---
product_id: 190360024
title: "R1700BT Active Bookshelf Speakers Near-field Studio Monitors Powered 2.0 Speaker Setup Wooden Enclosure 66w RMS- White"
brand: "edifier"
price: "R10239"
currency: ZAR
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reviews_count: 13
category: "Edifier"
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---

# Premium wooden MDF enclosure Bluetooth 5.0 wireless range 66W RMS power R1700BT Active Bookshelf Speakers Near-field Studio Monitors Powered 2.0 Speaker Setup Wooden Enclosure 66w RMS- White

**Brand:** edifier
**Price:** R10239
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎶 Elevate your sound game with style and wireless freedom!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** R1700BT Active Bookshelf Speakers Near-field Studio Monitors Powered 2.0 Speaker Setup Wooden Enclosure 66w RMS- White by edifier
- **How much does it cost?** R10239 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- edifier enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted edifier brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Dual AUX Inputs:** Connect two devices simultaneously without swapping cables—effortless multitasking for your tech setup.
- • **Powerful 66W RMS Output:** Fill your space with rich, room-filling sound that commands attention.
- • **Classic Walnut Wood Finish:** Elevate your workspace or living room with a sleek, timeless design that blends style and substance.
- • **Remote Control Convenience:** Adjust volume, switch inputs, and mute from anywhere in the room—control at your fingertips.
- • **Seamless Bluetooth Connectivity:** Instant wireless pairing with any device—no cables, no hassle, just pure audio freedom.

## Overview

The Edifier R1700BT Active Bookshelf Speakers deliver 66 watts RMS of crystal-clear stereo sound through 4-inch bass drivers and a front-facing bass reflex port. Featuring Bluetooth wireless connectivity with a 10-meter range, dual AUX inputs, and a remote control, these speakers combine modern convenience with a classic walnut wood finish. Designed for near-field listening, their angled wooden enclosure enhances sound directionality, making them perfect for home offices, gaming, and streaming music with rich lows and crisp highs.

## Description

Shop Edifier R1700BT Active Bookshelf Speakers Near-field Studio Monitors Powered 2.0 Speaker Setup Wooden Enclosure 66w RMS- White. Free delivery and returns on eligible orders.

Review: Very good for the price - Firstly the speakers look really cool... probably not the most important attribute when buying speakers, but hey, we all like good looking things don't we. I wanted a good quality set of speakers for my new WFH (Working From Home) setup and even though I've always had much cheaper PC speakers in the past, which have worked faultlessly and sounded perfectly acceptable, I wanted to go a 'step up' with my new desk. If I'm going to be using something for 7 hours a day, 5 days a week, then good quality becomes a little more warranted. All the Edifier speakers have pretty good reviews and even though I was prepared to spend a little bit more I liked the look and size of these, so got them. They feel robust, well engineered and well built, with all the tactile and visual impressions of a quality product. £139 is probably a little much for PC speakers, but strictly speaking they are listed as bookshelf speakers not PC speakers. However, a little purpose re-appropriation is needed during these changing times were living in. The sound is clear, crisp, and clean even at loud volumes, and they can go very loud indeed; way louder than I though or would ever really have use for in this setting. They would do well in a small house gathering where reasonable volumes of music are required in a large living room. The functions and controls are basic, concise and intuitive, so aside from a perhaps little reading for Bluetooth pairing, you'll probably never need to consult the manual. I didn't even know they had Bluetooth when I ordered them, so this is a nice bonus. I wanted speakers that could handle input from both my desktop, and work laptop easily, and the two phono inputs make this a breeze. The six button remote is functional and easy to navigate, though the dead on arrival battery had me initially feeling the product was faulty, a quick battery change averted my initial disappointment and I was back in business. The frequency spectrum is pretty well reproduced throughout the high and mid frequencies and the sound clarity is quite striking. The bass is deep, solid and punchy without being booming or overbearing in the higher bass frequencies as is common with speakers this size. Even though I have heard more impressive bass from speakers similarly sized, I have to take into account the price point, which makes these very impressive indeed. I didn't actually test the Bluetooth connection seeing as I've not really got much need for it (yet), so can't comment on it's performance, but connecting is relatively straight forward. Anyway, I'm very pleased with them and think they make a great addition to my setup. The one aspect I found oddly niggling is the fact the the top surface is not flat/horizontal, so I can't actually put anything on top of them, but again, these are really for a bookshelf so I have to let this irk slide on account that they were not meant to be Desk pedestal's. Highly recommended.
Review: Unbeatable value at their price point? - I bought these to replace a pair of monitors from a well known American studio equipment and DAW corporate; those died after 4 years – through a design / component quality fault that’s now well recorded. I was happy with the sound of them. I’m going to compare the two, because both are active two-speaker-cabinets. The Edifiers are relatively heavy and the cabinets look good. The knobs feel well finished and well damped and there’s a detent you can feel for the 0db position of the separate bass and tweeter level controls – someone’s thought about their customers in this. In comparison, the speaker from the USA had one time treble/bass adjustment (on the back), and were a dull blue-grey plastic with no grills and cheap switches, but they had TRS inputs and a headphone port (I never used the latter), which the edifiers don’t. CABLES & PACKAGING The box contained two pairs of audio cables, and a plugged cable to connect the passive speaker to the amped one. This is quite heavy duty and I suspect it’s shielded. No nasty strand of cheap speaker wire here. I had no interference to contend with on these. The speaker wire that came with my previous speakers, needed routing to avoid audio cables. Only one issue here. Why is this manufacturer using planet-unfriendly polystyrene packaging when cardboard would be fine? SETUP Setup of both the speakers and Bluetooth connection was straightforward. I’m a bit concerned that there doesn’t seem to be a Bluetooth password – meaning anyone within 30 metres might connect to it. THE REMOTE Given the perceived quality of the cables supplied, and the finish of the speakers, the perceived quality of the piano black remote is well below the rest of the package. It’s incredibly lightweight (but doesn’t feel fragile). There are lots of positives though. It’s easy to use, functions well, and the 6 buttons are well thought out - and all I’ll need. And, it didn’t need the manual to understand. But no one picking it up is going to think it belongs to these classy looking speakers. The (well written and clear) manual shows you how to change the remote’s battery. Another piece of attention to customer needs by this manufacturer. BLUETOOTH QUALITY The Bluetooth codec supported by this active speaker system is SBC. That delivers lower audio quality than LDAC – which supports a higher bit rate. Fine for background sound, parties or TV, not the best quality for listening to music. It was a noticeably lower quality than from my plugged in PC. I can understand why – cheaper devices that connect to these Edifiers may not support the LDAC protocol. SOUND QUALITY & SOUND SETUP Sound quality is far better than I expected, by some margin. I suspect the tweeters are a tad overpowered compared to the bass, Turn them up and the top highs can get a little confused, whereas the American monitors (see above) had really dominant crisp, clear highs; too much at times ( and there was no on cabinet way of adjusting them). Leave the Edifier tweeters at 0db and you may be OK, I turned them down by 1db and they’re fine. The bass is a touch on the punchy side (on my PC in my space), but not overbearing. That suits a lot of music styles. The crossover is exceptionally well judged in its balance between highs and lows. In contrast, the bass on the American monitors wasn’t as powerful, but it delivered a warmer tone. The US speakers had a noticeable dip in upper mid-range. Edifier have done a far better job of delivering mid-range detail, it really impressed me. It’s difficult to deliver real lows from a 4” speaker. The American studio equipment and DAW corporate got down to 80 Hz on their 3.5” speaker. These Edifiers are delivering down to a respectable 60 Hz on 4”, and the difference is noticeable. Both speakers deliver 20kHz, with the American product having the edge at the very top end. If you want a sub-out, there isn’t one, but Edifier’s web site says you can split the line in signal to an amped sub unit. Or lay out more money and buy the RT1700 BTS – that comes with a sub out port. I’ve run about 40 pieces of music through these – in both listening and setup. That included a range of EDM, opera, large orchestral pieces, reggae, rock, blues, jazz and vocal based music. I’ve also listened to an audio book and watched a video. The performance has been far better than I expected. The stereo separation of the amp channels is very good and I’m getting more detail in the music than I expected. It’s not audiophile, but it’s good. I was wondering if I’d be able to mix music through these – the answer is yes I will. OVERALL Based on the price point Audio performance 4.75 Perceived build quality & appearance 5 Ease of use 5 Bluetooth 3 Remote 4 Value for money 5 CONCLUSION Superb value. Can anything beat these at their price point?

## Features

- BLUETOOTH CONNECTION - Pair your phone, tablet or computer for a true wireless experience, perfect for any iOS, Android, MacOS or Windows device
- 2 x AUX INPUT - Convenient connection to any device that has a 3.5mm headphone output or dual RCA output. Connect to two devices via AUX at the same time, no plugging and switching needed
- REMOTE CONTROL - switch input sources, control volume and mute/unmute at your figure tips
- CLASSIC WOOD FINISH - High quality MDF wood build finished with walnut wood effect vinyl serves as a great compliment to any home decor

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B082DGWR34 |
| Age Range Description | Adult |
| Antenna Location | For computers, For gaming consoles, For music players, For smartphones or tablets, For televisions |
| Audio Driver Type | Dynamic Driver |
| Audio Output Mode | Stereo |
| Audio output mode | Stereo |
| Battery Average Life | 2 Hours |
| Best Sellers Rank | 14,869 in Computers & Accessories ( See Top 100 in Computers & Accessories ) 88 in Computer Speakers |
| Bluetooth Range | 100 Metres |
| Box Contents | Cables, Edifier R1700BT, Remote, User Manual |
| Brand | Edifier |
| Brand Name | Edifier |
| Colour | White Silver |
| Compatible Devices | Smartphone, home theater, game console, laptop, projector, desktop, TV, MP3 player, tablet |
| Connectivity Protocol | Bluetooth |
| Connectivity technology | Bluetooth, PC IN |
| Control Method | Remote |
| Controller Type | Remote Control |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Customer Package Type | FFP |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 4,298 Reviews |
| Enclosure Material | Wooden |
| Frequency Response | 20 KHz |
| Frequency response | 20 KHz |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 06923520268221 |
| Impedance | 6 Ohms |
| Input Voltage | 230 Volts |
| Input voltage | 230 Volts |
| Is Electric | Yes |
| Is Waterproof | True |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 15.4D x 25.4W x 21.4H centimetres |
| Item Weight | 6.6 Kilograms |
| MP3 player | No |
| Manufacturer | Edifier |
| Maximum Range | 10 Metres |
| Maximum Speaker Output Power (in watts) | 66 Watts |
| Model Name | R1700BT BT 2.0 wh |
| Model Number | R1700BT |
| Mounting Type | Tabletop Mount |
| Network Connectivity Technology | Bluetooth, PC IN |
| Number Of Circuits | 4 |
| Number of Audio Channels | 2.0 |
| Number of Batteries | 1 Lithium Metal batteries required. (included) |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Number of Power Levels | 1 |
| Power Source | Corded Electric |
| Processor Count | 1 |
| Product Features | Soundfield Spatializer, Built-In DSP |
| Product Warranty | Manufacturer |
| Series Number | 1700 |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio | 85 dB |
| Speaker Size | 4 Inches |
| Speaker Type | Bookshelf |
| Speaker maximum output power | 66 Watts |
| Specific Uses For Product | Home office, wireless music streaming, video games, movies, general use with Bluetooth devices |
| Subwoofer Connectivity Technology | Wireless |
| Subwoofer Speaker Diameter | 4 Inches |
| Tweeter Diameter | 1 Inches |
| Unit Count | 1.0 count |
| Warranty Type | Limited |
| Water Resistance Level | Not Water Resistant |
| Wireless Technology Type | Bluetooth |
| Woofer Driver Diameter | 10.16 Centimetres |

## Product Details

- **Audio output mode:** Stereo
- **Brand:** Edifier
- **Connectivity technology:** Auxiliary, Bluetooth, PC IN
- **Frequency response:** 20 KHz
- **Input voltage:** 230 Volts
- **Material:** Wooden
- **Model name:** R1700BT BT 2.0 wh
- **Mounting type:** Tabletop Mount
- **Speaker maximum output power:** 66 Watts
- **Speaker type:** Bookshelf

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Color** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: How long is the cable that separates these speakers**
A: Approximately 5metres

**Q: Are these bluetooth?**
A: Read the title of these speakers Jonathan. Yes, they are Bluetooth.

**Q: How long is the cable from left to tight speaker please**
A: They are in my daughters bedroom and I’ve quickly measured the distance between speakers is 330cm

**Q: Can you connect these to multiple devices? i.e windows and Mac switch seamlessly automatically whichever device plays a track for example?**
A: Yes

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Very good for the price
*by P***K on 23 January 2022*

Firstly the speakers look really cool... probably not the most important attribute when buying speakers, but hey, we all like good looking things don't we. I wanted a good quality set of speakers for my new WFH (Working From Home) setup and even though I've always had much cheaper PC speakers in the past, which have worked faultlessly and sounded perfectly acceptable, I wanted to go a 'step up' with my new desk. If I'm going to be using something for 7 hours a day, 5 days a week, then good quality becomes a little more warranted. All the Edifier speakers have pretty good reviews and even though I was prepared to spend a little bit more I liked the look and size of these, so got them. They feel robust, well engineered and well built, with all the tactile and visual impressions of a quality product. £139 is probably a little much for PC speakers, but strictly speaking they are listed as bookshelf speakers not PC speakers. However, a little purpose re-appropriation is needed during these changing times were living in. The sound is clear, crisp, and clean even at loud volumes, and they can go very loud indeed; way louder than I though or would ever really have use for in this setting. They would do well in a small house gathering where reasonable volumes of music are required in a large living room. The functions and controls are basic, concise and intuitive, so aside from a perhaps little reading for Bluetooth pairing, you'll probably never need to consult the manual. I didn't even know they had Bluetooth when I ordered them, so this is a nice bonus. I wanted speakers that could handle input from both my desktop, and work laptop easily, and the two phono inputs make this a breeze. The six button remote is functional and easy to navigate, though the dead on arrival battery had me initially feeling the product was faulty, a quick battery change averted my initial disappointment and I was back in business. The frequency spectrum is pretty well reproduced throughout the high and mid frequencies and the sound clarity is quite striking. The bass is deep, solid and punchy without being booming or overbearing in the higher bass frequencies as is common with speakers this size. Even though I have heard more impressive bass from speakers similarly sized, I have to take into account the price point, which makes these very impressive indeed. I didn't actually test the Bluetooth connection seeing as I've not really got much need for it (yet), so can't comment on it's performance, but connecting is relatively straight forward. Anyway, I'm very pleased with them and think they make a great addition to my setup. The one aspect I found oddly niggling is the fact the the top surface is not flat/horizontal, so I can't actually put anything on top of them, but again, these are really for a bookshelf so I have to let this irk slide on account that they were not meant to be Desk pedestal's. Highly recommended.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Unbeatable value at their price point?
*by B***N on 19 October 2025*

I bought these to replace a pair of monitors from a well known American studio equipment and DAW corporate; those died after 4 years – through a design / component quality fault that’s now well recorded. I was happy with the sound of them. I’m going to compare the two, because both are active two-speaker-cabinets. The Edifiers are relatively heavy and the cabinets look good. The knobs feel well finished and well damped and there’s a detent you can feel for the 0db position of the separate bass and tweeter level controls – someone’s thought about their customers in this. In comparison, the speaker from the USA had one time treble/bass adjustment (on the back), and were a dull blue-grey plastic with no grills and cheap switches, but they had TRS inputs and a headphone port (I never used the latter), which the edifiers don’t. CABLES & PACKAGING The box contained two pairs of audio cables, and a plugged cable to connect the passive speaker to the amped one. This is quite heavy duty and I suspect it’s shielded. No nasty strand of cheap speaker wire here. I had no interference to contend with on these. The speaker wire that came with my previous speakers, needed routing to avoid audio cables. Only one issue here. Why is this manufacturer using planet-unfriendly polystyrene packaging when cardboard would be fine? SETUP Setup of both the speakers and Bluetooth connection was straightforward. I’m a bit concerned that there doesn’t seem to be a Bluetooth password – meaning anyone within 30 metres might connect to it. THE REMOTE Given the perceived quality of the cables supplied, and the finish of the speakers, the perceived quality of the piano black remote is well below the rest of the package. It’s incredibly lightweight (but doesn’t feel fragile). There are lots of positives though. It’s easy to use, functions well, and the 6 buttons are well thought out - and all I’ll need. And, it didn’t need the manual to understand. But no one picking it up is going to think it belongs to these classy looking speakers. The (well written and clear) manual shows you how to change the remote’s battery. Another piece of attention to customer needs by this manufacturer. BLUETOOTH QUALITY The Bluetooth codec supported by this active speaker system is SBC. That delivers lower audio quality than LDAC – which supports a higher bit rate. Fine for background sound, parties or TV, not the best quality for listening to music. It was a noticeably lower quality than from my plugged in PC. I can understand why – cheaper devices that connect to these Edifiers may not support the LDAC protocol. SOUND QUALITY & SOUND SETUP Sound quality is far better than I expected, by some margin. I suspect the tweeters are a tad overpowered compared to the bass, Turn them up and the top highs can get a little confused, whereas the American monitors (see above) had really dominant crisp, clear highs; too much at times ( and there was no on cabinet way of adjusting them). Leave the Edifier tweeters at 0db and you may be OK, I turned them down by 1db and they’re fine. The bass is a touch on the punchy side (on my PC in my space), but not overbearing. That suits a lot of music styles. The crossover is exceptionally well judged in its balance between highs and lows. In contrast, the bass on the American monitors wasn’t as powerful, but it delivered a warmer tone. The US speakers had a noticeable dip in upper mid-range. Edifier have done a far better job of delivering mid-range detail, it really impressed me. It’s difficult to deliver real lows from a 4” speaker. The American studio equipment and DAW corporate got down to 80 Hz on their 3.5” speaker. These Edifiers are delivering down to a respectable 60 Hz on 4”, and the difference is noticeable. Both speakers deliver 20kHz, with the American product having the edge at the very top end. If you want a sub-out, there isn’t one, but Edifier’s web site says you can split the line in signal to an amped sub unit. Or lay out more money and buy the RT1700 BTS – that comes with a sub out port. I’ve run about 40 pieces of music through these – in both listening and setup. That included a range of EDM, opera, large orchestral pieces, reggae, rock, blues, jazz and vocal based music. I’ve also listened to an audio book and watched a video. The performance has been far better than I expected. The stereo separation of the amp channels is very good and I’m getting more detail in the music than I expected. It’s not audiophile, but it’s good. I was wondering if I’d be able to mix music through these – the answer is yes I will. OVERALL Based on the price point Audio performance 4.75 Perceived build quality & appearance 5 Ease of use 5 Bluetooth 3 Remote 4 Value for money 5 CONCLUSION Superb value. Can anything beat these at their price point?

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ One of the best purchases I have made.
*by J***S on 19 November 2016*

I bought these for £79.99 a little over a year ago back when very little was known about them, I decided to take a leap of faith as the reviews I could find were very good. The design is great and you have the option of keeping the grills on for a classy look or take them off to make them look a bit more modern or if you want to see the speaker go womp-womp-womp when playing bass at high volume. The speakers are slightly angled upwards meaning the best place would be on the desk I however have then about 20 cm above my head on a shelf and they sound fine. The only thing I dislike is the green coloured 3.5mm jack no idea why it is so inconsistent with the rest of the design. The speakers are very easy to use pretty much plug and play... after a buying an adopter for the UK plug, I did not buy these speakers for the Bluetooth but I found myself using it frequently with my ipad and android phone just because of how quick and easy it was to connect. You can easily adjust the treble, the bass and volume on the side of the right speaker. The remote is small stylish and easy to use although a bit easy to lose. However the main reason you buy as speaker is for the sound. I am no expert on audio so this is based on my perception. The speakers sound clear even on the highest volume which is loud enough to fill the flat I live in with music. Voices and sound effects come in clear when watching films and playing games. I can listen to them a whole day without getting tired and often do, in my opinion there is an emphasis on the bass which is surprisingly powerful for speakers this size almost enough to rival a small subwoofer because of this I have the bass knob turned about half way down which I think sounds more natural however I have turned the bass knob all they way up when listening to certain kind of music and for most volume the bass is tight and punchy while at the highest volume It doesn't sound distorted but definably a little more lose. I have asked a few friends of what they though of the sound and how much the speakers cost and no one guessed under £200 and I agree with them they sound and look like something that should be much more expensive. So the speakers sound great, look great, easy to use and are reliable as I have had no trouble after a year of use. One of the best purchases I have made. I saw that the price had went up to £125 I assume because the speakers became more well known, I still think that they are a great choice even at the new price. I can't believe how little I paid for them especially when I heard sound systems that were much more expensive that in my opinion sounded worse. I don't think you can really go wrong with these great choice for pretty much anyone.

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