Bookshelf Speakers — Edifier S880DB

The S880DB is a fully active bookshelf loudspeaker from Edifier, built with substantial bi-amplified power in a comparatively compact chassis. The S880DB brings Edifier's more accomplished current engineering to a versatile active loudspeaker format with Bluetooth connectivity.

Key specs that matter

Rated response is 55Hz to 40,000Hz within plus-or-minus 3dB. Internal amplification uses a dual configuration totalling 2 x 32W plus 2 x 12W. At 13.8 x 16.8 x 23.0cm and 7.5kg, the S880DB maintains a compact footprint for its considerable bi-amplified capability.

Sound and use context

Expect capable dynamic performance reflecting the bi-amplified internal configuration, delivered from a comparatively compact chassis with the added convenience of Bluetooth wireless streaming.

Pairing

As a fully active design, the S880DB requires no external power amplifier, connecting directly to a source component or streaming wirelessly via Bluetooth.

Alternatives

Edifier's own S880DB MKII offers an updated version sharing similar core engineering, worth comparing directly to understand the specific refinements this second-generation model introduces.