Customers frequently mention the tremendous sound quality of the Reference 5-1/4" Bookshelf Speakers, highlighting the excellent bass response and clear highs. Many appreciate the speakers' size and powerful sound for their footprint, finding them easy to set up and aesthetically pleasing. The price point is also frequently cited as a positive aspect.
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great bookshelf speakers
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I bought these to work as my main speakers for now until I can afford to upgrade later on to a set of towers from klipsch. I use a 5.1 channel marantz amp pushing out 180 watts rms per channel. These surprised me. They fill the room very well with sound (especially considering the size). The highs are fairly bright, but sound clear and not overpowering. The lows and midrange actually are strong for the woofer size. They sound and work great, and they look fantastic. They are not as nice as my other jbl 4311 monitors (obviously based on the price) but for the price, they sound amazing in comparison.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Powerful and clear
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I have these two speakers as my front left and right as part of a 5.1 setup. I frequently game/listen to music, but since my listening space isn't particularly large, I had initially went with a simple and cost-effective setup: the Energy Take 5.1 HTIB, paired with an appropriate Yamaha receiver to go with my 42" 1080p Sharp TV. This served well enough for a while, especially as a first step into home theater. Eventually, as I did some more research and after sampling different speakers, I decided to take advantage of the Black Friday deals and upgrade my sound (a selfish Christmas shopping experience, I know). I have always been a fan of Klipsch for their consistency of quality, and these speakers certainly did not disappoint. After hooking them up, I did a test run with some of my favourite dance music and was immediately impressed with the power these babies have--the baseline came through fierce and strong, but not boomy or muffled. Percussive hits were sharp, and vocals were so clear it was as if the artist were singing in the room. Seriously, clarity is where these speakers really shine. When I turned on my PS4 and booted up Uncharted 2, the sounds of the jungles of Borneo enveloped the room; I could hear the footsteps of enemy soldiers splashing through the mucky water so clearly, I scarcely had to look at the screen to pinpoint their locations, and stealth takeouts became a breeze (not to brag, of course).
Overall, I'm very satisfied with my purchase. Superb sound for a fairly affordable price--my only complaint is that these speakers now overpower the others in my current setup, and I'm afraid now I'll have to replace them all to match the quality. If you are a beginner in surround-sound gaming and you're looking to take the next step, these are the speakers for you.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Absolutely wonderful speakers very very happy
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Absolutely wonderful speakers very very happy. For the size the speakers are awesome .
The clarity from the tweeters and the bass from the Wolfers make this speaker an exceptional purchase for the price for someone on a budget. Connected with a sub woofer the speakers really rock .
Whether you are into hip-hop jazz rock country your mouth will drop when you hear the sound these speakers deliver..
I would definitely recommend the speakers .
I would recommend this to a friend
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Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Big sound from a small speaker.
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I'm Using these as surround back channels in a 7.1 setup. But first hooked them up to my
2 channel system to hear them by themselves. Very impressed, could easily be used as fronts in a 5.1 or 7.1. Heard my brother in laws Heritage line Cornwall's in 1980, and have been hooked on Klipschproaudio ever since.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great sound for a small room!
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These Klipsch speakers replaced the speakers that came with a compact 25 Watt RMS SONY bookshelf system that we had been using in a small sitting room. I assumed that I would soon be replacing the receiver as well; you know how that goes. Well I am truly amazed at the difference the speakers made; it's like night and day! I had already done my research and had fully planned to buy a new receiver but it sounds so good I'm going to buy a new Ipad with that money now.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Outstanding
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I am using these as music/song play back in my small home studio... I will eventually get the 10" powered sub-woofer...!!!
I would recommend this to a friend
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Bass, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Excellent Sound Quality
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This brand Klipsch is a wonderful brand that delivers clear voice and deeper Bass form 5 1/4 Bookself Speakers. Sub is so good I had MTS SW2 and I compard side by side and Klipsch out perform MTS for me.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Bass, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
I like the high and mid freq. response.
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These speakers really brightened up my left and right front surround system just as I was hoping. Very pleased with the speakers. Also reproduces a nice amount of base.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Our new theater klipsch speaker system
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I am so glad I went with the klipsch speakers, they have such a great clear sound. Remember no matter what the sales person says, make sure what ever speakers you purchase make sure you receiver puts out the minimum watts per channel that you speaker starts at. Remember some of the sales people are learning also so do research. Call the manufacturer or Best Buy magnolia center, because it will burn out your speakers. I'll post more pics when it's all set up
I would recommend this to a friend
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Bass, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great for my man cave!
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These speakers really sound great, excellent base and clear!
I would recommend this to a friend
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Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great speakers
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This are great bookshelf speakers great sound quality and look pretty cool
I would recommend this to a friend
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Bass
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great set of bookshelf's
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I picked these up on sale to use as a new pair of rear channel surrounds in my 7.1.4 Atmos system. They perform phenomenally and do a great job with nicely detailed treble and mid-range. Highly recommended, you could even use them as mains in a smaller system.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Awesome speakers
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Using these for fronts and rear surrounds. Coupled them with the R-25C center and the 12" woofer. All them pack a punch and so happy how these sound. Paired all these together with the Denon AVRX-4400H and used my old Yahama speakers for upfiring for atmos.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great speaker
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Great speaker for home theater, will deffinitely recomend to everyone
I would recommend this to a friend
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Excellent Speaker
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These two are paired with the Klipsch R25C / the 10 & 12 inch Klipsch subwoofers in my Man Cave Extension. Really nice sound as well as visually appealing. Cannot go wrong with these speakers.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Always Stellar!
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I have a full Klipsch Reference 7.1 home theater, I bought 2 pairs to finish my Dolby Atmos setup. Like all Klipsch, they are stellar!!
I would recommend this to a friend
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Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great sound for any application
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I have bought 8 off these for surround sound.
Played them very loudly and they are incredible.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
The best brand for speakers
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This is the best sounding speakers for its size. I use it as surround as well as a temporary center speaker. And also karaoke. I've had other speakers blown out when karaokeing. Not Klipsch.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great sound
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I have the 26 series floor standing speakers for my front speakers, also center channel. I love de sound so much that I decided to upgrade my klipsh surround speakers. I highly recommend klipsh speakers.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Excellent speakers for theater room
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I use these speakers as my rear speakers for surround sound. However, I've gotten many compliments from friends listening to music in my home regarding my rear speakers.