Klipsch - Reference Premiere 5-1/4" 300-Watt Passive 2-Way Height/Surround Channel Speakers (Pair) - Ebony

Name: Klipsch - Reference Premiere 5-1/4" 300-Watt Passive 2-Way Height/Surround Channel Speakers (Pair) - Ebony
Brand: Klipsch
SKU: 6259994
Rating: 4.9 (77 reviews)

Model: 1066507 RP-500SA BLACK

SKU: 6259994

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Key Specs
- Speaker Type: Satellite
- RMS Power: 75 watts (The maximum amount of continuous power the device is able to handle.)
General
- Product Name: Reference Premiere 5-1/4" 300-Watt Passive 2-Way Height/Surround Channel Speakers (Pair)
- Brand: Klipsch
- Model Number: 1066507 RP-500SA BLACK
- Color: Ebony
Audio
- Speaker Type: Satellite
- Enclosure Type: Sealed
- RMS Power: 75 watts (The maximum amount of continuous power the device is able to handle.)
- Peak Power Handling: 300 watts (The maximum amount of power an electronic device, like a speaker, can handle without damage. This refers to short bursts of power, while root mean square (RMS) power handling indicates the amount of continuous power a device can sustain. Higher levels of distortion can also occur at peak power levels when the device is powered beyond its recommended usage.)
- Impedance: 8 ohms (Describes the resistance of an electric signal throughout the system. Devices with low impedance require less power to deliver optimal signals but are more at risk for damage from overloading. Higher impedance requires more power but is more protected from overload damage.)
- Number of Tweeters: 1
- Tweeter Size: 1 inches
- Number of Drivers: 2
- Number of Woofers: 1
- Woofer Size: 5.25 inches
Connectivity
- Wireless Multi-Room Audio: false (Technology that allows multiple speakers and/or soundbars to be connected wirelessly and play audio in separate rooms.)
Features
- Indoor Or Outdoor Use: Indoor (Indicates the appropriate environment product was designed to be used in.)
Dimensions
- Product Height: 7.4 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Width: 6.8 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Depth: 11.2 inches (The out of box depth of the item. Depth is measured as the distance from the front of the item to the back as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Weight: 7.9 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
Material
- Tweeter Material: Titanium
- Woofer Material: Cerametallic
Included
- Cable(s) Included: None
Other
- UPC: 743878036503

Elevate your audio with this Klipsch Reference Premier Atmos speaker. The 1-inch titanium LTS vented tweeter and 5.25-inch cerametallic cone woofer deliver high-efficiency audio with crystal-clear details at high and low frequencies. This Klipsch Reference Premier Atmos speaker features Dolby Atmos Elevation effects to immerse you in a world of cinematic audio.

Handles up to 300W peak power (75W continuous): For robust and controlled audio that is crisp and clear.
5-1/4" cerametallic woofer: Along with 1" titanium tweeter for a complete range of sounds.
Dolby Atmos overhead sound effects: The addition of elevation speakers reflects sound from the ceiling to put sound anywhere in your room - making you feel like you're truly in the middle of the action.
2-way speaker system: Sounds like 1 source rather than several separate sources. Drivers are angled up to reflect sound off the ceiling, for a heightened sound stage and overhead effects.
Removable grille: Remains acoustically transparent while protecting the speaker's components.
8 ohms nominal impedance: Ensures efficient conduction of power through the speaker.
Keyhole mounting: For on-wall elevation/surround sound use.
Convenient placing: Designed to sit on top of floor standing front or back speakers.

Whats Included

Klipsch Reference Premiere 5-1/4" 300-Watt Passive 2-Way Height/Surround Channel Speakers (Pair)

Q: Can these speakers be used as front surround speakers with a 5.1 configuration?

A: 5.1 surround consists of Two fronts (R/L), Two Rear (R/L) and a Center Channel = 5 Speakers. The "point 1" is the subwoofer. Now that we are on the same page on what a 5,1 config consists of, the Two speakers up front would be primary Right and Left. If you currently have a 5.1 set-up and place these up front up top, then yes these will work great as front heights. This would essentially move you to a 5,2,1 solution at that point. If you are asking if these speakers would work for front left and front right - the answer is they will produce sound, no they are not idea as Front R/L Main. Yes on heights, no for mains. Hope that helps. Floor standing speakers are going to be the best option for front left and right mains, solid bookshelfs could be utilized as well with a good subwoofer with front mains. These speakers do not handle the range or the wattage a solid set of FS speakers would handle and be able to produce. These speakers will work great for rear surrounds, rear height surround, side surround, or Atmos height front or rear. These are not good for front main speakers.

Q: Are these speakers made to hang on a wall or ceiling?

A: They're designed so you don't have to mount anything in the ceiling. They can be mounted high on the wall or lay completely flat on tower speakers. They come with rubber footings so theres never any full contact between the speakers and wall or tower speakers

Q: will these speakers work at all if my receiver doesn't have an atmos feature ?

A: They will produce audio, but it will only be a surround channel. In these cases, you should hang them off the wall as opposed to on top of the tower speakers as Atmos.

Q: My Klipsch towers have TWO sets of connections. Can I hook these directly to the towers OR do they need to be connected directly to the Rec.

A: 2 sets of terminals on a speaker indicate they can be bi-wired to separate frequencies that go to the woofer(s) and the tweeter(s) from an amplifier that is configured for it or two separate amplifiers. These two sets of terminals on the speaker should be bridged together unless you are going to bi-wire them from the amp(s). Speakers that already have the Atmos speaker built into them (two sets of speakers in one cabinet) will also have two sets of terminals that are not bridged with each set being a separate channel to connect from the receiver.

Q: I do not have a receiver with the Atmos feature. Can I use these speakers as surround sound on stands behind me ? I cannot place them on my walls. Will on stands behind me work ? Thank you

A: I believe these have a switch built in to use as surround or height speakers. Changes frequency crossover point. However these speakers are physically built with the proper speaker angle for Atmos performance. ( angled up) Your speaker would have to be placed to accommodate that angle and adjust speaker face perpendicular to floor to sound best.

Q: Will these speakers work with the Polk Audio Monitor 70 tower speakers?

A: To be honest with you they should as long as you have the hook up in back of your receiver for dolby atmos speakers.

Q: I have Klipsch floor speakers w/atmos, Klipsch center, 2 Klipsh subwoofers. Bought these as front height surround, rear surround is not achievable in my setting. Vaulted 12' ceiling. Plan on mounting at top of 8' wall in surround setting. Good placement?

A: I use these as surround rear hanging on the wall and Klipsch ceiling mounted speakers for Atmos right over my head just in front of my seat angled back. The speakers have an adjustable tweeter. This works really well with my vaulted ceiling with 5.2.4.

Q: What gauge wire is suggested for a distance of about 12ft ?

A: Since 12' is a very short run, you can use up to 18 gauge wire and not have any signal loss. We recommend 12-16 gauge as standard.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Add another dimension of sound to your movies
Pros Piano black gives elegant appearance Cooper driver and ring create a sophisticated look Grill cover holds on with magnets instead of pegs Retaining magnets have felt to protect finish MDF enclosure snubs any hint of vibration or distortion High sensitivity doesn’t require much power Warm, slightly bright tone without Selectable Atmos and Surround mode Can be ceiling fired to mounted on walls Dolby Atmos certified elevation speakers More useful than 3D video Includes cleaning cloth Cons Finish shows scratches, dust, and fingerprints easily Included rubberized feet are easy to lose in package Klipsch has long been known as a company that produces great sound for good price while keeping an emphasis on appearance, so you are proud to have these in your room. The Klipsch RP-500SA is the latest iteration of the Reference Series which has already proven in previous reviews to be a great line of speakers. If you are looking to improve your movie experience with height the RP-500SA can fit the bill. Previous generations included the copper driver which create a look of sophistication when the grill is removed but the latest generation includes an extra thin copper accent line. It might not sound like much, but it really improves the overall appearance. More notable is the change from the old black vinyl appearance to the new Piano Black finish. In pictures you might think it cheapens the appearance, but you really must see them in person to appreciate. The best way to think of the look is to imagine when you have seen a gloss black grand piano or any other musical instrument with that deep, dark, highly polished finish. In person you see a quality finish that adds a bit of elegance to your setup. Just keep in mind there is one downside to having that very glossy finish. Scratches, dust, or fingerprints show up easily but with proper care the look can make the difference between your room looking like it’s filled with plastic boxes or high-quality enthusiast equipment. For enthusiasts they can become a piece of furniture you will love to look at. If for some reason you need to cover up the drivers, you can always opt to leave on the included grills which hold on with magnets. With magnets there is no need to worry about damaging fragile pegs and when removed it leaves a completely clean finish on the front of the speaker. Mounting options include laying flat as ceiling firing Atmos speakers for elevation or as well mount speakers. A switch on the back changes the speaker mode from Atmos to surround. Range isn’t specified except that they are Dolby Atmos elevation speaker certified. As dedicated Atmos speakers, you can add them to your existing surround sound system to add height if you have a receiver which supports Atmos. If you plan on having them ceiling fired just be sure you have a flat ceiling or it won’t work. Appearance means nothing if it isn’t backed up with great sound. Since the RP-500SA are intended as more of a supplemental role, regardless of mode, it isn’t quite as easy for everyone to recognize them at work at first. When you watch a movie which has Dolby Atmos you will notice at certain scenes it will seem as if sounds come from places in the room where there isn’t a speaker. Although more subtle than the bank of ceiling speakers in an Atmos enabled movie theater you can notice during scenes with fireworks they seem to explode in places that seem impossible, like above you. When a helicopter is flying across the scene you can hear it start at one speaker and transition to another as if it flying above you. If you have an Atmos capable received and want to add another dimension to your movie viewing experience, the Klipsch RP-500SA warrants serious consideration.
This review is from Klipsch - Reference Premiere 5-1/4" 300-Watt Passive 2-Way Height/Surround Channel Speakers (Pair) - Gloss Piano Black
Posted 7 years ago by CraigB
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great quality
I have these set up as 5.0.2 set up. I am using these as 2 front height speakers. The first thing I like there is a switch in back of speakers for Atmos or Surround. You can use these in different applications. I decided to use Atmos setting and mount them on the wall. I could have use then to fire up on ceiling but Atmos is least effective in that application. Best option is in ceilings, second is height speakers and last option is up firing. The build quality is great. I love the style of speaker with its own personality. The sound is really good and I’m content. Now I purchased these for $400 on sale. MSRP is $500.00 and with 20% discount it made it 400.00 on sale.
Posted 6 years ago by mhayes01
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Exquisite sound and style.
I recently upgraded from the R-15M bookshelf speaker to these. I use them in a surround sound configuration instead of an Atmos. They have a toggle on the back for selecting between the two sound modes which is handy. I also really enjoy looking at the walnut finish although it is just a plastic veneer. The finish gives them a slightly warmer look than the black version in my opinion. At the end of the day, I bought them to upgrade my side surrounds and have not been disappointed with the acoustics.
This review is from Klipsch - Reference Premiere 5-1/4" 300-Watt Passive 2-Way Height/Surround Channel Speakers (Pair) - Walnut
Posted 6 years ago by Blake