we're dealing with an 8" woofer here - nothing revolutionary. It can certainly add bass, but I must confess that the quality of this bass and extension is limited to around 38 hz. I also have a 10" subwoofer by a well known audiophile brand (with RCA inputs and outputs that provide low frequency filtering and channeling) and the quality of bass from that unit is phenomenal and well balanced with any bookshelf speakers you add. So in the end, for a super budget 8" subwoofer model, the T5 is a quality product - but then you do get what you pay for and for around $130 USD, there isn't anything revolutionary about it. You may be asking, "well, why not then just use the 10" subwoofer you also own?" Quite simple - it's much too large and my knee hits it every time I go to sit down by my computer. Thus my search for a smaller 8" model. I'll be keeping the T5 because I believe it does quite well from 40Hz on up and at $130, it is an ideal match for many of the powered Edifier speakers. I do intend to getting one of those "other brand" 8" subwoofers (either a Emotiva or Presonus) that features an actual crossover filter that channels anything above the selected low frequency cross-over point on the subwoofer to the active bookshelf speakers.. In the end, how we use our audio products becomes subjective and no two folks will agree. If you're looking for a serious low-frequency contender in the compact 8" subwoofer arena, the T5 just may do - but for others, it may not provide what you are looking for in terms of general low bass reinforcement - but at least you won't be paying an arm and leg. I'm currently actively using it - it does the trick - but I do know there may be better choices out there if you are willing to spend a few hundred dollars more. I did edit this review to update my assigning it 4 stars now (up from 3). And I am currently using the wonderful PreSonus Eris E5 XT 5.25" Near Field Studio Monitors. Using the Edifier T5 with these monitors provides a nice balance and I've been quite happy with this match-up.

I purchased the Edifier T5 subwoofer in August to pair with my R1700BTs. Within about a week I noticed an odd issue where a high-pitched noise would occur at random intervals. It was not constant, but noticeable enough to be distracting. I reached out to Edifier customer support and they were genuinely helpful. They walked me through troubleshooting steps like swapping cables, checking connections, and ruling out interference. When we couldn’t isolate the issue, they offered a replacement at no cost and covered shipping. The replacement arrived quickly and has been flawless. The new T5 sounds excellent. I have it paired with the R1700BTs, replacing an older Logitech 3-piece system. This is my first step into a more “audiophile-leaning” setup, and once everything was dialed in, the difference was immediately noticeable. The bass is tight and controlled rather than boomy, and it blends well with the R1700BTs without overpowering them. I’m not an audiophile, but for someone upgrading from typical consumer speakers, this setup feels like a massive step up.

Its been almost 3 weeks dealing with their "Customer Service"...one of the worst Ive dealt with,having to keep resending them info,that Ive sent,lots of auto email responses,Im giving them a chance to make things right,I,with alot of other buyers are experiencing the same problems,just stopped working,still under warranty,but its really difficult to work with them....I want them to just refund my money as there is alot of others with the same problem,it must be a factory defect...Please Edifier,Just Make Things Correct...I have Edifier R1700BTs Active Bluetooth Bookshelf Speakers - 2.0 Wireless Near Field Studio Monitor Speaker - 66w RMS with Subwoofer Line Out and purchased this sub woofer to compliment these speakers,which I had no problems with.....I will update if they make things right

These rock, they sound great. I also go the subwoofer that goes with it. I am blown away at how good these sound. Even turned down really low they still sound great. Out of the box they are meh. But once you start playing with the with they improve exponentially. I using mine with a mini AMD apu based windows system attached to my living room TV as my gaming and entertainment system. I've been using the crappy tv speakers, and recently decided to get something nicer. This set with the subwoofer and a win program called FxSound as a replacement for the OS's equalizer. Going from TV speakers to this is a huge, no, far beyond huge difference. Wow, decent speakers/soundbars are expensive. Then I found these. Saw a few reviews and here we are. These sound really nice. Far nicer then their price would indicate. I like that there are options for how to attach things. This give you enough inputs for, say, turn table, a receiver, a pc, a phone all at once. These are great. As far volume goes, at about half way I can easily hear the music and make out lyrics when on my porch. Granted my living room is the front of the house. I am confident that if I cranked it high I could wake a lot of people in this house. The subwoofer really does make a huge difference. Most of the comparable subwoofers are about fifty to a hundred dollars more with fewer features. I've read some complaints about the subwoofer's auto on/off feature. I haven't had an issue with it. It goes dormant when not in use. Some people say they can hear a delay when it comes out of sleep mode. I haven't heard it. The lack of a manual override does make me nervous. There is an On/off power switch but no way to enable or disable the sleep mode thing. Overall I love em, this set seems to be extremely well built, they sound great and are overall versatile.

Eris 3.5 ile kombinledim. Fazla bile geldi. Minicik açıyorum gayet o eksik frekansları dolduruyor. Amacım gümbür gümbür çalsın değil, apartman dairesinde öyle açıp da denemedim, ama monitör hoparlörlerle cidden inanılmaz seviye bir keyif alıyorum müzik dinlerken film izlerken. Paket sağlamdı açılmamıştı. İçinden halihazırdaki hoparlörünüze bağlamak için yeterince kablo çıkıyor. Fakat bağlamak için ya sub outu olan hoparlör lazım ya da unbalanced RCA giriş lazım hoparlörünüzde. Aux girişi olana da bağlayabilirsiniz ama 1 tane ekstra aux - rca kablosuna ihtiyacınız var. Ama en kolay bulunan kablolardan zaten.

If you are looking for good subwoofer, I have one and I like it, so I bought one more. It so cool bass compere with the money amount. Most subwoofer are double price. This one hass low frequency control

Non sono un audiofilo ma per me è davvero ottimo. Ascoltavo musica dalla mia workstation con due casse amplificata di buona qualità, ma l'aggiunta di questo sub ha cambiato veramente tutto. La mia scheda audi è standard e non ha una uscita specifica per subwoofer. Ora mi è venuta voglia di acquistare anche una scheda più performante e sentire che cosa cambierà. Tenete conto che è piuttosto voluminoso e i cavi di collegamento non sono troppo lunghi.

As other reviewers have stressed, it is important to spend the time and attention adjusting the low pass filter (the frequency response level [crossover point] at which the subwoofer cuts in with the 16' sounds) and the volume. As generally directed, it is sensible to set the bass on your amplifier to a neutral (0) level, i.e. no + or - adjustment to bass, as a starting point for calibrating the subwoofer, so that it works properly with the full available range. The cables supplied might work with other people's installed system/amp., but in my case I had to buy a separate 1 RCA male to 2 RCA male cable to make it work properly. The 3.5 mm [vs. an RCA] to 2 RCA male cable supplied was not usable in my case as there is no suitable 3.5 mm socket on my amp., which does, on the other hand, have a dedicated subwoofer OUT socket, to which my new cable is correctly connected, and working well. The other (2 RCA to 2 RCA) cable supplied with the unit generated feedback and distortion, although it sort of worked on some types music, but definitely not on others - and I was almost thinking of returning the unit altogether, if the replacement cable I obtained had not worked, but it does, and perfectly so. Phase control is set at 0 ('normal'), unless you have a long cable and the subwoofer produces sound other than from the same plane as your main speakers. Now that it has the right cable, and despite having been initially a little concerned about it with the 2 x 2 RCA plug cable, the system is working very well, and the gradual, proportionate response is very controllable, with a natural take-over of the lower bass registers from the main speakers, and the speaker and system as a whole is entirely free of background hum or noise. People who do not like music as much as I do have also commented that the effect is quite subtle, and can also be impressively powerful. There are of course very detailed (11+ point...) subwoofer set-up instructions available online, but so long as one starts with everything set as above, and on low/zero levels and works up, a very good set of levels can be arrived at. I recommend also using feel - i.e. the levels at which your hand feels the subwoofer starts to vibrate - it is (pleasingly) a very fine tuning to set this point, and then just above that, for the required 16' bass effect. As an analogy, anyone who plays an orchestral double bass, when doubling the cellos will know that it is a very subtle volume and level of precision that "tracks" the bass line an octave below, which is the most rewarding sound (the feeling of 'latent power') - simply enabling the octave to resonate almost with a life of its own, even at the softest levels, and which is a very wonderful thing. It is also very possible to achieve a good level of (non-boomy) precision in the bass notes with this unit, as well as the different sound textures (i.e. the difference between a baroque string bass, tuba/bass trombone, synth bass, and bass guitar, for example.) One can of course turn up the bass volume on the subwoofer for specific pieces of music, as required....! The music on which I want to hear more bass, is basically everything, ranging from rock and prog, to classical, big orchestral sounds, organ music, and electronic music. And so far, I am pleased to say that this subwoofer can handle all of it. It is also important of course to test and adjust your system using a selection of music that actually does have a range and variety of proper recorded 16' sounds, and to start from very low volume and pass filter settings, and work up to the level that sounds right for you. (Generally: "less is definitely more"...!) I have the volume on 1/4 of the max., and the pass filter (crossover) is set 1/2 way between 30 Hz and the max 160 Hz on the control knob dial (although the spec. suggests the range is 38-200 Hz.) but these settings adjustments will of course vary for everyone's different equipment, set-up, and personal tastes. The sleep mode mentioned by some is not an issue for me as I would simply switch the subwoofer off when not in use... In any case the sleep mode seems to work/wake up completely correctly. There is a sense of having a 'powerful, slumbering beast' that always has comfortably much more capacity in reserve than is being used, and could cope very easily with any levels of bass sounds one might wish to throw at it, and more.... if required. In general, I would recommend the acquisition of a subwoofer, as a very cost-effective way of getting more out of an existing sound system, without massive, expensive upgrades of amplifier and speakers. The unit actually measures approx. 25 cm (width) x 35.5 cm (depth, including space for the jacks and vol. / pass filter control knobs) x 28.5 cm (height) which is not as stated - I think the dimensions given online are the packaged size. It initially looked a little bigger than I expected when I picked up the box in which it was shipped, but it tucks away in a corner, effectively just about a square foot box, without taking up too much space, and the understated black design is very unobtrusive. RE: auto standby, after a month or so, I also take the point made by other reviewers. I had the unit once switch to standby [the standby timing is set at 20 mins, with no bass signal] with low recorded volume and a passage of music with little/no 16'. I agree, it would have been better to be able to turn that function on/off manually. However, I actually don't mind turning the subwoofer on again to get the 16' back under such (fairly rare) circumstances. It may also be a question of adjusting the crossover point, so that the unit does not miss out on receiving a signal.

Eu possuo um amplificador integrado Denon PMA-800ne, sem saída para subwoofer, porém, há saída Recorder que está atrelada a todas as entradas RCAs analógicas, então usei-a para conectar no Adifier T5. Saí da saída Recorder do PMA-800ne um cabo RCA e conecta-se no T5. Simples. O problema agora é o corte de frequência, já que o Subwoofer T5 vai até 160hz. Como minhas caixas começam em 60hz, fiz o cálculo (Entre 30hz e 160hz do T5) e coloquei no ponto 9 no potenciômetro que marca entre 30 e 160z, que corresponde entre 70 e 80hz. Desta forma preenche a queda dos graves na caixa de som. Eu usei o ChatGPT para me ajudar no cálculo e escolher o melhor ponto, passando os dados das caixas e subwoofer. O T5 é ótimo e fica melhor em músicas clássicas, que ficam mais encorpadas.