Bookshelf Speakers — Edifier Airpulse A80

The Airpulse A80 is a compact fully active bookshelf loudspeaker from Edifier, built under the brand's Airpulse sub-line with bi-amplified internal power in a remarkably small footprint. The Airpulse A80 brings Edifier's considered engineering to a desktop-friendly active loudspeaker format.

Key specs that matter

Rated response is 52Hz to 40,000Hz within plus-or-minus 3dB, a wide bandwidth for such a compact design. Internal amplification uses a dual configuration - 10W plus 10W for high frequencies, and 40W plus 40W for low frequencies. At a remarkably small 14.0 x 25.0 x 22.0cm and 9.3kg, the Airpulse A80 is among the most compact models within Edifier's Airpulse range.

Sound and use context

Expect surprising dynamic capability from a remarkably compact chassis, reflecting the bi-amplified internal configuration that eliminates passive crossover compromises within each speaker enclosure despite the diminutive scale.

Pairing

As a fully active design, the Airpulse A80 requires no external power amplifier, connecting directly to a source component or preamplifier with line-level input.

Alternatives

Edifier's own Airpulse A200 sits above this model with greater scale and amplification, worth the further investment if the A80's already capable compact performance still leaves ambitions for additional output.