Most probably the main filter capacitors has gone bad. My Edifier M3300 also started buzzing recently and found the two main filter capacitors already bulged. Thus decided to recap them myself (in fact change the rest of the capacitors at the same time). Now the no more buzzing, plus the noise floor also dropped significantly... More pictures later. Perhaps perform other mods also...

This post has been edited by lex: Oct 6 2012, 05:14 AM

My speakers were buzzing audibly even without any inputs (ie. all audio sources disconnected) and doesn't matter how it was placed either. All the main electrolytics were replaced, still haven't replaced the ceramics yet.

Nopes, not normal. Check the speaker connections. Could be dirty volume control pot. Does the sound crackle when turning the volume?

Resistors comes later, but the ceramics may be replaced first (with metalised film capacitors) since majority of them are in the signal path. Already can hear some improvements to the sound with the current modifications. Majority are Nichicons and few Panasonic. All those crap electrolytic capacitors (Unite, Yun Li, Acon) were totally removed. I gather those are Panasonic capacitors. Which model/series?

What brand were those replacements? Is it Wima, Dayton, Epcos, Sprague, etc?

The colors and markings reminds me of the old polarised Panasonic SU series (discontinued). As for Panasonic AM and AK series, can find very little information (seems to be discontinued also). The only model that is similar in Panasonic's current catalogue is the M series type A, though all are 85C non-low ESR capacitors. For power supply rails, I've used 105C capacitors as the amplifier section can get quite toasty...

Same here. Anyway rather than following the original values, some changes for areas such as the subwoofer low pass filter section. Now the lows can go much lower now (below 40Hz).

If you're looking for a good speaker and not necessarily a portable one, then look for Edifier E3100.

Soundbars are for setups that have limited space. They do not sound as good as a real 5.1 speaker setup. Of course, 5.1 speaker setup is way better.

In terms of sound, yes the Edifier M1360 should be better since it has more wattage and has subwoofer (which gives a better low frequency and bass ambience). Small portable speakers tend to sound "thin" and less louder (more like a small radio box). If you have a small and very quiet room, then sound reflections within the room can sometimes cause small portable speakers to sound more expansive. Thus generally if you want good loudness and some bass, then always opt for the more powerful speaker system (which is that Edifier M1360)...

For around RM200, better look at Edifier M3400. Looks can be deceiving, may not look pretty but sounds much better...

Nopes, depends on the audio load. Unless you feed the speaker with a continuous 50Hz sine wave at FULL volume.

This Edifier model is more for music. Clean sound though slightly bright (ie. the treble is very pronounced). Any high frequency nuances can be heard. Some may find them a bit "too sharp" for their liking. With these speakers, no need to play around with audio treble nor equalizer settings to get the higher frequencies...

Nice bass, but treble lacking (no tweeter).

This one is for bass heads (those who loves booming-type bass). Unfortunately it lacks clarity. With these speakers, you will need to play around with audio treble and/or equalizer settings to bring out the higher frequencies from the speakers...

Just play any music normally and at a comfortable volume.

Don't blast them at maximum volume for long periods...

I could take a look at it, though my area is KL...

That's hard to pick one out. I'm not sure if Edifier S530D, Edifier S730D or Altec Lansing MX6021 is up to par with this speaker.

Very rare "creature". Not easy to find here, even in Low Yat Plaza. Expect prcing to be around RM300 or more.

That leaves ASUS Xonar and Creative Sound Blaster X-Fi series. Depends on how much you're willing to spend...

Some suggested recommendations are...

- Edifier M3300
- Edifier M3300SF
- Edifier HCS2330

What's the fault of the speaker? Is it no power? Or having sound issues?

Get the Edifier M1360...

Aesthethics over functionality? Looking at the speaker design (including the subwoofer box size), and official specifications (especially the part "Frequency response: 55Hz-18KHz +/- 6dB"), I think this model is not bass heavy (some ambient lower frequencies missing and/or not significantly present). Anyway Edifier speakers feature tight bass (thud/thump) rather than loose base (boom). Even the cheaper M3300 and HCS2330 models should have better bass frequencies than this model (ie. from official specifications, lowest frequency for the M3300 is 45Hz and for HCS2330 is 38Hz). Depending on model, Altec Lansing speakers have slightly loose bass to give it the boom factor.

Depends on the shop, could range anywhere from RM149 to RM169 (or higher)...

You could try changing the rear satellites with dipolar speakers (to enhance the rear surround effects). That would make it "7.1"...

Just change speakers, also some rewiring. Experiment with different speakers...

I wish Edifier would spend a bit more on quality components, especially on certain parts like the main power smoothing/filter capacitor. Speaking from experiencing badcap problem on my M3300 (low level buzzing), which I replace the capacitors myself (with Nichicons).

Please note that bipolar and dipolar speakers are different. Also dipolar (or dipole) speakers are favored for THX approved theatre sound systems (although many HTIB and run-of-the-mill home theatre setups ignores it). For more reading, check this: Blu-ray Forum: A Guide to Bipolar, Dipolar, & Direct-Radiating Monopole Surround Speakers (PART I)...


This post has been edited by lex: May 20 2013, 01:24 PM

Speakers are the same, just wiring differences. Diplole speakers are push-pull type, with each side is the reverse of the other side (one side push, the other side pull) thus simply a matter of wiring polarity on the drivers...

This post has been edited by lex: May 20 2013, 04:06 PM

You can check this review: Overclock3D :: Review :: Edifier M3300SF 2.1 Speaker Set Review :: Introduction and Technical Specifications. If you like the sound a little bright (high end trebles more significant) then the older Edifier M3300.

For games, its M3400 while for music its either M3300 or M3300SF.

Ahem! That's way overbudget for the person whose requirement is under RM300.

Because the Edifier had tweeters, plus wood (actually MDF) enclosures for the satellites. Tweeters can make a world of difference when it comes to clarity, ambience and atmosphere...

Try Edifier HCS2330, alternatively there's Logitech Z523...

Pretty much the choice is clear, when it comes to clarity then the most recommended one is Edifier M3300.

Can't comment on this model as I've not heard/auditioned it yet. Should be a very good choice though...

That's a lot of territory to cover...

If you can still find ye olde Edifier M3400 model which retails at around RM199 (extra RM19 than your current budget), then that would be the one to choose. Alternatively there's the cheaper Edifier E3100, if you can still find it. Otherwise all of those listed have about the same or similar specifications, except the P3060 model which has different subwoofer speaker design...

This post has been edited by lex: May 30 2013, 11:37 AM

Already stated in the first post of this thread: Special Interest -> Home Entertainment -> Audiophiles -> Please Recommend... a 2.1 or 5.1 speaker set V5, Comparison and Advice (PC Audio) ... Thus its the M1380...

What's wrong with the speakers?

You may want to consider Edifier HCS2330.

Gaming should be OK but not for music, as the muddy mids and overwhelming bass can drown out details...