RMS Power: 100 watts (The maximum amount of continuous power the device is able to handle.)
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.)
Minimum Frequency Response: 45 hertz (Describes the maximum range of frequencies or musical tones a product can reproduce, from very low tones to very high treble tones. The minimum frequency or musical tone the speaker can reproduce. High treble tones have higher frequencies while low tones and deep bass have lower frequencies.)
Maximum Frequency Response: 25 kilohertz (Describes the maximum range of frequencies or musical tones a product can reproduce, from very low tones to very high treble tones. The maximum frequency or musical tone the speaker can reproduce. High treble tones have higher frequencies while low tones and deep bass have lower frequencies.)
Sensitivity: 96 decibels
Number of Tweeters: 1
Tweeter Size: 1 inches
Number of Woofers: 1
Woofer Size: 6.5 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.)
Dimensions
Product Height: 16.7 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: 8.8 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: 12.9 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: 19.9 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
Material
Tweeter Material: Titanium
Woofer Material: Cerametallic
Included
Cable(s) Included: None
Warranty
Manufacturer's Warranty - Parts: Not available
Manufacturer's Warranty - Labor: Not available
Other
UPC: 743878027686
The Reference Premiere RP-160M monitors provide bold, theater-quality sound in a compact, bookshelf speaker - making them easy to place in almost any room layout.
Handles up to 400W peak power (100W continuous): For robust and controlled audio that is crisp and clear.
6-1/2" cerametallic woofer: Along with 1" titanium tweeter for a complete range of sounds.
2-way speaker system: Sounds like 1 source rather than several separate sources.
Removable grille: Remains acoustically transparent while protecting the speaker's components.
Bass reflex enclosure: With a rear-firing port promotes optimal performance.
45Hz - 25kHz frequency response: Ensures a wide range of accurately reproduced sound.
96dB sensitivity: Ensures crisp, robust audio.
8 ohms nominal impedance: Ensures efficient conduction of power through the speaker.
Customers are pleased with the sound quality and size of the Reference Premiere 6-1/2" 400-Watt Passive 2-Way Speakers. Many reviewers highlighted the impressive audio performance, describing the sound as "big" and of exceptional quality, even exceeding expectations. The speakers' size was also favorably noted, fitting well into various setups. No significant negative feedback was reported.
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
6.5" vs 5.5"
I am upgrading from the klipsch R-15M. That's right the smaller cheaper bookshelf speakers found inside of bestbuy. These are so much more expensive, so are they worth it? Probably not. Am I happy? Yes!! The smaller R-15M are such a good deal when they are on sale. They sound great and would start with those again.
RP-160M speakers are fantastic. The cherry color reminds me of old style speakers. The grills are magnetic which make it so easy to take on and off. These produce so much bass that when I ran my audio set up, my onkyo recived actually turned off my sub from the settings! I turned the sub back on and manually adjusted the low cross over frequency.
These things are big! And they sound big. I was nervous my wife would make me return them. But she loved them too. She didn't care for my smaller speakers. But these look so much better so I got the go ahead.
Lastly, Best Buy does not have these anywhere in store. It took almost 2 weeks to be delivered. That's ridiculous. There are other online options that will get it to my home much faster. I only bought from Best Buy because I had some store credit.
Posted by JaimeHernandezDeHP
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Klipsch has heard the critics and upped their game
I have to admit that I have been a Klipsch fan for quite a while. However, that does not mean that I love everything they put out and defend the brand vigorously. They have had some flops in my opinion and I have been weary of some of their products for a while. I needed to upgrade my front three speakers (LCR) and always look at the latest Klipsch products due to their efficiency. I do not have a lot of real estate to add amps to push power hungry towers, but I do want my system to sound full and powerful. Reading through reviews the Reference Premiere caught my attention for all of the positive remarks and in particular the focus on the updated horn, that was more laid back instead of "bright". I was not able to demo the speakers, but with the sale price and the 14 day return policy, it was too enticing to pass up. I played the RP-160's while switching back and forth from the Klipsch KSB 3.1 bookshelves that I had. It was immediately obvious that the RP's were in a different class. The sound stage was much more open and the highs were more articulate but not piercing and the horn work that Klipsch has put in was pleasant and welcomed. My entire focus before I received the 160's was on the new horn, but the bottom end frequency that these little guys put out was actually more impressive. To listen to music you do not need a sub except for music below the 40hz area. Even at that these produce great bass for the size. I have them on 24" Dayton speaker stands and have them about a foot from the back wall and the sound is wonderful. I have this matched with the RP-440C and an HSU VTF3-MK2 crossed over at 80hz. Exactly what I was looking for. Highly recommended!