Retro charm meets modern technology in the Edifier ES300 speaker review.
The Edifier ES300 wireless home speaker is a versatile and feature-rich audio solution for those looking for a compact speaker system for their lounge or home office.
Design and Build
The ES300 speaker boasts a stylish retro-modern appearance, inspired by Marshall's design language. It features a leather-effect finish, a big fabric grille, and a lighting fixture at the base. The speaker measures approximately 11” x 6.7” x 6.7” and has easy-to-use physical control buttons on the device for volume, power, and connectivity. Two large rubberised feet on the bottom ensure stability.
Connectivity
The ES300 supports Bluetooth 5.4 (with SBC, AAC, LDAC codecs), Wi-Fi for AirPlay 2, USB-C, and 3.5mm AUX input, providing a wide range of wired and wireless connection options.
Audio Quality
The speaker is praised for its impressive sound quality, with great levels of detail and a good degree of oomph in the low-end. It is capable of playing Hi-Res Audio due to its inclusion of SBC, LDAC, and ALAC codecs (over AirPlay).
Battery and Portability
Despite being a tabletop speaker, the ES300 includes a built-in battery that offers up to 9 hours of playback, allowing some portability within a home environment. However, it weighs about 8 lbs (3.7 kg), so it is not highly portable for outdoor use.
App Support
The speaker works with the Edifier ConneX app, allowing adjustments such as EQ settings, lighting customization, firmware updates, scheduled power-off, and managing multipoint Bluetooth connections. However, some users have reported occasional crashes during testing, and the app could be more responsive and intuitive to use.
Pricing and Availability
The ES300 speaker is priced at £299.99 in the UK, $399.99 in the US, and AU$399 in Australia. It was announced in mid-June and is available for purchase now.
Miscellaneous
Some criticisms include the high price, occasional annoyances with AirPlay setup (due to Apple’s ecosystem), a desire for haptic feedback on controls, and needing better integration with the Edifier app. Despite these minor issues, the ES300 is positioned as a premium wireless home speaker that combines modern wireless features, high-quality sound, versatile connectivity, and attractive retro styling designed primarily for desktop or tabletop use rather than portable outdoor use.
In summary, the Edifier ES300 offers tremendous sound quality, stylish design, and versatile connectivity options, making it an attractive addition to any room.
This premium wireless home speaker, the Edifier ES300, would complement any lifestyle with its retro-modern design and impressive sound quality, suitable for the home-and-garden's lounge or office setup. Its versatile connectivity options, such as Bluetooth 5.4, Wi-Fi for AirPlay 2, USB-C, and 3.5mm AUX input, pair seamlessly with various gadgets and technology devices.
