Edifier R1855DB Sub Out volume problem (+T5 subwoofer) 

Seems like different units are more or less affected by this issue. I'm glad it works in your case.

@@burnsnewman I used amazon basics subout cable. Instead of the cable i received with the T5 product. That cable is not even open from the packet.

@@rahuljha4292I just bought mine and so dissapointed as the t5 is so quiet if I didnt cranked it up to 90%. I wonder is the problem source come from the 3.5mm to rca cable that came with edifier speaker or you just lucky to get a perfectly fine sub out. If you dont mind, I wish you can help me try out your speaker with the cable came from the box so I can decide to purchase a new cable. Thanks man

@@rahuljha4292 i use the cable came with the edifier T5 in the box to connect with edifier r1855db through sub out.

@@rahuljha4292 I connect from edifier t5 signal in to edifier r1855db sub out

I did. Didn't notice any difference.

@@burnsnewman thank you for your prompt reply.

As far as I remember that knob only changed bass volume on the speakers themselves, but not on external subwoofer. I've returned the speakers, so can't confirm it any more.

Tripplechecked, still same issue, persists. At first I thought it doesn't, but after double checking can confirm that it doesn't work.

You can solve this problem with a cheap preamplifier, see my post.

To avoid that boom sound, you need to turn off the T5 speaker first before the r1855db, otherwise in a long term it can damage your T5. That’s the basic principle just like you need to turn the speaker first before the mixer, otherwise all the speakers that connected to that mixer will have that boom sound.

Can't you try it out and return if you're not happy with how it sounds? In EU there's a 2 week period to return your online purchase, without providing a reason. Don't know about other regions/countries.

Just posted a solution using a cheap preamplifier to boost the sub out.

I only tried connecting T5 sub with R1855DB speakers. I didn't try optical connection, only RCA and bluetooth. Same problem with both connections, on 2 different computers (RCA) and a phone (bluetooth). I already returned both sub and speakers, so can't test it with anything else.

Thanks. Very grateful for your response.

Yes

I'm not an expert, but I'd give it a try. I think adding a subwoofer like the T5 should improve experience a lot, especially when it comes to action movies and music.

@@burnsnewman thx for your response...cheers

same question im having now... how did it workout ???

I have a r1280dbs + T5 using subout and sub works fine.

got it working now ^^ r1280dbs--> t5 works for me too @@ckunha

T5 is the recommended sub for these speakers (by Edifier). Maybe your unit will not be affected. I'd buy the subwoofer right away and if there's a problem - return it. I don't know where are you from and how did you buy it, but here in EU you can return stuff bought over internet in 2 weeks, without providing a reason. I actually returned mine after few months and they still accepted the return. If you do that, let me know the outcome. Maybe you'll be lucky and it will work fine right away.

Would you still recommend getting these speakers?? I just ordered mine and I plan to connect it with my pc without any subwoofer

I returned both speakers and subwoofer.

These R1855DB speakers do have the "sub out" line (as you can see in the video). And Edifier support says T5 subwoofer is the recommended sub for these speakers.

im planing to pair this t5 on my DBs edifier speakers i hope its ok @@burnsnewman

your suggestion of putting the line in to t5 first then to the dbs works for me @@burnsnewman im ready for Christmas and new year's party ^^ tnx for the post

No, they're not.

I did. It didn't do any difference.

I've returned my speakers and sub.

​@@burnsnewmanwhy not keep it connected to the sub like you showed it worked?

You can solve this issue with a cheap preamplifier, see my post.

If you're using RCA, probably not, but it limits other connection options. For example, you can't use bluetooth or optical connection.

best is to use a dac ... mine i only use my pc for source so its ok ..@@burnsnewman

​@@markanthonypraico3099Would you be saying that if I connect my R1855 to the TV via optical, and connect a DAC to the R1855 and connect the SUB from the DAC?

no no need of DAC r1855 has a sub out already @@Cornivus7

oohh but if you still insist on using a DAC for volume control i presume ..id go for pc>DAC>t5 sub>r1855 ....... but for more balanced and no need of super loud out put pc > r1855 > use sub out > t5 subwoofer