Where the Edifier T5 fits in your listening routine
- Amazon price
- $159.99
- Customer rating
- 4.4
- Customer reviews
- 1918
- Typical price over 90 days
- $183.11
- Difference
- $23.12 (13 percent)
The Edifier T5 Powered Subwoofer is an active bass unit built around an 8 inch driver. It takes over the deep notes that bookshelf speakers and compact soundbars often can't reach, which makes it a sensible addition for stereo listening, TV viewing or gaming where you want more weight in bass lines, explosions and atmospheric effects.
At $159.99, it comes in below the typical $183.11 we've seen over the last 90 days, so we'd consider it a fair value for a dedicated subwoofer. With a rating of 4.4 from 1918 reviews, it also has a solid owner track record behind it.
We'd skip it if you already run large tower speakers with strong built-in bass, or if your room is very small. A subwoofer of this size can overwhelm a tight space rather than fill it out.
Connecting the T5 to your receiver or TV
The T5 is a powered subwoofer, so it carries its own amplifier and needs a power outlet near where you plan to place it. It takes a signal from your source, and the low pass filter lets you set the upper limit of what the sub plays so it blends with your main speakers. Frequency response reaches down to 38Hz, so check that your main speakers cover the range above wherever you set the crossover.
Before you buy, look at the outputs on your receiver, amplifier or TV. You'll need a subwoofer pre-out or a line-level output to feed the T5. The exact input types aren't spelled out here, so verify those on the rear panel before ordering. Also confirm that the auto standby feature won't cut the signal if your source runs quietly at low volumes.
Matching the T5 to your room and habits
An 8 inch driver in a thick MDF enclosure suits a small to medium room where you want bass you can feel without a massive cabinet. The dense fiberboard helps reduce acoustic resonance, and automatic standby saves electricity when you're not listening. If your space is larger or you want room-shaking output, a bigger subwoofer will serve you better.
Measure your intended spot first. The T5 needs a power outlet and clearance for its rear connections, and corner placement can boost bass in ways that are hard to predict. Check the return policy in case the sound doesn't integrate well with your speakers, since subwoofer performance depends heavily on your room and where you place it.
From source to room: The Edifier T5 adds an 8 inch powered subwoofer to stereo or home theater setups for a fuller low end. At $159.99, it undercuts the typical $183.11 from the last 90 days, but check your system's subwoofer output and your room size first.
Spec sheet
| Model | T5 |
|---|---|
| Color | Black |
| Size | T5 Subwoofer |
