Klipsch RP-150M Bookshelf Speaker
SPECIFICATION
90×90 HYBRID TRACTRIX HORN
Redesigned Tactrix® Horn utilizes a circular horn throat paired to a square horn mouth to further improve high-frequency response and extension while enhancing imaging and dynamics. The compressed molded rubber construction adds high-frequency damping to reduce harshness and improve detail. This creates the cleanest, most natural sound possible.
LINEAR TRAVEL SUSPENSION (LTS) TITANIUM TWEETER
A Linear Travel Suspension minimizes distortion for enhanced, detailed performance. LTS Tweeters have been a hallmark of previous Reference lines, as well as our flagship Klipsch Palladium series, making it a core component of some of the best speakers in the world.
SPUN COPPER CERAMETALLIC WOOFERS
Cerametallic woofers represent the pinnacle of Klipsch driver design, maintaining exceptional rigidity, and lightweight construction, for minimal cone breakup and distortion. When paired with the Tractrix Horn-loaded LTS tweeter, it provides speaker efficiency highest in its class.
ALL NEW TRACTRIX PORT
Utilizing Tractrix geometry, the all-new Reference Premiere ports allow for the most efficient, fastest air transfer from the cabinet – for the cleanest, most powerful low-frequency response on the market.
MDF CABINET WITH BRUSHED POLYMER VENEER BAFFLE FINISH Contemporary aesthetic with absolute durability that results in a seamless integration into any décor.
STRONG, FLEXIBLE, REMOVABLE GRILLE
Attaches magnetically for an elegant transition from a powerful showstopper to a discrete performance piece.
REFERENCE
- the standard, the benchmark, the point used for comparison.
- the embodiment of the legendary Klipsch sound.
LOUD AND PROUD SINCE 1946
In 1946, Paul W. Klipsch revolutionized the audio industry by creating our proprietary horn technology and the acoustic principles that are the driving force behind our highly acclaimed signature sound. Today, we remain true to PWK’S vision and pack the better part of a century’s worth of sweat and genius into every product we make. These speakers are the result of our obsession with that aural perfection. Experience the power, detail and emotion of Klipsch Reference Series. We are the Keepers of the Sound.
BEFORE YOU START
Some Klipsch speakers have feet and other accessories that may need to be installed prior to use. Please refer to Diagrams 1, 2,3 and 4 for installation.
ROOM PLACEMENT
Left and Right Main Channel Speakers – For optimum performance, Klipsch Group Inc. (KGI) suggests placing your speakers 6 to 15 feet (18 to 4.6m) apart. They may also be toed-in slightly for better stereo imaging. The listening position should be about 1 to 1.5 times the distance separating the speakers. Refer to Figures 1 and 3 for connection and placement.
Center Channel Speakers – Center channel speakers are designed to place dialogue and primary sounds so that they appear to come from the video screen. The speakers should therefore be placed as close to the screen as pOssible, preferably directly on top of or below the screen. Refer to Figures 1,2 and 3 for connection and placement.
Rear Surround Channel Speakers – Klipsch WDST surround speakers should be placed approximately 2 feet above the listening position. Typically this will be about 5-7 feet above the floor. The surrOunds should be placed on the walls directly adjacent to the listening position. Another option would be on the wall behind the listening position. The final surround speaker placement depends on your room’s characteristics. They are designed to recreate the sense of space and ambience that many of today’s surround sound technologies provide. Refer to Figures 1,3 and 4 for connection and placement.
CONNECTION
Conventional Connection – Using 16-12 gauge speaker wire, connect the RED “positive” (+) terminal of the LEFT speaker to the RED “positive” (+) terminal of your amplifier’s LEFT channel. Connect the BLACK “negative” (-) terminal of the LEFT speaker to the BLACK “negative” () terminal of your amplifier’s LEFT channel.
Repeat this procedure for connecting all remaining speakers to the appropriate amplifier channels. Refer to Fiqure 3. Make sure that no bare wires from any of the Connections touch any other terminals as this could cause a short and damage your equipment. Reference Premiere models RP-160M are equipped with dual binding posts. If single wire connection is used, the terminal connecting bar should remain in place. If Bi-wire or Biramp connection is used, the terminal connecting bar must be removed. Please see your receiver’s manual for further instructions.
Amplifier Requirements – Klipsch speakers are highly efficient and will operate easily on a wide variety of amplifiers. All Klipsch speakers are 8-ohm compatible and can be driven to very high levels with low distortion. Due to the high output levels Klipsch speakers are capable of reproducing, exercise caution with the volume control. Excessive volume over long periods can permanently damage your hearing. Overdriving your amplifier could also damage your speakers. Check with your dealer or amplifier manual to make sure your particular amplifier is best suited to your application. We want you listening for a lifetime.
REFERENCE PREMIERE WITH DOLBY ATMOS® TECHNOLOGY
ELEVATION SPEAKER
WALL MOUNTING
CARE AND CLEANING
The only thing you should ever need to do to your speakers is dust them occasionally. Never apply any abrasive or solvent-based cleaner or any harsh detergent. You can clean the grilles with the brush attachment of a vacuum cleaner.
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FAQs
How effectively can Klipsch RP-150M bookshelf speakers reproduce music?
Bookshelf speakers aren’t just for listening to music. A set of high-quality bookshelf speakers may offer vocal clarity and dynamics that are notably superior than any TV’s built-in speakers for watching movies and TV shows. Additionally, a centre speaker designed specifically to replicate speech is offered with a number of our speaker options.
The Klipsch RP-150M bookcase speakers can you turn over?
Yes. Bookshelf speakers can be positioned on their side, albeit it’s not optimal. Sound quality may probably suffer as a result of this. If your goal is casual listening, a horizontal posture, while not ideal, can be okay.
The lifespan of Klipsch RP-150M bookshelf speakers is unknown.
The answers to these questions depend on the speakers’ individual parts, the quality of the construction, and their individual characteristics. Your speakers should last between 10 and 20 years if you take care of them before needing to be replaced.
Are the front speakers available for use?
Although bookshelf speakers can be used as front speakers in a home theatre sound system, a subwoofer is necessary for them to work at their best (bass source). Compared to tower speakers, bookshelf speakers only have two drivers, so their bass range is limited. Positioning and design are essential for the optimum utilization.
What occurs if speakers are placed too close to a wall?
Approaching too closely to a rear wall typically merely enhances the bass, as opposed to too closely to a side wall, when the wall is now impacting and being seen by the speaker’s entire front driver assembly.
What uses are there for Klipsch RP-150M bookshelf speakers?
The best place for bookshelf speakers to be mounted is on a table, shelf, or other elevated surface. They are designed to improve the sound quality in small- to medium-sized venues.
How should I care for my Klipsch RP-150M bookshelf speakers?
The bookshelf speakers should be placed close to the far end of a rectangle-shaped room for the best sound dispersal along its length. In essence, you should allow as much space as you can between the front of the speakers and the wall they are facing in order to lessen reflections.
Does having speakers built into bookcases improve audio quality?
It is no surprise that bookshelf speakers function best when mounted on a stand. This raises the little box speaker off of objects like bookshelves, floors, and walls by using a properly built loudspeaker stand.
How effective are the Klipsch RP-150M centre channel bookshelf speakers?
Because the centre channel is essentially the same as the left and right channels, utilising a bookshelf as a centre speaker is just as straightforward as using it as a left or right speaker. In this case, the speaker would be standing upright (true of most speakers).
How well do bookcase speakers perform when watching movies?
The fact that a bookshelf speaker can be fairly small and reproduce practically the whole frequency range must be kept in mind. Bookshelf speakers set up in a 2.0 configuration are typical in a listening room.
How tall should I place my Klipsch RP-150M bookshelf speakers?
Bookshelf speakers should often be placed at or slightly above ear level. The tweeters should be positioned close to ear level for best results.
The Klipsch RP-150M bookshelf speakers can be mounted on the wall.
Bookshelf speakers should preferably be placed two to three feet apart from the wall to maximize their overall performance. The best placement for bookshelf speakers is one where the air emitted through the ports can reach the surrounding area as rapidly as possible.
Are the bases removable?
The angled bases are there for acoustic reasons more than for aesthetic appeal. Vanity takes over when they are taken away.
How do these function for desktop PCs? Is there a better value available? Which amplifier would you recommend?
These are amazing speakers! However, they would be too big and heavy for a desktop PC. Right now, they act as my front speakers, and they produce fantastic sound.
Can these be utilized as the rear speakers when building a home theatre system?
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