Klipsch Flexus Sound System Unboxing & First Look | I Didn’t Expect This!
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- We unbox and give initial impressions of the new Klipsch Flexus sound system. The modular system is a result of a new collaboration with sister brand Onkyo.
The Flexus system offers two soundbar models (Flexus Core 100 and Flexus Core 200), a wireless subwoofer (Flexus Sub), and a set of wireless surrounds (Flexus Surr). You can mix and match these components as they communicate wirelessly via a 2.4GHz system called Klipsch Transport technology.
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Hey everyone! So, those bits on the back of the sub are sadly NOT feet. I guess just there to wrap the sub cable? Honestly not sure, but I’ve seen the multi-position feet thing many times and was hopeful that’s what that was. Also! Power ratings going in the description shortly. We got them!
Thoughts on the Sony HT-A7000, The SW5 sub and the RS5's rears
Maybe just to protect the amp? Weird addition
I knew they could not be feet because the power cord would not permit the unit to lie flat on the ground.
I was thinking they were there to keep the sub away from the wall, but that was just a guess.
How do feel this compares to the cinema 1200, for those looking to buy it before it’s gone?
Would love an updated soundbar buyer's guide. I think most of us just want to know what to buy at three price points, low (~$500-$1000), medium (~$1000-$2000), and high ($2500+). Keep up the great work!
How do feel this compares to the cinema 1200, for those looking to buy it before it’s gone
Everyone will have different opinions and recommendations based on their experiences. Always keep that in mind, but if it helps, here are my recommendations based on my limited experiences with the following soundbar systems (but FWIW to my credibility, I have an actual home theater in my living room with separates and a wired 7.3.4 RBH Sound speaker-system.)
LOW RANGE, especially lower part of this price range: Vizio products, all day. Get the best you can as budget allows for one of their 5.1.x (x could = 0) systems. To my ear, Vizio always sounds the best vs. Samsung/Polk/etc. at this price range.
higher end of your LOW RANGE: JBL systems go on sale for this price range and while I've never owned one, I have demo'd JBL systems several times and they sound great to my ear, but many reviews have stated how buggy they can be, which is why I've never ended up buying a JBL soundbar system. So perhaps consider Samsung or an older or used Nakamichi in this price range. (I have unfortunately never heard a Nakamichi system, so keep that in mind; Nakamichi systems just tend to have almost universal good reviews, though.)
MEDIUM RANGE: Samsung is highly praised and I think Samsung systems in this price range sound decent to good, but they are always a bit lean/"tinny" to my ear. So perhaps consider the Klipsch system in this video based on Caleb's feedback, or perhaps an older or current mid-tier Nakamichi system in this price range (keeping my note, in parentheses above, in mind.) The biggest advantage of this Klipsch system, in my opinion and assuming I find the sound quality as good as Caleb does, is the ability to add your own subwoofer via an RCA cable to this soundbar. There are so many good subs in all sorts of price ranges that would allow you to customize the low-end frequency response of the Klipsch system, and you could add multiple subs via an RCA splitter, or daisy-chain, or a miniDSP product, for even more subwoofer-related possibilities!
HIGH RANGE: Seems like Sonos options or Nakamichi options should be your go-to. Again, I've never heard Nakamichi, but I want to hear the Dragon some day given all of the high praise. If I am ever in the market for a high-end soundbar system, I am going with Nakamichi. There is also high praise for Sonos and I've demo'd some Sonos soundbar products: while I admit they seem to sound as good or better than soundbars I've heard (which would be in your LOW or low-MEDIUM range,) I can't quite articulate why I think something sounds "off" about Sonos to my ear; every time I hear a Sonos product, I always think it should sound a lot better for their asking price. (It's been a while since I last heard a Sonos product, but one aspect of the Sonos sound quality that comes immediately to mind is the bass being boomy and simultaneously not digging into the lower frequencies like I think they should, again at the price that they are asking.) But your and others' experiences may vary.
Again, all of this is just my opinion, but I hope it might help you or someone else.
As much as I cannot stand Samsung I have to say their HW-Q990D is the best sound bar on the market if you are looking for a high end soundbar and its under 1500.
Been waiting for this review, Thank you!
Thank you Caleb. I look forward to your full review!
Yes- please do a full review
I like it when all the electronics brands match in a setup
I’ve had it for two weeks now and love it. I only got Flexus 200 and it’s sufficient for my living room
Look forward to a full review. Thank you Caleb.
Yes, please do a full review!
Please do deep review on this. I am considering purchasing this one and am hoping it is worth a try! Your review will be critical to that decision
Look fwd to the full review. This SB is high on my list. Kudos to Klipsch for allowing connection to other non-Klipsch subwoofers. My existing Paradigm sub will love this.
Waiting for your review for long time. Thanks 👍👍
Loved the unboxing style and casual honest thoughts. Loved the preview so far but a full review will be excellent. I’m currently in the market for a new soundbar that supports my apartment life.
I just got the Flexus 200 soundbar. You are right this thing rocks. For what it is the sound quality is fantastic!
Loved this video! More audio system unboxing and first impression videos, please! They go so well with your tv videos. Hoping to get something like this system to replace my weird, partitioned, thrown together AVR system at some point 😂
I’m glad im not the only one who uses Dirty Loops as a point of reference
I love the Cinema 600. The integration between sub and soundbar is excellent.
The simple fact of a rca sub out is HUGEEE in this space. I can imagine this sound bar with a RSL Speedwoofer or other alternative option is a crazy combination for the money.
right on
Can't wait for the full review...... Thanks
This system definitely has my curiosity. I’m liking that more companies are doing the modular design. Not everyone wants to $$ for a whole system, or it can grow and change as your needs do. Now if they did the sound bar like the cinema 1200 or Samsung 990 with 9 drivers along the front, i would be sold instantly
Yes full review please!
Great video Caleb I love the shock look because it sounded so good
Can't wait for the full review.
I haven’t finished watching yet but I’m glad I LOVE they still have a sub out!!! I can’t even think of anymore that still do.
The potential with that alone is great!
Maybe as a secondary system this could be my choice mmhmm
Hi Caleb, yes, of course we want the full review! Please include a "value for money" in comparison to other mainstream sound bar's. Love your work.
Love my Klipsch products! Excited for these but I already invested in an Sennheiser Ambeo Soundbar Max! Not regretting it, but almost half the price, I would probably like this system more!
Great insight to this soundbar!
Can’t wait for the full review! I’m going to be buying a new soundbar system later this year and I was pretty set on the Samsung q990c but I’d love to hear how this compares. Thanks!
Great, you actually give us sound demo
Enjoyed the history of the companies at the beginning.
Love a full review!
I am a soundbar geek. I look forward to the full review.
I love klipsch! I have them cinema 600 with the surround 3’s and it’s a beast ! The subwoofer on the cinema 600 is an absolute monster! Great review Caleb, i have been curious on the flexes
Hi Caleb. I just noticed this system on Klipsch's site the other day, so I am happy to see your first impressions. I also look forward to a full review. On the pricing, I got $1047 for the full system, which, since the bar itself is 3.1.2, strikes me in line with some other systems out there. For example, there is a new LG S90TRfor $999, and the Yamaha TrueX 50 system is $1082. Both of these others have wireless subs and non-atmos rears.
I've been looking forward to your coverage of this soundbar, I can't wait for the review.
This looks (ok.. sounds) pretty excellent! The dongle "solution" is kind of bizarre though. I just got a JBL Bar 1000 on sale and I'm quite pleased but this is tempting.
Yes, yes, yes, full review please
I have been curious about this bar since you first mentioned it at CES cause I am a fan of both brands. I am not any sort of audiophile but I do like stuff to sound good and will put money forth if worth it. I recently picked up an Ultimea S80 5.1.2 soundbar for 300 bucks and I have been pleasantly surprised with how much I am enjoying it. I previously have tried some cheaper soundbars and always hated them right away but it's nice that more good options are showing up!
Larger core 300 soundbar and larger 12" sub and up-firing surrounds are apparently coming.
Watching an impression on the Flexus soundbar, while doing slurs out of Flexus…. This is my morning Zen.😂
Flexus is where it is at! God bless America and no where else!
Yes full Review please thanks
Thanks for the review....considering this setup. Are the dark wood strips/paneling behind your media center for acoustics?
Caleb!!! I’ve been waiting for you to even look at this. Now I have to wait until longer for your full review. I’ve almost bought this a few times this past week. Back to waiting for the full release. Cause if it’s not that great, I’ll just go pick up the Sonos Arc and start building that up.
Yes, please! Full review. I'm shopping for a soundbar and hoping I can use this with my Klipsch R-100SW 10" Subwoofer.
Yes subwoofer out ;) perfect ✓
I had an issue with two of their The One Plus tabletop speakers trying to go into broadcast mode. Then it just worked one day.
Would love to know how this compares to a Sonos Arc with Sub and surrounds (mine are one's) set up if you have any insight there! Thanks for everything you do, Caleb!
Definitely do a review 👍🏼
Love your reviews ❤ But you got to take it easy with your hand gestures 😂
I’m getting it as soon as the first sale is announced!😅
Great vid, hearing that MJ changed attitude real quick lol😅
Please do a review. I am eager to replace my Polk Soundbar and I've been very curious about the Klipsch brand as a whole. Please and keep up the good work.
There's always room for innovation and growth my boy and never judge a sound system by its weight because Samsung's Ultra thin S800D sound bar & sub woofer are light as a feather but the sound is HUGE!
Full breakdown absolutely
Ooooh colour me interested.
I'm not in the need of floor shaking Bass so this sounds like it could be just up my street.
Can't wait for the full review.
$500 seems very reasonable for the Bar with the look it put on Caleb's face.😂
Love all Klipsch! Did I miss the GoldenEar T66 review?
Love when Caleb does a First Look! This looks pretty cool! I love audio reviews, so will be happy when the full review comes out! So, does the subwoofer use a dongle and the satellite speakers another dongle?
The dongle only goes into the soundbar, and it can connect to multiple wireless devices which don’t use dongles :)
@@Caleb_Denison thanks for clarifying!
It would be awesome if you compared it to the Sony Bravia Theater Bar 9 with the SA-SW5 sub and SA-RS5 surrounds
At one point i was thinking about to send a question to you asked about if you could review this. Because a different TH-cam channel showed a sneak peek of this product at CES this year. And after that i got curious. You see some years ago i had a Onkyo receiver that i loved but when i moved to a new apartment i didn't have space for something that big. And when Klipsch Cinema 800 was new i got one + Klipsch Surround speakers. But my Sony TV and Klipsch was not good friends so i had a lot of sound issues and bugs. So after 6 months i sold it. Miss the sound but not the system because of all the bugs.
But maybe this is better. Anyway, look forward for the review 😊
And just for the record, now i use a Bluesound Powernode n330, Dali Oberon 3 in front, Dali Sub C8D, and Blusound Flex 2i as surround. And it work very well, there has been no issues since i start to use it 2 years ago. And i use it not only for TV and movies, but also for listening to music and radio. Very good as allround system.
It would probably be a hell of a lot better with a different sub if just judging off your reaction but it’s already a huge plus being able to add your own
I love Klipsch brand, so these are promising news🤩...... Is it possible to upmix regular stereo music, besides stereo movies?
Interesting soundbar at an appealing price point. As a standalone soundbar for streaming with a 65 inch Sony in a small living room would you lean towards a Sonos Beam or the Klipsch?
Hello Caleb, Have You done any reviews on the Anker Solix Yet that You placed so carefully in the back ground lol. Thanks.
I want to see a full review because i am looking for the soundbar at this moment and leaning towards Q990C but i would like to see how this one goes 📺🎶
Actually in the market for a new soundbar for the bedroom that won’t break the bank. Looking forward to what you find out.
Caleb how good is it compared to the Sony A7000?. I have the A7000 with the sub and the big surrounds.
I skipped this video a few times in my feed before actually watching it. But I'm glad I did, even though I am not in the market for a soundbar (for now.) I like how this is semi-modular, especially regarding the ability to add your own sub! Lots of possibilities with that! But wouldn't it be great if a company (likely Samsung or Klipsch, but especially JBL or Nakamichi, etc.) made a completely modular and wireless system? What I mean is, the ability to add two or four surrounds, or even heights: they could sell pairs of surrounds so you could add one pair at a time - with and without bouncy-house drivers, and one or two or four wireless subs - sold individually or in pairs, and perhaps even the ability to add wireless (perhaps battery-powered?) ceiling-mounted surrounds for the ultimate amount of options/flexibility. I just think that folks who don't want to go with the traditional HT setup, but want the convenience of a soundbar AND get closer to a true HT experience, would want such a system. (Or people like me who have a true HT in a dedicated space or living room, but would LOVE the ability to set up a secondary but badass soundbar system in another room or even a bedroom, to expand as budget or space allows over time.)
Waiting for the Flexus core 300 to pull the trigger.
my guess on the USB dongle? they're trying to keep costs down by not having a built-in antenna if you aren't going to need the subwoofer and surround speakers.
Hi Caleb
Can you recommend a soundbar/subwoofer combo that’s good quality sound that won’t break my wallet? My studio apt build isn’t really conducive to more speakers in a surround system.
Current LG soundbar/woofer is getting on in years, and I think the woofer is on its last legs lol.
Hey - only 5 minutes in and loving the format. Talking to us while unboxing the product like that gave a real personal feel to your presentation. It's like you're just chatting away and sharing real thoughts and feelings. Felt less scripted and more natural. Nice.
I do not like it. Its what every other youtuber does. "Live" filming and talking with camera man for reaction. Worse, that is not here, laughing coming from somewhere on set.
How does this Klipsch setup compare to Sonos?
Once you do a full review,
please cover that angle as well.
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I’m very interested, planning on getting the Hisense U8K in 85” and the Sony AT9 but this does have me curious as my current JBL 500 is very limited
I want a round up with this thing, the Q990D and the new Sony Bar 9.
The usb dongle solution could be a cool solution if it would allow for inter generation compatability
Full review plz ty❤
Im wondering if they will offer a flexus 200 with upward facing rears and maybe bigger 200 subs that would be nice… thats the only reason i think i will hold off for just alil longer. I still haven’t made my mind up on what new system to pair with my lg g3 I’ve had for a couple years now. Would like to see a full review on this one tho for sure!
Seems promising
Dirty loops is a great great band!!!
Pls do the full reviews 😊
Hey, you just made my life harder. I wanted a budget sound system that would provide good music and movie experience. I locked in the "The Fives". I was about to pull the trigger, but with the soundbar being great with music for a lower price, it's head scratching. How would you compare both? Thank you, I loved the unboxing casual format 😅
Full review!!
I'm intrigued by the chance of a full review. I didn't expect much out of the combination of these two brands. I might be wrong.
It's still weird, that Klipsch doesn't seem to have solved the connection problems of its soundbars. Also pricing might be a problem at least in my region. The Cinema wasn't widely available and it's price was double the price in the US. Not even mentioning the complete lack of their flagship.
Are those T66. Would love to see review on that as well.
Waiting on the review
Been doing Electronics for nearly a decade and a half and your unboxing/setup sums up Klipsch perfectly! Great sound quality and subpar processing pairing and general setup. As a passive speaker company Klipsch is quite possibly the best out there, but when they put electronics in their equipment it's a complete crap shoot of how it's going to be.
Oh my, nearly a decade? Wow. Well, once you’ve had an additional 20+ years (to get to the average experience of the audience watching) maybe you’ll then understand how uninformed your comment is about Klipsch being quite possibly the best passive speaker company “out there.” That simply demonstrates how incredibly limited your experience is with other speaker companies. Btw, I like Klipsch, owned their speakers for decades (plural), but once people become more financially secure in their lives, and don’t have to be on a shoe string budget for audio, Klipsch quickly becomes a stepping stone to actual quality. Kinda like your first vehicle being so awesome, a used f100, then 35 years later you’re jumping into your 2024 Suburban and you realize how little you knew with such little experience many years ago.
@goldfishn3545 I was not bragging but simply stating that I have a good amount of experience in this area. Why do you have be so belittling? Someone go get some clay mold so we can fill in that chip on this man's shoulder. It's not a contest of who has the bigger dong here old man. I am well aware that there are people who have been in the industry longer than I.
@@bweber9468 no, what you were doing was citing years of experience to set up that your claim about Klipsch is somehow coming from a position of knowledge. That’s reckless and irresponsible. Why do that? Anybody that knows home audio and has more than a minimum wage budget knows better. I don’t have any so called chip - furthest thing. You simply got offended cause I called out your b*lls**t.
@@goldfishn3545 reckless and irresponsible 😂. You're hilarious! I'm just curious as to what kind of a wreck I would cause. Also Klipsch is a great brand and yes I have heard other brands. We install Kef, Def tech, Sonance, Tru Audio, Polk, Focal, QSC, HK, JBL and several other companies I can't think of at the moment. That's not to mention the demos I have seen and other systems that I have heard. Yes I will throw in a *for the money into that original statement but stand by what I say. Klipsch is the best
Good to know klipsch has done a great job, I own the Samsung Q950 and I was not impressed. The technical issues list was long from connection lost from the surrounds to too much distortion sound coming the surrounds also the biggest flaw on the Samsungs is the subwoofer I think it’s terrible it kept on sounding bad at certain points when low levels were high and the subwoofer wasn’t handling it. Yes I did all the necessary updates with the faulty app which sucks and I even got replacements of the sub and surrounds but still the same. At the end of all kept it cause the warranty expired and I found a way installing my own klipsch sub12 which gives an immerse bass.
I had a couple of friends with the Cinema series get burned by them breaking and not working. I'll have to see what people think after having this new one for at least a year
Does the Flexus do any virtual surround (not just height) without the rear speakers? Been looking for something for my parents, tried an Ambeo, but had all sorts of problems with HDMI reliability on that thing. And honestly, while the Ambeo sounded clear, I wasn't getting any sense of virtual surround sound.
13:03 I see them Jordans in the background I see you Caleb 🤣..
Hahaha! Good eye. They aren’t mine though. Zeke gets the footwear credit for that Easter egg
@@Caleb_Denison it was a 50/50 shot 😂
Hopefully they have a Max/Pro flexus that has atmos rear speakers and an extra sub.
How do feel this compares to the cinema 1200, for those looking to buy it before it’s gone?
Hello Caleb, I have a question. Im in the Military and as such I move every few years or so. I’ve put together a fairly mobile home theater setup. However I’m searching for the best soundbar or sound system solution that can provide the best sound in a variety of rooms since Ill be moving so much. I had my eyes on the polk magnifi max ax which can be purchased refurbished for about $400. My question is do you believe it would be better to go with the new klipsch flexus since it’s brand new and supposedly pretty good? Do you have any recommendations for my situation?
Please Caleb full review to this soundbar
19:28 I really wish I wasn't so old school with having to have tower speakers and the whole setup around my living room because sound bars have come such a long way! Soon the need for huge speakers will be closer and closer to a niche market, (it already is getting there) I feel in 10 years sound bars will be the standard of surround sound systems 😢.. great video 📸
Thats not going to happen..yes sound bars have reached audiophile grade performance. No fucking way is a soundbar going to outperform the raw power and clairity of my bi amped jamo classic 10s at 180wRms per lane. Those fuckers alone will rattle my house no subwoofer needed.
At $1100 to $1200 for that system, I get the Klipsch Sevens or Nines instead (I use the Klipsch Fours - R41PMs) that control a Boston Accustics 10" sub for TV and gaming (but not music).
Is That System better and Louder than Sony HT A9 with sw5/ Quard Theatre ??????
Funny, Klipsch and Onkyo partner up. That's my current setup, Klipsch 5.1 surround and Onkyo receiver. I know it's all the craze but after watching Linus and a few others with all the issues they have with wireless speakers, I'll stick with the never fail wires.
I agree about the wires, anyways. I have a hybrid 7.2.4 (mostly) Klipsch system - the surrounds are Polk - but use a Denon X4700H running into a Tonewinner AD-8300PA through the preamp outputs. I've tripped on the wires from time to time, but I know I can trust them to work all the time. Eventually, I'd like some better surrounds, but I literally have no room for them in my 13x16 bedroom/HT. They envelop my single lounge chair. Having the 2nd sub makes all the difference in the world, IMO. One is an SPL120 and the other is the new RP-1200SW. Both are 12" subs, but the RP digs down to 16.5 Hz. A joy when listening to action movies and various music genres.
Can you share wireless home theater with sound speakers model with 7.2.4 or 9.2.4 with multiple speakers; soundbar; one central channel; 4 sound speaker; two sub woofer etc everything are connected over wifi; similar to Sonos Arc with 300 Era but which is limited to 7.2.2 Channel ; I am looking for budget friendly and also have full home theater effect
@Caleb_Denison could you please compare this against the Sonos Beam and Sonos Arc? With and without the subs and surrounds. This would really clarify how good this is!
This isnt even the high end version coming out, Waiting on Flexus Core 300
Nice