Klipsch - Reference Premiere Dual 8" 600-Watt Passive 2-Way Floor Speaker (Each) - Ebony

Name: Klipsch - Reference Premiere Dual 8" 600-Watt Passive 2-Way Floor Speaker (Each) - Ebony
Brand: Klipsch
SKU: 6239522
Rating: 4.9 (82 reviews)

Model: 1065795 RP8000F BLACK

SKU: 6239522

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Key Specs
- Speaker Type: Floorstanding
- RMS Power: 150 watts (The maximum amount of continuous power the device is able to handle.)
General
- Product Name: Reference Premiere Dual 8" 600-Watt Passive 2-Way Floor Speaker (Each)
- Brand: Klipsch
- Model Number: 1065795 RP8000F BLACK
- Color: Ebony
Audio
- Speaker Type: Floorstanding
- Enclosure Type: Bass reflex
- RMS Power: 150 watts (The maximum amount of continuous power the device is able to handle.)
- Peak Power Handling: 600 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.)
- Minimum Frequency Response: 32 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: 98 decibels
- Number of Speakers: 1
- Number of Tweeters: 1
- Tweeter Size: 1 inches
- Number of Drivers: 3
- Number of Woofers: 2
- Woofer Size: 8 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: 43.1 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: 10.9 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: 17.6 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: 60 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: 5 years
- Manufacturer's Warranty - Labor: 5 years
Other
- UPC: 743878035605

Listen to what moves you with this Klipsch Reference Premier standing speaker. Featuring two 8-inch cerametallic cone woofers with Tractrix ports, this speaker produces high-resolution bass with minimal distortion at low frequencies. This Klipsch Reference Premier standing speaker features a 1-inch titanium LTS vented tweeter with Tractrix horn that produces clear, detailed high notes.

Handles up to 600W peak power (150W continuous): For robust and controlled audio that is crisp and clear.
Two 8" cerametallic woofers: Along with 1" titanium tweeter for a complete range of sounds.
2-way speaker system: Sounds like 1 source rather than several separate sources.
Vinyl finish: Offers a stylish look to complement your existing décor.
Removable grille: Remains acoustically transparent while protecting the speaker's components.
Bass reflex enclosure: With a rear-firing port promotes optimal performance.
32Hz - 25kHz frequency response: Ensures a wide range of accurately reproduced sound.
98dB sensitivity: Ensures crisp, robust audio.
8 ohms nominal impedance: Ensures efficient conduction of power through the speaker.

Whats Included

Klipsch Reference Premiere Dual 8" 600-Watt Passive 2-Way Floor Speaker (Each)

Q: What is the difference between the Reference Premiere $599 and the Reference Series on sale for ($224) 8' floor speakers?

A: The reference has an operating frequency of 35Hz - 21kHz +/- 3dB, a sensitivity of 97 dB @ 2.83V/1M, and an aluminum tweeter. The reference premier however has an operating frequency of 32-25kHz +/- 3dB, a sensitivity of 98dB @ 2.83V / 1m, and a titanium tweeter. Basically the premier has a wider range of operation for the lows and highs, it can be louder at lower power output, and is built of more quality materials. Hope this helps.

Q: How many watts would be recommend to power the pair of speakers with an solo intergreted amp? 300 watt (continuous) at least? Or would it be better to use separate amps for each tower speaker, such as two separate 150 watts (continuous) each power amps.

A: I have two of these and are connected to the Sony 790 (145 W per channel) receiver along with a center and sub. It powers them with little effort. These 8000F speakers are very efficient.

Q: New to this and just want great sounding music (CD). Don’t really care about the TV/surround thing. Will an R34C, two RP8000 and a sub get me there? Have a Sony 790 receiver

A: yes this speaker is great sounding even without a sub! specially if you match it with a good amps. solid bass and the horn tweeter is perfect!

Q: Some say bestbuy gets a lower quality product compared to other companies like guitar center is this true

A: No, best buy receives their products direct from the manufacturer.

Q: How will these speakers work with the Sony str 1080 ? I’m using Bose for rear surround ,will they work well together ?

A: The RP8000's need power and the Sony will not provide this, even at 165watt PC. You'll end up clipping (power off safety) your Sony which most would say damages the receiver. I purchased my RP8000's and ran them on my Marantz 7010 and ended up clipping my Marantz due to the power draw from my speakers (of course I play them loud). Most forums will tell you to match the sensitivity ratings across all speakers, so if your Bose are 98 decibels sensitive rated, you should be fine. I use all Klipsch speakers in my 5.2.4 set up. I ended up purchasing a 3 channel amp (Emotiva) to power both RP8000's and my center RP504C Center, thus allowing the watts from the receiver to dedicate to all the other speakers. I'm very happy with this thus far.

Q: How much better these are than the Reference Series 8" Dual speakers? Someone else has answered that with the technical specs differences but can someone explain how much of a difference the user will be able to discern between them? Worth the cost?

A: With a good receiver and Listening to music big difference if.. The sound is neutral, when Set at least 1 foot from wall, they get bass heavy when in corner/ too close to wall. If you are taking the time to set up somewhat properly. Have a decent receiver, or listen to vinyl definitely worth extra money. Rp 8000 a steal, kinda big, but so are the r 820f’s. If you want something close to the wall next to tv to make movies awesome, and you throw some tunes On your phone with Bluetooth, go for the dual 8s/r 820f. The extra Money spent will not be heard, with out proper set up. Hope this helps.

Q: Can I safely run these on a 200 watt per channel monolith? Thanks!

A: Yes, while the RP-8000F has an RMS of 150W per channel into 8 ohms, giving it extra power will increase the clarity at lower volumes. Be careful not to turn the monolith up too much, since it has the potential to blow the drivers.

Q: Are these speakers too much for a Yamaha RX-A3080BL to handle?

A: Hi Tom, The KLIPSCH REFERENCE PREMIER RP8000F are very efficient and would do very well with your Yamaha RX-A3080BL even with a 7.2.2 configuration. In my opinion they would be a great match. I am really enjoying my RP8000F for Music and Home Theater. They are a great value that I don't think any one can beat. Not much compromise here. I hope this helps.

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Kliptch RP8000 duel 8in
4 star because there is always room for improvements. I cant say anything bad about these thay can play some good sou d quality. And lots of bass. Cant say u dont need a sub to really kick these babaies off but then ima need th ecenter and the 2 rear. The more the better. Overall these babies are nice looking and sounding for the cash id say well worth the price. I have spent alote of my first month with these and i can stilk return in another month. With that said im not macking things up these babies can rock.
Posted 3 years ago by Miles
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
I love it , it sounds amazing
Is very very easy to setup and they look really amazing and the best thing they sound really good
This review is from Klipsch - Reference Premiere Dual 8" 600-Watt Passive 2-Way Floor Speaker (Each) - Piano Black
Posted 5 years ago by Juniior96
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Superior Klipsch Sound
The Kilpsch RP-8000 floor standing speakers is next entry in the highly praised reference premier line of audiophile home theater speakers, joining the current, and perhaps, replacing the RP-280 model. With an all new tweeter design, the RP-8000 is no doubt poised to target those who do not want to compromise sound quality and demand nothing but the best. I can safely say the RP-8000 exceeds expectations with flying colors. As such, because our perceptions of sound differ, as well as other variables such as equipment settings and room acoustics, I could not wait to test the RP-8000 thoroughly with different playback scenarios! Upon inspection of the RP-8000 speakers, I was pleased to note that they were packaged extremely well. The speaker was completely enclosed with a soft cloth cover, with a second set of plastic on top of that. Additionally, the RP-8000 is supported by three Styrofoam blocks. I would also strongly suggest you have another person help you remove the speaker from the box, as the large box was rather awkward for one person. I found it easiest to lay it down and have someone pull box away from you as you gently pull. Once opened, you are treated to one of the most beautiful piano black appearances you will ever see. To the touch, the speakers are extremely smooth and rounded perfectly on all sides. The gloss is just impeccable and is absolutely gorgeous. In addition, the piano black finish surprisingly did a fabulous job of concealing the fingerprints, though you will notice them up close. The included cloth easily wipes them away. Nonetheless, the speakers are absolutely stunning to see in person; no picture will be able capture the full elegance of the glossy finish. If you are on the fence on which variant to pick (Ebony, Walnut, Piano Black), I would strongly suggest the piano black variant, if of course your budget allows for the extra cost. Physically, the speakers are quite heavy, coming in at roughly 60 pounds, but were actually pretty easy to maneuver. Additionally, at 43 inches, depending the size of your TV and your entertainment furniture, they might come close to being flush with the top of the TV. On the back of the speakers, the RP-8000 are Bi-Amp ready with two pairs of speaker terminals (one set each for low and high frequency respectively). Lastly, the protective grill magnetically sticks to the front of the speaker. Overall, the RP-8000 are sure to impress and were fairly easy to setup! For testing purposes, I used a Pioneer Elite VSX-LX303 receiver to power the speakers, tied together using Audioquest 14 AWG X2 speaker wire that was manually cut from a 100ft spool. The VSX-LX303 receiver was also plugged up to the wall using an Audioquest NRG-Y3 AC cable. Additionally, I did not Bi-Amp the speakers and only used one set of terminals (bottom set). For playback of movies and music, I used my Sony Ultra Bluray UBP-X800 player. For my first test, I listened thoroughly to my collection of lossless music in a 2.0 channel configuration, as I wanted to specifically focus solely on the audio capabilities of the RP-8000. The LX303 receiver was set to Pure Direct mode, which disabled any additional processing so that the source passes unaltered to the speakers. Connectively, I next wanted to shift my attention to movie playback, with first testing the RP-8000 speakers by themselves (2.0) and then subsequently move to a standard home theater test using a standard 5.1 setup. During music playback, the first genre I ran through was some of my favorite classical pieces. I played through a high resolution copy Schumann's String Quartet (192 KHz/24 Bit/2 Channel PCM) that was encoded on a Bluray audio disc. The first thing I noticed was the instrument separation of the quartet was extremely prevalent, with high and middles frequencies extremely clear and pronounced. There was an intimate warmness to the sound that just grabs you! An almost surreal moment was that I could easily isolate each performer during the performance, yet still be able to experience the whole encompassing soundstage. It is definitely one of those moments where you just smile, especially when you have the lack of words to describe what you are hearing. In addition, you can sometimes hear other nuisances such as the inadvertent sound of the string when pressed against the wooden fingerboard or inhales of the performers. I was actually able to keep the receiver at roughly -50db in volume (LX-303 decreases and increases in -0.5 dB increments) and I did not feel the need to turn it up! For rock and metal genres, the RP-8000 actually did an amazing job! The sound quite vibrant. In addition, I did not notice any muddiness or hollowness that I sometimes hear when rock music is crushed during the mastering process. Symbols and drums were clear and punctual as well as the guitars. The middle and higher frequencies seemingly breathed as much as it could, despite the over use of compression that plagues modern rock music. It was refreshing, nonetheless, that the RP-8000 handled rock and metal as well as it did. For more bass orientated tracks, such as Rap and Trance music, the RP-8000 did an amazing job with the lower frequencies. It was punchy and clear, and yet it did not struggle to reproduce a low sound. In addition, where rumbling would occur had a subwoofer been present, the RP-8000 did an exceptional job of clear distinguishing the drops in low frequencies. With 32 Hz on the low end of its frequency response, this was pretty amazing and even more so given a two channel configuration! Granted, keep in mind the RP-8000 can only do so much until you add a subwoofer to handoff what it cannot reproduce. On more Hip-Hop instrumental tracks, and especially those with some Jazz influence, the lows, middles, and highs were all distinctly heard similar to my classical music. Switching to World genres and movie soundtracks, again the RP-8000 demonstrated extremely clear and punctual highs and middles. The lower frequencies were handled quite well once again. Over the course of several listening sessions that lasted several hours, spread out over multiple days, the RP-8000 continued to dazzle with amazing sound. The warmth and clarity was a real treat to hear! With exceptional music playback performance, I next want to focus my attention to movie playback. As with music, I set the receiver to Pure Direct mode. During my 2.0 channel test, the RP-8000 was able to maintain extremely clear dialogue, while simultaneously providing nice depth to action sequences. In the opening battle sequence of Gladiator (DTS-MA 48 KHz/24 Bit/5.1 source), I could easily hear battle dialogue as well as the background soundtrack. The soundstage was full and breathed new life into the movie; keeping the volume at a constant -40.0 dB, it was loud enough to completely fill downstairs. Furthermore, subtle sounds in the background, such as weapon clings and horse cries, were heard as well. In dialogue heavy scenes, the RP-8000 did an exceptional job with maintaining crystal clear dialogue, almost as if I had a center channel installed. Moving on, I switched to The Patriot to see how the RP-8000 would handle an uncompressed PCM track (48 KHz/16 Bit/5.1 source). It sure did not disappoint! I noted similar results as I had in Gladiator during battle sequences; drums of each army as they are lining in formation were crisp and sharp as well as the musket fire. The soundtrack, once again, was clear and vibrant. Switching to a full 5.1 setup, for both movies, the RP-8000 switched to more of an accompanying role with the dialog now pushed to the center speaker. The soundtracks of both movies still maintain excellent clarity. During the battle scenes, the center channel and the RP-8000 simultaneously worked back and forth off of each other fairly well. Once someone would finish talking, the RP-8000, while still playing the soundtrack in the background, would pick up the complimentary sound in the action scene. As soon as you heard musket fire on the RP-8000, it was followed immediately by rumbling of the handed off lows of the subwoofer. Additionally, debris and off side battles between movie extras were heard in the two surround speakers. The sound completely bewildered me, completely engulfing the room as well as downstairs. In Gladiator, the RP-8000 once again dazzled with sharp high frequencies of sword blows and ambient battle sounds. Suffice to say, with the RP-8000, all you can do is grin with excitement. Overall, I think most will be completely blown away by the sound. In conclusion, the RP-8000 is an exceptional piece for any audiophile's home theater system or as an upgrade to existing system. Physically, the built quality was top notch and the quality is just staggering. Furthermore, the reflective glossy black piano finish absolutely blew me away. Detail is exquisite with smooth rounded corners to provide a seamless and detailed transition on either side of the speaker. Performance wise, the RP-8000 handled my vast music collection with ease and I was able to enjoy a wide variety of genres. For me personally, the soundstage and overall clarity on the RP-8000 is best that I have personally heard from a speaker. Additionally, movies performed similarly, providing rich detail and an incredible soundstage that you have to hear to believe. In the end, for those who demand an exceptional audio experience, the RP-8000 might be the solution, provided of course that price is not of concern. With that said, the RP-8000 comes highly recommended.
This review is from Klipsch - Reference Premiere Dual 8" 600-Watt Passive 2-Way Floor Speaker (Each) - Piano Black
Posted 6 years ago by Dragonhunter281