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PreSonus Eris 3.5BT Gen 2, Studio Monitor Speakers with Bluetooth, Pair, 3.5 Inch, 2-Way, Powered Desktop Speakers for Multimedia, Gaming, Studio-Quality Music Production, 50W Power
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Brand | PreSonus |
Speaker maximum output power | 25 Watts |
Connectivity technology | ¼” TRS, RCA, and ⅛” Stereo Aux, Bluetooth 5.0 Inputs |
Audio output mode | Stereo |
Mounting type | Tabletop |
Material | ABS, Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene |
Model name | Eris 3.5BT |
Speaker type | Monitor |
Special feature | Compact size with studio-quality sound; 3.5-inch, woven-composite woofer and 1-inch, silk-dome tweeter; Bluetooth® 5.0 wireless connectivity; ¼-inch balanced TRS and RCA and ⅛-inch stereo unbalanced line inputs; convenient front-panel volume control; integrated headphone amplifier; low- and high-frequency tuning controls; 25W/side Class AB power amp. See more |
Recommended uses for product | Professional audio production, music recording, mixing, multimedia consumption, gaming, and casual music listening See more |
About this item
- 50W of Class A/B power. 25 watts of Class-AB power for each speaker provides all the volume you want without sacrificing tonal balance or audio clarity.
- Big low end, compact size. 3.5-inch woven-composite drivers produce a powerful, accurate, and smooth bass response.
- Natural high-frequency response. 1-inch (25 mm) ultra-low mass, silk-dome, high-frequency transducers provide a wide sweet spot for superior stereo imaging.
- Bluetooth 5.0 technology ensures outstanding wireless audio quality.
- All the connections you need: ¼-inch TRS balanced inputs for professional audio devices, unbalanced RCA inputs for consumer electronics, plus a convenient front-panel ⅛-inch TRS stereo aux input for your smartphone.
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Honest. Expressive. Powerful.
The ultimate studio monitors for any room.
For the best music listening experience with thousands of positive reviews, look no further than the next generation of Eris studio monitors.
With improved tuning, and unbelievable power for their compact size, the 2nd generation of Eris monitor speakers offer all the volume you want without ever sacrificing tonal balance or sonic clarity.
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Price | £78.50£78.50 | £117.50£117.50 | £149.00£149.00 | £193.00£193.00 | £159.00£159.00 |
Low-Frequency Transducer | 3.5" Woven-composite Woofer | 3.5" Woven-composite Woofer | 4.5" Woven-composite Woofer | 5.25" Woven-composite Woofer | 8" Composite with High-Elasticity Rubber Surrond |
High-Frequency Transducer | 1" Silk-dome Tweeter | 1" Silk-dome Tweeter | 1" Silk-dome Tweeter | 1" Silk-dome Tweeter | N/A |
Amplifier Power | 50W (25W ea.) | 50W (25W ea.) | 50W (25W ea.) | 100W (50W ea.) | 50W RMS |
Amplifier Class | Class AB Dual Amp | Class AB Dual Amp | Class AB Dual Amp | Class D Dual Amp | Class AB Amp |
Frequency Response | 80 Hz - 20 kHz | 80 Hz - 20 kHz | 70 Hz - 20 kHz | 55 Hz - 20 kHz | 30 Hz - 200 Hz |
Peak SPL | 98 dB @ 1 m | 98 dB @ 1 m | 100 dB @ 1 m | 104 dB @ 1 m | 100 dB @ 1 m |
Bluetooth 5.0 Wireless Compatible | no data | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Built-in Headphone Amp (Front ⅛" Stereo Output) | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | no data |
Protections | RF interference, Output-current limiting, Over-temperature, Turn-on/off transient, Subsonic filter | RF interference, Output-current limiting, Over-temperature, Turn-on/off transient, Subsonic filter | RF interference, Output-current limiting, Over-temperature, Turn-on/off transient, Subsonic filter | RF interference, Output-current limiting, Over-temperature, Turn-on/off transient, Subsonic filte | RF interference, Output-current limiting, Over-temperature, Turn-on/off transient, Subsonic filter |

Speaker connections for almost anything.
Eris studio monitors offer flexible connectivity, so it’s easy to connect to your audio interface, headphones, turntable, record player, subwoofer, phone, laptop, or desktop computer. With both balanced and unbalanced inputs, Eris speaker pairs offer versatile connections for both music creation and high-fidelity audio listening.
- Back-Panel Connections:¼" balanced L/R TRS inputs ⅛" unbalanced L/R RCA inputs, stereo RCA cable included
- Front-Panel Connections:⅛" stereo aux input, aux cord included ⅛" headphone jack, auto-mutes speakers when connected


And unlike other home audio or computer speakers...
Eris speakers provide an even response throughout the frequency range — from bass to treble. This means you’ll hear your favorite music exactly as artists and engineers intend it to be heard. Plus, low- and high-frequency tuning controls let you dial in your monitors precisely for your environment to ensure the best sound possible.
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Sold by | Amazon | Amazon | ElectroMarket | Amazon | Amazon | SmartSalesUK |
speaker size | 3.5 inches | 4.5 inches | 5 inches | 25.4 centimeters | 5 inches | 4 inches |
power source | Corded Electric | Corded Electric | Corded Electric | Corded Electric | Corded Electric | Corded Electric |
connectivity tech | ¼” TRS, RCA, and ⅛” Stereo Aux, Bluetooth 5.0 Inputs | Bluetooth | Bluetooth | USB | XLR, RCA | Bluetooth, Optical, HDMI, RCA, Coaxial |
speaker type | Monitor | Monitor | Monitor | Woofer, Multimedia | Monitor | Bookshelf |
mounting type | Tabletop | Tabletop Mount | Tabletop | Tabletop | Tabletop | Tabletop |
weight | 3.1 kilograms | 4.3 kilograms | 5.3 kilograms | 3.25 kilograms | 12.6 pounds | 5.8 kilograms |
control method | application | application | touch | touch | application | remote |
model name | Eris 3.5BT | BX4 PAIR BT | SMN50B | 50USB | ADAM Audio T5V | Nova |
frequency response | — | 22000 hertz | 20000 hertz | — | 25 KHz | 50 KHz |
surround channels | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 5.1 |
woofer diameter | 3.5 inches | 4.5 inches | 5 inches | 5 inches | 5 inches | 4 inches |
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Product details
- Product Dimensions : 14 x 15.3 x 21 cm; 3.1 kg
- Date First Available : 15 Aug. 2023
- Manufacturer : PreSonus
- ASIN : B0CC37D4H6
- Item model number : 2777504122
- Country of origin : China
- Guaranteed software updates until : unknown
- Best Sellers Rank: 345 in Musical Instruments & DJ (See Top 100 in Musical Instruments & DJ)
- 2 in Studio Monitors
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Learn more how customers reviews work on AmazonCustomers say
Customers find these speakers deliver brilliant sound with good flat response across bass, and appreciate their surprising quality for their small form factor. The speakers are praised for their compact size that saves desk space, clarity with clear mids and highs, and Bluetooth connectivity that's really handy. They are easy to set up and use, and customers consider them good value for money.
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Customers praise the speakers' sound quality, noting they kick out a lot of volume and offer excellent value for money. One customer mentions they provide a more accurate representation of the input sound source.
"...More than enough for the vast majority though. They look good, sound good, work well, have Bluetooth, lots of common connections and all you need is..." Read more
"...but really for near £70 they are just really solid with near flawless sound and no loud hiss, and a clear step up from my MacBook audio...." Read more
"...Impressive bass from such a small form factor. Very well made too. Highly recommended." Read more
"The Studio Monitors are just amazing, they faithfully reproduce a flat sound response across the audio spectrum, and they are ideal for mixing in a..." Read more
Customers find these speakers offer excellent value for money, with one customer noting they are impressive for their size and price.
"...These are not high end studio monitors. For home use, this is actually quite a positive and part of the reason I wanted them...." Read more
"...Might have expected more if they're expensive, but at this price level they're an easy 5 stars...." Read more
"...Frankly amazing it’s this clear and powerful at that price." Read more
"...form factor and design is nice, and the sound quality good fir the price point, would recommend if you don't mind the quite popping." Read more
Customers find these speakers to be superb and great little monitors that perform their job well, with one customer noting that the TRS connector is good enough.
"...They look good, sound good, work well, have Bluetooth, lots of common connections and all you need is some speaker wire if you want to separate them..." Read more
"...Third time is definitely a charm. The 4.5 and sub pair fantastically...." Read more
"...All in all, they are very good monitors and not at all overpriced...." Read more
"...If you've never had a good set of monitors, these are definitely worth your attention!" Read more
Customers praise these speakers for their solid construction, particularly noting their surprising quality for their small form factor.
"...as a pair of £500 genelecs, but really for near £70 they are just really solid with near flawless sound and no loud hiss, and a clear step up from..." Read more
"...Impressive bass from such a small form factor. Very well made too. Highly recommended." Read more
"...Apart from the cons they are worth the money, the cabs are decent materials, and should last a while." Read more
"This is the first Sub I have purchased based on good reviews. It's well made and compact enough for it to fit in the space I created for it...." Read more
Customers appreciate the speakers' compact size, noting that they save desk space and have larger than average tweeter and woofer.
"...These are, as all speakers, somewhat directional but they can fill a small room and be treated as a nice set of home stereo speakers...." Read more
"...Don’t think I need to. The bass is punchy, tight and kicks bottom...." Read more
"...Impressive bass from such a small form factor. Very well made too. Highly recommended." Read more
"...PreSonus Eris 3.5BT speakers deliver impressive sound quality in a compact design, with crystal-clear highs and punchy lows perfect for home DJ..." Read more
Customers praise these speakers for their clarity, particularly noting the clear mids and highs, fine detail, and improved separation and bass performance.
"...I’m mainly working with Logic Pro and the clarity and depth makes production difficult because of how much fun I’m having exploring sound...." Read more
"...deliver impressive sound quality in a compact design, with crystal-clear highs and punchy lows perfect for home DJ through DJ mixing decks, music..." Read more
"Excellent speakers. The clarity and balance of the audio from my laptop through these speakers is super, you can hear every instrument on a..." Read more
"...WOW !....The sound is so full and rich.....Not at all harsh. The bass ? I'm speechless to be honest...." Read more
Customers appreciate the Bluetooth connectivity of these speakers, finding it handy and fuss-free, with one customer noting it works well for parties.
"...They look good, sound good, work well, have Bluetooth, lots of common connections and all you need is some speaker wire if you want to separate them..." Read more
"...The Bluetooth connectivity allows wireless pairing with devices. Really impressive sound for such small speakers and great value for money!" Read more
"...and move with, interesting features, Easy to setup and the Bluetooth is accurate." Read more
"...Easy to setup and adjust to your liking, attractive design, multiple connection options, great tone and ample volume range for most household..." Read more
Customers find the speakers easy to set up and use, with simple connection and operation, and one customer mentions they work well with Mac Studio.
"...It turns these monitors into something very convenient and I wish more manufacturers would incorporate it...." Read more
"...They were very easy to set up, and once they are tuned to your room, you will, like me, be very pleased with the sound of your new monitors...." Read more
"...For the price and ease of set up deserves five stars." Read more
"...looks great easy to pack and move with, interesting features, Easy to setup and the Bluetooth is accurate." Read more
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- Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 5 March 2025Style Name: BluetoothSize Name: 4.5" MonitorsConfiguration: MonitorsVerified PurchaseI got these at the start of the year and waited a while to see how they worked out. For recording, they are excellent and I had no problems connecting to my PC. The 4.5" speakers have enough power for home use and can keep up with a guitar amp at home volumes. The cables for connecting the speakers were a bit short for my needs so I bought some 16 gauge wire and that was adequate. The slave speaker is 4 Ohms, 25 watt so up to 25 feet, 16 is fine. If you want longer, go with 14 gauge.
The Bluetooth connection is simple and convenient. It turns these monitors into something very convenient and I wish more manufacturers would incorporate it. Being able to connect your phone or tablet is just fun. Something I think matters in a product in this category. No cables to listen to music on your phone, no messing about or booting up the computer.
There are plenty of connections on the speaker and they will likely suit most home users. These are not high end studio monitors. For home use, this is actually quite a positive and part of the reason I wanted them. Professional studio monitors are extremely directional. These are, as all speakers, somewhat directional but they can fill a small room and be treated as a nice set of home stereo speakers. That may not suit pros but, if you are a pro, you will already know that and be looking for something specific. For music enthusiasts, creators and general home use, I think you'd be hard pressed to find a more compelling product. I do fancy the subwoofer but honestly, they sound good enough for what I use them for and I don't really need to shake the whole house.
So, I'd definitely recommend them for home use and general listening. They would be good for a gamer that wants something better than your typical PC speakers, these really are a massive upgrade at a reasonable price. 4.5" is generally a good place for home use and that quality vs cost sweet spot. If you need something for the pro studio, these aren't that but you'd already know that if you did. More than enough for the vast majority though. They look good, sound good, work well, have Bluetooth, lots of common connections and all you need is some speaker wire if you want to separate them across a small room for a small stereo speaker system. They tick a lot of boxes and deserve to be praised.
- Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 27 March 2025Style Name: WiredSize Name: 3.5" MonitorsConfiguration: MonitorsVerified PurchaseI got these after 2 more expensive sets failed me:
IK Micro-Loud - too much hiss, unjustifiable at their high cost, so returned.
Logi Z407 - sounded mediocre with boomy out of sync base, poor vocals, returned.
I gave up and returned to using my MacBook Pro 14" speakers. Then I saw these Eris 3.5 units on sale and thought why not try. They actually sound really decent for the money. Maybe not the same as a pair of £500 genelecs, but really for near £70 they are just really solid with near flawless sound and no loud hiss, and a clear step up from my MacBook audio. Might have expected more if they're expensive, but at this price level they're an easy 5 stars. Love the aux-in and headphone jack both being on the front too alongside the power button. Odd choice to have controls/power on left speakers, but that's a very minor quirk. Well done PreSonus!
- Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 1 March 2023Well, it took three goes and boy; that is less than ideal.
First two had issues and I think the second sub was a return if I’m being honest.
The thing to watch with this kind of device, anything actively powered, the inbuilt power aspect can cause vibration. The second sub I ordered had a terrible hum which I reduced by getting the volume balanced between the Eris 4.5s and the sub and the interface for my Mac
The first sub just stopped producing bass; which I sent back no issue but the second sun was faulty and the return window much smaller. It went “pop” the day the return window closed and although a bit of a pain, going back between Amazon and PreSonus, Amazon replaced the sub.
Third time is definitely a charm. The 4.5 and sub pair fantastically.
I’m mainly working with Logic Pro and the clarity and depth makes production difficult because of how much fun I’m having exploring sound.
The bass on this unit is deeeeeeeeeeeeep. It fills my living room and I doubt I’ll ever push the unit. Don’t think I need to.
The bass is punchy, tight and kicks bottom.
I’m sure many people have had an easier time and despite trouble getting this purchase off the ground I’m thrilled I finally did.
If you’re interested in the monitor sub combo, be assured it’s great.
Once again, I’m using the Eris 4.5 (not BT) and Sub 8 and for 300 you’d be pushed to find better.
Frankly amazing it’s this clear and powerful at that price.
- Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 7 September 2024Style Name: WiredSize Name: 3.5" MonitorsConfiguration: MonitorsVerified PurchaseThe speakers look and sound nice, allowing for +6db of treble or bas control from the main active speaker, however when 'idle' with nothing playing a popping sound can be heard (like a helicopter is taking off in the distance) , which can become annoying quite quickly if you don't like it. Personally I don't mind these as Im not using them in any professional environment, but others who are more noise sensitive may have an issue with this.
This popping happens whatever level the gain is on the front or back, and stay at the same volume anytime the speaker is powered on.
Apart from that though the form factor and design is nice, and the sound quality good fir the price point, would recommend if you don't mind the quite popping.
- Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 22 February 2025Style Name: WiredSize Name: 3.5" MonitorsConfiguration: MonitorsVerified PurchaseI’m a fussy audiophile. These paired with my UA Volt 2 USB soundcard are simply brilliant for the money. Impressive bass from such a small form factor. Very well made too. Highly recommended.
Top reviews from other countries
- Ryan R. TanjocoReviewed in the United Arab Emirates on 2 April 2023
5.0 out of 5 stars sound great
Style Name: BluetoothSize Name: 4.5" driversConfiguration: Gen 1Verified Purchaseclear sound and good quality.
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Excelente, cumpre com o que prometeReviewed in Brazil on 18 May 2023
5.0 out of 5 stars Excelente
Style Name: WiredSize Name: 4.5" driversConfiguration: Gen 1Verified PurchaseProduto excelente, cumpre com o que promete, recomendo.
- J. LiangReviewed in Sweden on 7 August 2023
5.0 out of 5 stars Believe the hype and positive reviews - these rock!
Style Name: BluetoothSize Name: 3.5" driversConfiguration: Gen 1Verified PurchaseBelieve the hype and positive reviews - these rock!
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MarcinReviewed in Poland on 26 February 2023
5.0 out of 5 stars Dobry dźwięk, ale mocno dudniący bas wymagający korekcji
Style Name: WiredSize Name: 3.5" driversConfiguration: Gen 1Verified PurchaseTo bardzo fajne i dobrze brzmiące małe monitory na biurko. Niestety bas mocno dudni, i wymaga konkretnej korekty: -12dB@125Hz (na Macu np. przy pomocy programu eqMac)
- Yet Another Amazon ReviewerReviewed in the United States on 11 June 2017
5.0 out of 5 stars Surprisingly Good Monitors at a Surprisingly Comfortable Price Point
Style Name: WiredSize Name: 4.5" driversConfiguration: Gen 1Verified PurchaseLet 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.