I just ditched my old bookshelf speakers for this affordable pair — and they blew my socks off

The edifier r1280t bookshelf speakers in wood brown photographed against the blue background, showing the volume adjustment dials, internal drivers and tweeters, RCA and aux inputs, and remote .

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If the Edifier R1280T aren't quite your style, don't fret. We've rounded up all of the best computer speakers to help you choose exactly which model is right for you.

Bookcase speakers and desktop speakers and computer speakers and studio monitors are all kind of the same. Studio monitors have more connectivity inputs (like a TRS) and a flatter, more even sound, but you can still use them as everyday speakers or turntable speakers with a little EQ adjustment.