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An introduction to Edifier MR3, based on information from the maker and distributors: what it does, how to use it and who it may suit. It is not scored.
Well-designed acoustic architecture, dedicated tuning, and meticulous craftsmanship all contribute to the accurate reproduction of audio details and nuances.
— Edifier official site
What is MR3?
The MR3 is a powered studio monitor speaker with built-in amplification from Edifier. The maker says it suits home studios, video editing and daily listening.
It is a two-way design with a 3.5-inch mid-low driver and a 1-inch silk dome tweeter. The tweeter has a dimpled waveguide intended to shape high-frequency spread. Frequency response is listed as 52 Hz to 40 kHz.
A Texas Instruments Class-D amplifier is used, working up to 24 bit/96 kHz. Output is 18 W x 2 (RMS) and maximum SPL is 92.5 dB (peak at 1 m), described as suited to near-field listening.
Rear knobs for high and low, plus the EDIFIER ConneX app, offer room compensation. Inputs are balanced TRS, RCA, AUX and Bluetooth 5.4, and there is a headphone output.
Dimpled tweeter waveguide
A waveguide with fine dimples around the tweeter aims at a more extended high range and more consistent sound across a wider listening area. It may help those whose head position shifts at a desk.
52 Hz to 40 kHz response
The listed response runs 52 Hz to 40 kHz, a wide high end for a compact monitor. Bass reaches only as far as the size allows, so whether to add a subwoofer may depend on your room.
24 bit/96 kHz amplifier stage
The maker says both the analog front end and the Class-D amplifier are set to work at 24 bit/96 kHz. The speaker is also Hi-Res Audio certified.
Room compensation controls
Rear knobs cut or boost above 10 kHz and around 125 Hz by up to 6 dB, and the app adds low cutoff, acoustic space and desktop control. These may help in rooms where placement near walls or on a desk adds bass.
Wide input selection
Balanced TRS, RCA, 3.5 mm AUX, Bluetooth 5.4 and a headphone output are provided, so an interface via TRS and a phone via Bluetooth can both stay connected.
MDF cabinet and companion app
MDF is used to reduce distortion and resonance. The ConneX app provides playback control (Bluetooth only), sound effect switching, room compensation and the manual.
Specifications
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Type | Powered monitor (2-way) |
| Drivers | 3.5-inch mid-low, 1-inch silk dome tweeter |
| Total output (RMS) | 18 W + 18 W |
| Frequency response | 52 Hz – 40 kHz |
| Signal-to-noise ratio | >= 85 dB (A) |
| Max SPL (1 m) | 92.5 dB (peak) |
| Inputs | Balanced 1/4-inch TRS, RCA, 3.5 mm stereo AUX, Bluetooth |
| Input sensitivity | TRS 1228 +/-100 mV (+4 dBu), RCA 775 +/-50 mV, AUX 775 +/-50 mV |
| Bluetooth | 5.4 (SBC codec) |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 125.5 x 220 x 185 mm (active) / 125.5 x 220 x 176 mm (passive) |
| Net weight | 3.85 kg |
| Color | White |
What is included and system requirements
- Speaker pair (active and passive units)
- Companion app: EDIFIER ConneX (mobile app)
- Connections: balanced TRS, RCA, AUX, Bluetooth 5.4
How to use it
- Place the active and passive speakers on the left and right of your desk.
- Connect the two with the speaker cable.
- Plug the power cable into the active speaker.
- Connect the balanced outputs of your audio interface to the TRS inputs.
- Switch on with the volume turned low and raise it gradually during playback.
- Adjust the rear High and Low knobs to suit placement.
- If needed, set desktop compensation and other options in the ConneX app.
- Pair a phone over Bluetooth to listen to other sources.
DTM and mixing at home
It may suit songwriting and mix checks as a near-field pair on a desk.
Video editing monitor
As the maker positions it for video editing, it may serve for checking audio while editing.
Streaming, gaming and daily listening
Bluetooth music and PC audio may make it work as a work speaker and a listening speaker in one.
Who it may suit
- Home recording and DTM users looking for a first monitor pair
- Those with a small desk who want compact monitors
- Anyone who wants Bluetooth playback from a phone on the same speakers
- Users who want simple room compensation
Good to know before you buy
- The two speakers are connected by a cable (active and passive units).
- Output and bass reach are those of a compact monitor and may not suit large rooms or high volumes.
- The listed Bluetooth codec is SBC.
- 85 kg is per speaker or for the pair.
Price
Please check the official page for the price.
Sources: edifier.com (checked 2026-10-27)
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