The Edifier M60 is a compact powered stereo pair that prioritises clean desktop placement, flexible connectivity, and unusually mature sound for its size. Each speaker combines a 3-inch aluminum mid-low driver with a 1-inch silk-dome tweeter, while built-in Class-D amplification and DSP provide 66W RMS total output, a two-way active crossover, and dynamic-range control. USB-C, Bluetooth 5.3 with LDAC, and AUX cover most modern desktop and mobile setups.

The M60 doesn’t include a subwoofer, visible gaming RGB, or a dedicated bass-extension output. Its bass is surprisingly full in the mid-bass but limited at the deepest frequencies, making it better for near-field music, work, films, and general gaming than for room-shaking effects. At its current $199.99 US price, it’s a particularly appealing choice for listeners who want compact, balanced desktop sound rather than an effects-heavy gaming system.

Specifications

• Configuration: Powered stereo pair; no included subwoofer
• Total output: 66W RMS (18W+18W mid-low drivers, 15W+15W tweeters, per independent measurement)
• Drivers per speaker: One 3-inch aluminum mid-low driver and one 1-inch silk-dome tweeter
• Amplification: Closed-loop Class-D amplification with built-in DSP, two-way active crossover, dynamic-range control
• Frequency response: 58Hz–40kHz (official); signal-to-noise ratio greater than 85dB(A)
• Wired inputs: USB-C and AUX
• Wireless input: Bluetooth 5.3 with LDAC (up to 24-bit/96kHz with compatible sources)
• Controls: Capacitive top panel for power, source selection, and volume
• App: Edifier ConneX mobile app
• Stands: Included aluminum stands angled approximately 15 degrees
• Dimensions per speaker: Approximately 100 x 168 x 147mm
• Weight: 3.07kg net (per official page)
• Included accessories: Speakers, 3.5mm AUX cable, USB-C-to-USB-C cable, 3.5mm-to-RCA cable, speaker/power cables, manual
• Current US list price: $199.99

Design, Drivers, and Sound Quality

The M60’s design is built around limited desktop space, with each cabinet approximately 100mm wide, 168mm high, and 147mm deep — substantially less room than many bookshelf-style powered speakers require. The included aluminum stands improve placement considerably: their approximately 15-degree angle points the speakers upward toward the listener, and Prime Audio used the speakers toed toward the listening position, the appropriate arrangement for the M60’s near-field design.

The M60’s strongest quality is its balance between clarity and body. Prime Audio describes an open, detailed midrange with space around vocals and instruments, a delicate treble that avoids harshness, and fuller mid-bass than expected from such a small system. StereoGuide similarly characterises the speaker as lively and balanced, with precise imaging and surprisingly rich bass for its size. Bass is impressive within its limits — the M60 supplies satisfying mid-bass foundation for music, video, and games, but Prime Audio notes material below approximately 60Hz becomes faint or disappears. There’s no subwoofer output identified in the official product material, so buyers wanting deep cinematic effects should look elsewhere.

Objective Measurements

Erin’s Audio Corner provides CTA-2034-style measurements gathered with a Klippel Near-Field Scanner, including on-axis response, listening-window response, early reflections, sound power, directivity plots, harmonic-distortion tests, dynamic-range/compression tests, and multitone-distortion results. This measurement coverage is valuable because it supports the subjective impression that the M60 is a serious compact speaker rather than a product judged only by marketing claims — it also shows why placement matters, since directivity and vertical response change as the listener moves relative to the tweeter, and the supplied stands help put the listening position in a more useful window.

Connectivity and Everyday Use

USB-C is the best desktop connection for most computer users, keeping the signal in the digital domain until the M60’s internal audio electronics. Bluetooth 5.3 with LDAC support is a meaningful advantage for compatible Android devices, with independent coverage reporting high-bitrate wireless streaming up to 24-bit/96kHz under suitable conditions — the connection may fall back to another codec if the source doesn’t support LDAC.

The capacitive top panel provides power, source selection, and volume controls without adding a bulky remote or wired desktop pod. Prime Audio found the controls intuitive and the automatic illumination restrained. The Edifier ConneX app provides extended functions, though the M60 isn’t as software-centric as a gaming RGB speaker system — there’s no prominent RGB lighting or game-reactive effects, so buyers should choose it for audio and connectivity rather than expecting Logitech LIGHTSYNC- or Razer Chroma-style effects.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the M60 include a subwoofer?

No. It’s a powered stereo pair with one 3-inch mid-low driver and one 1-inch tweeter in each speaker. Its mid-bass is impressive for the size, but it doesn’t deliver the deepest bass a dedicated subwoofer can provide.

Does the M60 support LDAC?

Yes. The Bluetooth 5.3 receiver supports LDAC, with independent coverage reporting high-resolution wireless playback up to 24-bit/96kHz with compatible Android devices, depending on the source and connection conditions.

Does the M60 need an amplifier?

No. It’s a powered speaker system with built-in Class-D amplification, DSP, and active crossover, and the package includes the cables needed to connect and power the pair.

Is the Edifier M60 a studio monitor?

No. It has a relatively balanced and measured presentation for a compact desktop speaker, but Edifier positions it as a multimedia/desktop speaker, not as a professional near-field monitor.

Does the M60 have RGB lighting?

No. The M60 is not an RGB gaming speaker system. Its top control illumination is restrained and functional rather than a game-reactive lighting feature.

Verdict

The Edifier M60 is an excellent compact desktop speaker pair for listeners who value balance, connectivity, and tidy placement over maximum bass. Its 3-inch aluminum mid-low drivers, 1-inch silk-dome tweeters, DSP, active crossover, and 66W RMS system output produce a mature near-field presentation, while USB-C, Bluetooth 5.3 with LDAC, and AUX make it easy to use across work, mobile, and entertainment setups. The included angled aluminum stands are a practical advantage rather than a cosmetic extra.

The limitations are straightforward: there’s no subwoofer, deep bass is restricted, the capacitive controls aren’t as tactile as physical knobs, and the system doesn’t provide RGB or a gaming-focused software suite. Buy the M60 if you want a compact, self-contained pair with refined desktop sound and unusually broad wired and wireless connectivity; choose another system if you need deep cinematic bass, room-filling output, or extensive gaming effects. Overall, it earns 4 out of 5 stars.