Crap!!!! I totally didn't see the questions asked in the live stream. I apologize. Let me answer them here: Q: @Lowtohigh: "Do you sell the speakers you review as well?" A: Not unless it's one I bought myself. These were loaners so they'll go back. In the rare case a manufacturer sends me a speaker and just says "keep it", then I give it away to my Patrons. 🙂 Q: @ajc9988: "Why put a limiter over putting in a high pass to filter out the low end?" A: No need to cut off the bass when the speakers are being listened to reasonable volumes. At higher volumes, the limiters are most likely used simply for warranty issues. If they let a customer have at it on a $130/pair of speakers then I can imagine many cases where they'll have customers complaining. Thanks for watching. Sorry for missing ya'll's questions in the live stream. - Erin
Have been using these for few months and im pleasently suprised. For everyday use listening to music, watching youtube, playing games they do great job. Soundstage surprised me the most but as you said these have to be pointed at your ears so desktop speaker stands work really well. The volume control is probably the wors thing about these, the jumps in volume are big and its hard to andjust it perfectly. I plugged them to my ifi zen dac and control the volume with it. Overall great speaker for the price
Erin, the content is certainly appreciated. Like essentially every household, C-19 is currently ubiquitous, ... regardless of status, age, etc. In the past several days, my wife, myself, our adult kids and their fiancés all got sick nearly simultaneously... despite being nowhere near one another. Eat healthy, exercise, and be well. All the best, ... w/all the gear queued up, you've got a busy start to '22
Thank you for your work. I spent a lot of time sifting through information on budget monitors recently and decided that the MR4 will meet my own needs (adjusting levels of my own recordings) based on their capability and size. While used JBL 305's could be found for not much more money, the smaller size of the MR4 was a driving factor in my decision to try them. A couple of concerns I've come across online while researching the MR4 monitors were: 1) Some reviews mentioned issues about the volume jump between 3 and 4, and 2) The ability to use a subwoofer The easy answer I have to address those concerns is to use them in conjunction with an audio interface. I have my Solid State Logic SSL 2 on my desk, ready to use with these monitors using TRS cables. The monitor level on the audio interface should alleviate any sensitivity issues with the volume knob on the monitors. As for using a subwoofer, a subwoofer that has TRS INPUT and OUTPUT, such as the PreSonus Eris Sub 8, SHOULD work fine by running TRS from the audio interface to the subwoofer INPUT, and then TRS from the subwoofer OUTPUT to the monitor INPUT. I can't fully confirm this since I don't have a subwoofer, and I don't intend to add a subwoofer myself, but for someone who already has an audio interface, this would provide a pretty decent and compact budget 2.1 setup for well under $400. The MR4 isn't here yet, but I suspect these budget monitors will be a bit more usable in conjunction with the audio interface.
I was able to hook up this old/shitty Logitech sub/speakers that I had in a box from a while back (Z323 SPEAKER SYSTEM WITH SUBWOOFER) to my Eris 3.5 (same style setup/plugs as the mr4). First time I tried it didnt work cuz I didnt know how to connect everything. But then like a month later I tried it again and got it working. It sounds alot better with a sub even tho this Logitech sub is old and kinda wack (it makes this rumble noise even at like half way cranked up on the back of the sub). I put the sub under my desk in the center of where my speakers are placed and cant hear this rumble this way even when fully cranked up on the back of the sub. How I connected it is I first connect the Logitech speakers into the sub (the Logitech speakers need to be plugged in/working in order for the sub to work with Eris 3.5). Then the Logitech speakers headphone wire plugs into the laptop headphone jack. Then the rca cables that came with the Eris 3.5 plug into the back of the sub (aux input) and that rca/headphone plugs into the Eris 3.5 aux plug in the front of the speaker. I turn the Eris volume knob all the way up and the Logitech speakers about half way. I also use these eq profiles I found on this forum site (google this "audio science review PreSonus Eris E3.5 Powered Monitor") to make the Eris 3.5 neutral/flat as possible. Its crazy how the stock tuning is when you see the graph compared to neutral tuning. I did further customize the eq to add some more bass and treble back into it. If you wanna eq them to flat you gonna need to download APO/Peace eq programs.
hi! new to ur channel and loving every minute of your videos! have you ever tried the adam audio t5v or its cousins? im looking at getting a set and would love thoughts and measurements from someone like u
Erin maybe the Purifi project would be a good candidate for 'upgrades', but I bet you guys already are trying some 'tricks' to make it top class. I would not waste my money on upgrades for something below $250-300, as the parts used often are 'not so great', especially active monitors. Maybe some extra Dacron (poly fill) out of old pillow, 2" fiberglass, but certainly not Dynamat, No Rez or other expensive products.
my mr4 has terrible port chuffing at low freq from 60 to 120hz, even though my bass knob is on minimum setting. Only on the passive speaker. Its wierd. Looking to get rid of them.
I am a headphone type of guy, but I totally need some speakers for my PC for casual RUclips or Netflix consumption (for the time I do not feel like going down to the living room) and for the 80€ I payed they should do the trick pretty well from what I have seen here. Just a quick stay in EG APO and they should be fine! Thanks for the great work you always do!
I think EAC and ASR has shown that "trust but verify" is a worse buying strategy in audio than "trust no one". That's still better than the current audiophile "I want to believe" consumer. One thing I'd like to see is whether heavily EQ'd products (like a Sonos One with Sub) do as well as most audiophile products at moderate volumes. Them having their own onsite anechoic chamber is promising. Still, trust no one.
Considering you can't get the Neumis in Europe, are these the best budget compact monitors for multimedia and ocasional work (I mean, among the well known alternatives in its price range)? My company provides some decent Beyerdynamic DT PRO headphones to check audio levels and loudness range when video editing so, I wouldn't use the monitors so much when working. Would the MR4 be a smart choice or should I just forget about using them at all for work and go straight for some desktop speakers for general multimedia use? This channel does a great job reviewing audio equipment for those non-audiophiles, the approachable language and explanations are much appreciated.
They probably are. But the truth is I don't know what else is out there. I'd look at some desktop options. Have you looked into Kali Audio? I reviewed their stuff; all great for the price, though it is more expensive than these. Still, I'd recommend going that route. The LP-6v2 is a great option at $400 USD/pair.
Here in Australia I can get the MR4 for $135 AUD but the NEUMI is $317 AUD. Whilst I would love to get the Neumi which has to be shipped from Amazon USA, the price difference is just crazy.
Hi Erin, just a couple of weeks ago I was deciding between these and the neumi BS5P and got the neumi because of your review, btw they come with port plugs already installed but personally I liked the sound better without the plugs (I needed more bass) but I could definitely hear the super smooth mids and highs with the plugs.
Same here... was thinking if these were better also. I am happy with neumi BS5P btw (Thanks to Erin). I also tried both plugs, but seems to sound better without (PC + MOTU M4). You're right, with plugs the bass levels out and mids/highs have more fidelity for sure. I just plug them for my Guitar setup, and unplugged for overall use. I'll be looking for monitors that sound just as good as neumi BS5P or better that eliminates the extra step(plug).
What if you people try something like 3/4-1" thick foam in the ports so it leaks some bass. Had similar issue as my room is very resonate at the port frequencies, so I decided to attenuate its output some, but not to kill it with the full plug.
@@pliedtka The foam i used was light, not dense (huge block of foam that you can mold to any shape without cutting it) Can't remember where I got it from, but I do know it was for car speakers cushioning. the bass is not entirely gone, it's quite beefy even pluged, but it loses a lot of fidelity for Music Instruments (not muddy sound but too much bass for Guitar recording/playing). I get what you're saying tho, it's a good solution, but for me the difference is too much to have it plugged for everything. Keep in mind, this apllies only if you're gonna use an instrument with neumi BS5P, or myb just Guitar. Doesn't help either that I have a Gibson, notorious for low end.
Yeah, I get it. Can't have everything always perfect. But most spkrs are compromise, even the expensive ones. Just to many variables to deal with, especially with tight budget.
In my very small office I set the bass too little and the treble too much. I tried to adjust it to sound the same as my sanson sr 850 headphones....It was reasonable. I'll do more tests...
hello, can you tell me if it is possible to connect MR4 to an Audio Pro SW 5 subwoofer, there is only 1 RCA input? Or needs a sub only with outputs that can not be found
Amateur(me):I just brought one pair. Dont use the Aux at the front, it sucks most of the tone. Now using RCA with the cable it comes with. Will try TRS later.
I'd go with the Neumi. They are a more neutral speaker. Just make sure to do the latest update as that has the most neutral response (at least, last I checked).
I purchased the Presonus Eris 3.5 and then saw your review on those. Yikes…I ordered these today since I am limited on desk space. Thanks for all your hard work
Do me a favor… let me know what you think. I’m kind of in a vacuum here with small budget monitors so getting others’ feedback helps me know if I’m doing a good job in these reviews with my guidance. Hopefully you are happy with them. 👍
@@ErinsAudioCorner I am keeping the Edifier MR4s and sending back the Presonus Eris 3.5s for my small desktop monitors. I was looking for budget monitors for my office and these were intended to help do some light mixing for videos editing and music with a budget of $100 (I went above budget to get the MR4s and it was worth it) The new monitors would be an upgrade from a set of Bose Companion 2 Series 3 (used for $10) so you know where I am coming from. When I watched your Presonus vs Mackie video, it was a reality shock after I had ordered the Eris. It's tough to hear the truth, especially when everyone is recommending the Eris 3.5...including Wirecutter. At first, I thought you were being too critical because you have listened to and reviewed $400+ monitors. But you were being honest... I wouldn't have noticed the Eris's flaws, and smiley face response unless you pointed it in that way. Your review was the only negative review I saw out there and I couldn't listen to the Eris without thinking about the flaws. Without hearing your review, I probably would have just thought "Wow, these are punchy, and a bit harsh, but listen to the detail in the highs from compared to those old Boses!". I applied your recommended EQ to the Eris's, which made them more acceptable to listen to, but I knew the flaws would always be there unless I ran EQ ALL the time. The MR4s, right out of the box were exactly what I wanted.. much more pleasant to listen to and balanced. Turning them up I never got past 86 dB on my desktop, which was plenty loud for me. I am sure the Neumis would blow these away, but I just don't have the room in my small office. Hope the feedback helps. Thanks again, and keep up the good work Erin, I am sure your channel will gain traction soon.
@@garends225 u taking advice from a guy who only do MEASUREMENT??? a lot of people b4 have mixed with the ns10m even that one is not a PERFECT one! U should have keep the eris 3.5 n trust your ears, i am sure there will be a new budget that will better the MR4m and all the money u have spend u might as well buy a Yamaha HS5 in the frist place!!😁
@@gtmg22b2 After owning both, and listening with my own ears, I preferred the edifier for $30 more. The eris were not bad, but needed eq to sound flat so I sent them back
Hi, bro. After testing my new Edifier MR4, I hear a very slight noise that comes only from the tweeters of each speaker, it is like white noise or interference and it increases when the volume of the monitors is turned up. The sound does not come from the other connected devices, since the noise is heard even when I only have the monitors connected, without plugging anything else. I have also tried it with several current outlets and the sound persists. My question is, is this noise normal? For what is this? Is it normal or the one I have was faulty? THANK YOU
I’m not surprised. Sounds like you’re describing hiss. This would be a noise issue caused by low SNR on the amplifier. It’s a problem especially when you’re close to a speaker. Especially on lower end/cost speakers.
@@ErinsAudioCorner This is normal"? Or are we talking about faulty monitors? In addition, I noticed that they do not have a ground pole, I do not know if this is the cause or if it is better to change them for another pair
@@JuanSanchez-go6zm the ground is not the problem. I use eris 4.5 sinds 5 years in my studio and there is no ground connection. The hiss sound is because now its amplifier class D. Old studio speakers like HS7 or RP5 G3 was amplifier class AB with zero hiss noise. Now you have low power consommation, good for the planet, but with a little hiss noise. It's the deal. :) for example, LSR 305 or RP7 G4 have the same hiss noise .......
I work a regular full-time job on top of being a father. There are only so many hours in the day for me to measure, and review all the products in the world.
130$ a pair for ANY proper powered monitor in this day and age is crazy. Shipped to your door? This is where diy can REALLY be your friend. These super low budget products, just never really seem to be worth their price. For 130$, what you can build in the diy world would ASTONISH you. But that also requires your time, and you probably need a couple tools.
I too would like to know how to build a powered pair of speakers with 4" driver's for $130 that would blow these away. Not being sarcastic, I really would like to consider that option. Every time I look into DIY speakers/subs it seems to be a rabbit hole.
At $130 I'm thinking if it's enough to spend for pair of tweeters for my DIY projects. And damn it, just like many other people I have accumulated a 'few' dollars in crossover parts, measuring equipment. And there's always something new. Once the DIY bug gets you it's hard to stop. For DIY to be cost effective, it's best to get really good kit and forget about things like expensive crossover upgrades. Too bad companies like Usher, Focal, Dynaudio pulled out from DIY marked. Focal had so many kits, and people such as D'appolito were designing kits for Orca, Madisound, Zalytron.
Crap!!!! I totally didn't see the questions asked in the live stream. I apologize. Let me answer them here:
Q: @Lowtohigh: "Do you sell the speakers you review as well?"
A: Not unless it's one I bought myself. These were loaners so they'll go back. In the rare case a manufacturer sends me a speaker and just says "keep it", then I give it away to my Patrons. 🙂
Q: @ajc9988: "Why put a limiter over putting in a high pass to filter out the low end?"
A: No need to cut off the bass when the speakers are being listened to reasonable volumes. At higher volumes, the limiters are most likely used simply for warranty issues. If they let a customer have at it on a $130/pair of speakers then I can imagine many cases where they'll have customers complaining.
Thanks for watching. Sorry for missing ya'll's questions in the live stream.
- Erin
Have been using these for few months and im pleasently suprised. For everyday use listening to music, watching youtube, playing games they do great job. Soundstage surprised me the most but as you said these have to be pointed at your ears so desktop speaker stands work really well. The volume control is probably the wors thing about these, the jumps in volume are big and its hard to andjust it perfectly. I plugged them to my ifi zen dac and control the volume with it. Overall great speaker for the price
I like the fact that both large expensive ones like JBL M2 and entry level ones like MR4 was tested in this channel.
Best review on thede for people that need a budget monitor for mixing. Thank you.
These breakdowns are fire. I learned alot just from this video alone.
Thank Edifier for the opportunity and your efforts to measure and review this speaker. I hope you and your family are feeling better.
I appreciate your time and methods for reviewing live. =)
Glad it was helpful!
Great review, man. Really appreciated.
Erin, the content is certainly appreciated.
Like essentially every household, C-19 is currently ubiquitous, ... regardless of status, age, etc.
In the past several days, my wife, myself, our adult kids and their fiancés all got sick nearly simultaneously... despite being nowhere near one another.
Eat healthy, exercise, and be well.
All the best, ... w/all the gear queued up, you've got a busy start to '22
Man, I appreciate that. This one's moving all around. We are just enjoying the time together. Playing lots of board games and Rummy. :D
I hope you guys feel better!!
Thank you for your work. I spent a lot of time sifting through information on budget monitors recently and decided that the MR4 will meet my own needs (adjusting levels of my own recordings) based on their capability and size. While used JBL 305's could be found for not much more money, the smaller size of the MR4 was a driving factor in my decision to try them.
A couple of concerns I've come across online while researching the MR4 monitors were:
1) Some reviews mentioned issues about the volume jump between 3 and 4, and
2) The ability to use a subwoofer
The easy answer I have to address those concerns is to use them in conjunction with an audio interface. I have my Solid State Logic SSL 2 on my desk, ready to use with these monitors using TRS cables. The monitor level on the audio interface should alleviate any sensitivity issues with the volume knob on the monitors. As for using a subwoofer, a subwoofer that has TRS INPUT and OUTPUT, such as the PreSonus Eris Sub 8, SHOULD work fine by running TRS from the audio interface to the subwoofer INPUT, and then TRS from the subwoofer OUTPUT to the monitor INPUT. I can't fully confirm this since I don't have a subwoofer, and I don't intend to add a subwoofer myself, but for someone who already has an audio interface, this would provide a pretty decent and compact budget 2.1 setup for well under $400.
The MR4 isn't here yet, but I suspect these budget monitors will be a bit more usable in conjunction with the audio interface.
Pretty useful info. Thanks 😊
I was able to hook up this old/shitty Logitech sub/speakers that I had in a box from a while back (Z323 SPEAKER SYSTEM WITH SUBWOOFER) to my Eris 3.5 (same style setup/plugs as the mr4). First time I tried it didnt work cuz I didnt know how to connect everything. But then like a month later I tried it again and got it working. It sounds alot better with a sub even tho this Logitech sub is old and kinda wack (it makes this rumble noise even at like half way cranked up on the back of the sub). I put the sub under my desk in the center of where my speakers are placed and cant hear this rumble this way even when fully cranked up on the back of the sub. How I connected it is I first connect the Logitech speakers into the sub (the Logitech speakers need to be plugged in/working in order for the sub to work with Eris 3.5). Then the Logitech speakers headphone wire plugs into the laptop headphone jack. Then the rca cables that came with the Eris 3.5 plug into the back of the sub (aux input) and that rca/headphone plugs into the Eris 3.5 aux plug in the front of the speaker. I turn the Eris volume knob all the way up and the Logitech speakers about half way. I also use these eq profiles I found on this forum site (google this "audio science review PreSonus Eris E3.5 Powered Monitor") to make the Eris 3.5 neutral/flat as possible. Its crazy how the stock tuning is when you see the graph compared to neutral tuning. I did further customize the eq to add some more bass and treble back into it. If you wanna eq them to flat you gonna need to download APO/Peace eq programs.
Great stuff, thank you.
hi! new to ur channel and loving every minute of your videos! have you ever tried the adam audio t5v or its cousins? im looking at getting a set and would love thoughts and measurements from someone like u
"Horizontal polar"
A tip is to note in the heading of the graph, if it was the passive or the one with the amp. When they are not indentical.
I would enjoy seeing your measurments done on speakers before and after using products like no rez, sonic barrier, dynamat and poly fill.
It’s on “the list”. One of these days. 😎👍😀
Erin maybe the Purifi project would be a good candidate for 'upgrades', but I bet you guys already are trying some 'tricks' to make it top class. I would not waste my money on upgrades for something below $250-300, as the parts used often are 'not so great', especially active monitors. Maybe some extra Dacron (poly fill) out of old pillow, 2" fiberglass, but certainly not Dynamat, No Rez or other expensive products.
Do you believe these speakers would work well with a sub crossed @ 80hz?
my mr4 has terrible port chuffing at low freq from 60 to 120hz, even though my bass knob is on minimum setting. Only on the passive speaker. Its wierd. Looking to get rid of them.
I am a headphone type of guy, but I totally need some speakers for my PC for casual RUclips or Netflix consumption (for the time I do not feel like going down to the living room) and for the 80€ I payed they should do the trick pretty well from what I have seen here. Just a quick stay in EG APO and they should be fine! Thanks for the great work you always do!
How are they
Cool! I've been working with a pair for a few weeks now, and so far they're perfect for what I do here. They were a gift... which is even better lol.
I think EAC and ASR has shown that "trust but verify" is a worse buying strategy in audio than "trust no one". That's still better than the current audiophile "I want to believe" consumer. One thing I'd like to see is whether heavily EQ'd products (like a Sonos One with Sub) do as well as most audiophile products at moderate volumes. Them having their own onsite anechoic chamber is promising. Still, trust no one.
Considering you can't get the Neumis in Europe, are these the best budget compact monitors for multimedia and ocasional work (I mean, among the well known alternatives in its price range)? My company provides some decent Beyerdynamic DT PRO headphones to check audio levels and loudness range when video editing so, I wouldn't use the monitors so much when working. Would the MR4 be a smart choice or should I just forget about using them at all for work and go straight for some desktop speakers for general multimedia use?
This channel does a great job reviewing audio equipment for those non-audiophiles, the approachable language and explanations are much appreciated.
They probably are. But the truth is I don't know what else is out there. I'd look at some desktop options. Have you looked into Kali Audio? I reviewed their stuff; all great for the price, though it is more expensive than these. Still, I'd recommend going that route. The LP-6v2 is a great option at $400 USD/pair.
te hago una pregunta.. a mas de la mitad del volumen, con mi placa focusrite se escucha una interferencia que molesta, como puedo solucionar eso?
Here in Australia I can get the MR4 for $135 AUD but the NEUMI is $317 AUD. Whilst I would love to get the Neumi which has to be shipped from Amazon USA, the price difference is just crazy.
Hi Erin, just a couple of weeks ago I was deciding between these and the neumi BS5P and got the neumi because of your review, btw they come with port plugs already installed but personally I liked the sound better without the plugs (I needed more bass) but I could definitely hear the super smooth mids and highs with the plugs.
Same here... was thinking if these were better also. I am happy with neumi BS5P btw (Thanks to Erin). I also tried both plugs, but seems to sound better without (PC + MOTU M4). You're right, with plugs the bass levels out and mids/highs have more fidelity for sure. I just plug them for my Guitar setup, and unplugged for overall use. I'll be looking for monitors that sound just as good as neumi BS5P or better that eliminates the extra step(plug).
What if you people try something like 3/4-1" thick foam in the ports so it leaks some bass. Had similar issue as my room is very resonate at the port frequencies, so I decided to attenuate its output some, but not to kill it with the full plug.
@@pliedtka The foam i used was light, not dense (huge block of foam that you can mold to any shape without cutting it) Can't remember where I got it from, but I do know it was for car speakers cushioning. the bass is not entirely gone, it's quite beefy even pluged, but it loses a lot of fidelity for Music Instruments (not muddy sound but too much bass for Guitar recording/playing). I get what you're saying tho, it's a good solution, but for me the difference is too much to have it plugged for everything. Keep in mind, this apllies only if you're gonna use an instrument with neumi BS5P, or myb just Guitar. Doesn't help either that I have a Gibson, notorious for low end.
Thanks for the info, guys. Good to know you tried it but that you found the open port better. Good info.
Yeah, I get it. Can't have everything always perfect. But most spkrs are compromise, even the expensive ones. Just to many variables to deal with, especially with tight budget.
MR4 or 1700BT for desktop use ? 40-100cm, for gaming and listening pdocast and talkings
hello. is it better than Edifier R1280T ? what do you think?
Edifier seems like a competent brand. I wonder how the reputable mainland China brands compare to the ones we know.
i tried in the past the edifier 1280 ..... for 80 euros, they was very awesome ..... just not very flat for mixing but very good !
Was thinking about the Neumi BS5P, but can you hook a sub to it?
For video editing purpose which one is better? Edifier MR4 or Presonus Studio Monitor 0 Erise3.5
In my very small office I set the bass too little and the treble too much. I tried to adjust it to sound the same as my sanson sr 850 headphones....It was reasonable. I'll do more tests...
what are your settings on the high and bass knobs behind? :D
in my very small office I set the bass too little and the treble too much. I tried to adjust it to sound the same as my sanson sr 850 headphones....
hello, can you tell me if it is possible to connect MR4 to an Audio Pro SW 5 subwoofer, there is only 1 RCA input?
Or needs a sub only with outputs that can not be found
You're probably going to need something to split the signal between the MR4 and your subwoofer.
Mine r arriving tomorrow....
Pls do a review on the swans d100
Make sure y'all take your vitamins- seems to be the next best help when you get rona
I hope it's just a mild case
Amateur(me):I just brought one pair. Dont use the Aux at the front, it sucks most of the tone. Now using RCA with the cable it comes with. Will try TRS later.
Bro, Edifier MR4, Alesis Elevate 5 MKII or Presonus Eris 3.5? THNKS!!!!
i just can tell you that the eris 3.5 have no bass under 80Hz and are not very flat for studio mixing .... for a check or listen to music its ok.....
So for some budget mixing monitors would these work or would the enumi speakers be better?
I'd go with the Neumi. They are a more neutral speaker. Just make sure to do the latest update as that has the most neutral response (at least, last I checked).
@@ErinsAudioCorner thanks a ton I was leaning towards them. Very informative and educational. Definitely subbing 😁
I purchased the Presonus Eris 3.5 and then saw your review on those. Yikes…I ordered these today since I am limited on desk space. Thanks for all your hard work
Do me a favor… let me know what you think. I’m kind of in a vacuum here with small budget monitors so getting others’ feedback helps me know if I’m doing a good job in these reviews with my guidance. Hopefully you are happy with them. 👍
@@ErinsAudioCorner I am keeping the Edifier MR4s and sending back the Presonus Eris 3.5s for my small desktop monitors. I was looking for budget monitors for my office and these were intended to help do some light mixing for videos editing and music with a budget of $100 (I went above budget to get the MR4s and it was worth it) The new monitors would be an upgrade from a set of Bose Companion 2 Series 3 (used for $10) so you know where I am coming from. When I watched your Presonus vs Mackie video, it was a reality shock after I had ordered the Eris. It's tough to hear the truth, especially when everyone is recommending the Eris 3.5...including Wirecutter. At first, I thought you were being too critical because you have listened to and reviewed $400+ monitors. But you were being honest... I wouldn't have noticed the Eris's flaws, and smiley face response unless you pointed it in that way. Your review was the only negative review I saw out there and I couldn't listen to the Eris without thinking about the flaws. Without hearing your review, I probably would have just thought "Wow, these are punchy, and a bit harsh, but listen to the detail in the highs from compared to those old Boses!". I applied your recommended EQ to the Eris's, which made them more acceptable to listen to, but I knew the flaws would always be there unless I ran EQ ALL the time. The MR4s, right out of the box were exactly what I wanted.. much more pleasant to listen to and balanced. Turning them up I never got past 86 dB on my desktop, which was plenty loud for me. I am sure the Neumis would blow these away, but I just don't have the room in my small office. Hope the feedback helps. Thanks again, and keep up the good work Erin, I am sure your channel will gain traction soon.
@@garends225 u taking advice from a guy who only do MEASUREMENT??? a lot of people b4 have mixed with the ns10m even that one is not a PERFECT one! U should have keep the eris 3.5 n trust your ears, i am sure there will be a new budget that will better the MR4m and all the money u have spend u might as well buy a Yamaha HS5 in the frist place!!😁
@@gtmg22b2 After owning both, and listening with my own ears, I preferred the edifier for $30 more. The eris were not bad, but needed eq to sound flat so I sent them back
Hi, bro. After testing my new Edifier MR4, I hear a very slight noise that comes only from the tweeters of each speaker, it is like white noise or interference and it increases when the volume of the monitors is turned up. The sound does not come from the other connected devices, since the noise is heard even when I only have the monitors connected, without plugging anything else. I have also tried it with several current outlets and the sound persists. My question is, is this noise normal? For what is this? Is it normal or the one I have was faulty? THANK YOU
I’m not surprised. Sounds like you’re describing hiss. This would be a noise issue caused by low SNR on the amplifier. It’s a problem especially when you’re close to a speaker. Especially on lower end/cost speakers.
@@ErinsAudioCorner This is normal"? Or are we talking about faulty monitors? In addition, I noticed that they do not have a ground pole, I do not know if this is the cause or if it is better to change them for another pair
@@JuanSanchez-go6zm the ground is not the problem. I use eris 4.5 sinds 5 years in my studio and there is no ground connection. The hiss sound is because now its amplifier class D. Old studio speakers like HS7 or RP5 G3 was amplifier class AB with zero hiss noise. Now you have low power consommation, good for the planet, but with a little hiss noise. It's the deal. :) for example, LSR 305 or RP7 G4 have the same hiss noise .......
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Is it good for music production?
It’s okay. But not ideal.
Remember to relax once in a while, my friend :)
Edifier MR4 or Behringer 50USB? THNKS!!!
No knowledge of the Behringer so I can’t say for sure.
The KRK Classic 5 pair is 220$. That might be the best value.
Why dont you do more swan and edifier speakers? They offer some incredible specs.
I work a regular full-time job on top of being a father. There are only so many hours in the day for me to measure, and review all the products in the world.
In china，it costs only 350￥（50$）
130$ a pair for ANY proper powered monitor in this day and age is crazy. Shipped to your door?
This is where diy can REALLY be your friend. These super low budget products, just never really seem to be worth their price. For 130$, what you can build in the diy world would ASTONISH you. But that also requires your time, and you probably need a couple tools.
Can you provide an example? Getting an amp, materials, drivers and crossover that beats this at $130 would be very difficult in my estimation.
I too would like to know how to build a powered pair of speakers with 4" driver's for $130 that would blow these away. Not being sarcastic, I really would like to consider that option. Every time I look into DIY speakers/subs it seems to be a rabbit hole.
At $130 I'm thinking if it's enough to spend for pair of tweeters for my DIY projects. And damn it, just like many other people I have accumulated a 'few' dollars in crossover parts, measuring equipment. And there's always something new. Once the DIY bug gets you it's hard to stop. For DIY to be cost effective, it's best to get really good kit and forget about things like expensive crossover upgrades. Too bad companies like Usher, Focal, Dynaudio pulled out from DIY marked. Focal had so many kits, and people such as D'appolito were designing kits for Orca, Madisound, Zalytron.
@@pliedtka what do you mean with "companies like... pulled out from DIY market"? What things they stop doing/selling?
Edifier MR4 or Behringer 50USB? THNKS
Bro!! Bro, Alesis Elevate 5 MKII, Edifier MR4? I want to buy the best monitors for less than 150 dollars. Thnksss
No idea about the Alesis speakers. Never heard of them and no experience with them.
@@ErinsAudioCorner i tried Alesis here, they was very not good for me .... the sound was like you has a hand on the speaker ...... very special.