Eris E4.5-2-Way 4.5" Near Field Studio Monitor (Pair)

Let me first start by saying that this is not my first pair of small near-field monitors. I've owned two other pairs of similarly-sized monitors in the past, both of which sounded like cheap junk. These days, I do my listening and mixing on a pair of Yamaha HS8s on two isolating stands in a very dampened (though largely untreated) bedroom, but I needed a slightly more portable pair of speakers that could accompany my laptop and a small interface to production sessions away from home. I wanted something with above-average sound quality at a price that wouldn't hurt my feelings if they somehow got damaged during transport. I read tons of reviews both here and at every reputable pro-audio retail website, and chose these over every other similarly priced and sized model because of their consistently glowing reviews. Of course, I was still skeptical because I have a hard time trusting the opinions and expectations of others when it comes to reviews on entry-level studio monitors. As a self-proclaimed "reasonable audiophile" and someone who has been producing and mixing music for a little more than 10 years now, I'm sure even my credentials (and my ears) will come into question during this review, and they should. It's always best to be skeptical about the type of claims I'm going to make here, especially when it comes to speakers or headphones that you haven't personally had the opportunity to audition before buying. Keeping that in mind, here are my thoughts on the Eris E4.5 monitors. Wow. At the time I purchased these, they were selling here for just under $200. I feel comfortable saying that these are the unicorn exception to the "you get what you pay for" rule of audio equipment. They don't blow me away in the same way that larger, more expensive speakers often do, but to say that I was initially stunned by the sound of these speakers would be an understatement. Because I purchased these speakers for mixing, I was most interested in how they perform at low-to-moderate levels. They certainly get loud enough to fill a room with sound, even uncomfortably loud in the right room, but I'll never need them to be that loud. At a level just slightly above the volume of the average speaking voice, these things sound unbelievably good for their size. The bass and sub-bass response isn't going to shake your foundation, but it's more than good enough for my purposes. They feel sturdy and don't have a lot of strange resonances that are difficult to work around; they don't "ring" a lot when you rap on them with your knuckles. The included adhesive foam pads didn't do anything special in terms of isolation, but they stick well and helps them to not slide around so easily on a smooth surface. If you really need to isolate these from the surface they're sitting on, just spring for some Auralex or a pair of small desktop stands. On the whole, they perform well across the frequency spectrum. They're far from flat, but they're also nowhere near as colorful as other similar small near-field monitors I've used; make no mistake, this lack of extreme coloration is a very good thing. They really shine in the midrange and treble frequencies, though. At low volumes, they deliver audio with impressive clarity. If you're working a quiet room, you should have no trouble hearing your changes on these little workhorses. I've already traveled with them once; took a trip to a cabin in the mountains and these had no problems keeping up when inspiration struck. I produce primarily electronic rock music, so being able to hear and understand what's going on at the bottom of the mix is extremely important in most of what I do. Again, the bass won't rock the house, but it's there and it gives you just what you need if you know what to listen for. When they're at home, they're hooked up to my turntable; a very modest AT-LP120 and a MicroPhono preamp (yes, the Behringer unit). The manual included with these monitors states that you should use the on-board "low cutoff" control to attenuate the bass frequencies if you plan to back them up close to a wall, but I've gotten the best results by ignoring that advice, leaving that switch at 0 and keeping them about 2" from the wall atop a bookshelf. I'll need to upgrade at least two other parts of my vinyl chain before I can feel like it has outgrown these speakers. To sum this all up, these monitors sound far better than they have any right to, considering their size and at the price they're being sold for. I won't waste your time waxing poetic about the subjective, unquantifiable aspects of the sound these monitors produce, but I can't emphasize enough that you'll get more than your money's worth out of these. If you have realistic expectations of what near-field monitors of this size and price will sound like, you'll probably be just as impressed as I was.

The PreSonus Eris E4.5 speakers are an exceptional addition to any audio setup, offering a delightful blend of impressive sound quality, thoughtful design, and versatile features. These compact 4.5-inch speakers manage to pack a powerful punch, making them a perfect choice for both casual listeners and professional audio enthusiasts. One of the standout features of the Eris E4.5 speakers is their balanced and accurate sound reproduction. With their woven composite drivers and silk-dome tweeters, these speakers deliver a remarkably clear and detailed audio experience across a wide range of frequencies. Whether you're listening to music, watching movies, or editing audio, the Eris E4.5 speakers excel at providing a well-defined soundstage and an immersive listening experience. The speakers' design also deserves commendation. The front-ported enclosure not only enhances bass response but also allows for flexible placement, making it easier to integrate them into various setups. The compact size is ideal for smaller spaces, yet the speakers manage to maintain their ability to fill a room with rich sound. Additionally, the professional-grade acoustic tuning controls on the back panel enable users to fine-tune the speakers to their preferences and the acoustic characteristics of the room, further enhancing the listening experience. Connectivity options are another strong point of the Eris E4.5 speakers. The speakers offer multiple input options, including balanced TRS, unbalanced RCA, and an auxiliary input, making it convenient to connect to a wide range of devices such as computers, audio interfaces, and mobile devices. The inclusion of a headphone output on the front panel is a thoughtful touch, allowing for private listening without the need to disconnect the speakers. Whether you're a music producer, video editor, or simply a music lover, the PreSonus Eris E4.5 speakers offer a remarkable value proposition. Their accurate sound reproduction, versatile design, and user-friendly features make them an excellent choice for anyone seeking a compact yet high-quality speaker solution. With the Eris E4.5 speakers, PreSonus has once again demonstrated their commitment to delivering reliable and top-notch audio equipment that caters to both professionals and enthusiasts alike.

I am very happy with these speakers. Their response is vey close to flat, with exaggerated bass response around 100 KhZ but there are boost/cut controls for 100 Hz and 10 KhZ. This solved that problem, which may have been caused by how I placed them. The sound is clear and crisp, and they have plenty of clean volume.

I got a set of Eris 4.5 gen 1s (non-bluetooth) about 5 years ago and until recently they were fantastic. They have great performance for the budget and were a significant step up from the cheap edifiers I used before them. They sound clear, had very low self-noise, and performed well. I paid $200 at the time and they were good value for that price. Unfortunately after about 5 years of use the built in amplifier started to fail, developing a constant loud hiss and significant distortion at higher frequencies. Checking with my oscilloscope showed me the amp was injecting a 24kHz signal into the speaker which was aliasing down to the annoying hiss and tone I was hearing. (I can't hear 20khz+, I'm too old, but the aliased frequency matches what I was hearing) Both speakers use the same amp which means the set was now effectively dead. (I did verify this was the speaker, and not the power, environment, etc) For that five year period I had no complaints. I've since upgraded to a much nicer set of monitors but I would still recommend these to someone wanting a nice set of studio monitors without wanting to spend $400+, just understand these may not last your whole life. For anyone curious, when I opened the case to diagnose the dead amp I saw the bluetooth and non-bluetooth gen-1 models are identical. The bluetooth module sits on a daughter-board on the amp. The non-bluetooth version contains the PCB but the components are not populated. You could probably reverse-engineer this to inject your own signal into the amp.

These are Presonus Gen 1 speakers. Simple to setup, no hissing as mentioned with the Gen 2 speakers. They come with cables (6 ft long) to connect to 1/8" stereo to either 1/8" stereo or RCA on the left speaker back. They sound fantastic and close to flat if you're using them for mixing audio. Plenty of tight bass response without a subwoofer. Perfect for using with a PC or turntable.

* I'm coming from Logitech computer speakers * These are a great set of speakers at a respectable price point. The front panel has Aux, headphone jack, volume knob, and power on/off. The front panel looks great and the exposed speakers are a style I prefer. The sound quality is very good clear and feels neutral. I am not an audiophile, but my ears are impressed. If you are looking for a punchy bass heavy set of speakers, avoid these. They will not meet your needs. However, if you are looking for clear audio with a more neutral sound curve, get these. Hard to beat at the price range. The actual build quality looks great and very sturdy. There is no rattle or vibration issues. It also comes with foam pads to put under the speakers if needed.

I was amazed by just how good the audio quality is when you used it for vinyl turntable, it has pre-amp built into so you don’t have to spend more, very affordable and got it for discount, really love the sound, the installation was super easy, it’s just outstanding, and the size is just perfect, I never had any problem with them, they are pretty loud reaching almost 110 db like a ambulance :-), I really love those guys and the equalizer behind just add an extra layer of premium stuff, the only thing missing is the Bluetooth connectivity but you can easily buy a adapter here for just 15$ bucks or connect it to aux, Overall what they offer it’s just what you need 🙏🏼

The product is solid and has great volume. Clear and articulate sound. Great for music production and listening. Be aware though these are Gen1 not Gen2 and the advertising does not stipulate this fact. These do not have the hissing problem others are complaining about with the Gen2's. Also Presonus does not allow a free download on the Software that is advertised here on this product, that feature has been discontinued. Keeping the speakers due to sound and quality and was given an adjustment in price. Highly recommended otherwise. One other thing and it's not the sellers issue but Presonus calls these 4.5" woofers. They are not, they are 4" and only a half inch bigger than the Edifier 1280T 3.5, although they sound a lot better than those.

Best value for these budge monitors, the weight and quality is amazing, size is perfect, i thought they’d be small but they’re quite large, had to buy monitor stands as they come off my desk😅. It has acoustic tuning on the back if you want to set them to desired likings e.g high trim and low trim, i have set my high’s to +2db and low to +2.5db as by default it was too flat sounding for me. But these settings for me give perfect bass and high treble👌🏼.

Thankyou Amazon for this awesome product for my studio, its one of the best monitor in these range ,if you are a music lover you definitely gonna love this product

Produto excelente, cumpre com o que promete, recomendo.

Broke again, 2 weeks before 2 year warranty. This is my 2nd pair and both broke same way.

it is perfect size and performance for the price. Bass is well defined, high and mid frequencies are quite good as well. I needed these to be a better judge on my voice over translation videos. Now I can judge the required type of and amount of Equalization etc. If I had a larger place, I would have definitely considered bigger models by PreSonus. It is very useful that you can control Bass and Treble on the back of these speakers.