Like fine wine, you just keep getting better Steve! Well done indeed! Love the way you covered so many electronic combinations and musical styles. I shall soon dive in to your eclectic music choices. Thanks! Your grateful “morsel level” patron.
Snob approved speakers sound pretty bad until they are medium loud. They don't get really loud so they only have one good (narrow) window of listening volume. I don't do the low efficiency snob speakers anymore. zzzz.
To add to this.. I am really enjoying "GRAFFITI JAZZ by David Chesky". I am a Klipsch owner of 8 sets. Most recent the RF-7iii's. However, this jazz is rocking my older Klipsch KG4's. Without a sub they do fine! Thanks for all the info and especially the music suggestions. Love it.
Great take on a super relevant speaker. I took advantage of the new line to buy a pair of the discontinued RP 6000s for a cool $750 and they're extraordinary. Just right for my room. The only obvious differences I can see in the Mark II are twin bass ports instead of one and the extra speaker connects for Atmos. I don't even want to know if the new line is a meaningful sonic upgrade. Oh who am I kidding? Of course I want to know. Steve or anyone - had a chance to do a direct comparison?
I like my RP8000f's b/c they are tall and deep in my long deep living room so fit well and sound pretty pretty awesome. I can get behind them to access my cd shelves whereas wide speakers become obstacles in such a space. They also function well in my home theater 5.2 setup. Finally, bi-wiring these speakers does take the stereo musicality aspect to a whole other level. It helps bring the mid and top end alive and tighter bass.
Kudos on posting a longer video. You were able to cover so much more than in your shorter videos. I like to geek out on the details and your impressions. Keep up the good work!
Great show! I really enjoyed this. Thanks for the variety of set ups. I am a big fan of the reasonably priced set ups for those just trying to get in the game. Sounds like a terrific speaker. Man, you chose some terrific music options. Kraftwerk and Billi Eilish? We need to hang out! Loved the viewer system too! Props for the Van Alstine amplifier! Fabulous!
I'm new to your channel and I must say I really enjoy your reviews. You articulate so clearly what you enjoy in music and how they are conveyed to you through your review speakers. I have a pair of modified RP160M's and I totally agree about the ability of Klipsch speakers to play very quietly without sacrificing highs and lows or clarity of sound and the sound remains balanced, top to bottom. Thank you for your excellent reviews.
Great review, Steve! In line with my findings. Yes, they are not perfect or for everybody but they have their charms. And I like the Kubrick 2001 look also, haha.
Steve, your channel has really grown on me. To be honest, the first few videos I watched of yours were hard for me to get into but now I'm hooked. It was this video that really got me. I'll be signing up for your Patreon shortly. Your videos are so thoughtful. I learn a lot from every video and I really appreciate the effort you put into this. To some extent I see a lot of myself in your thought process. I feel like I'm always too wordy and it might be hard for some people to get into your videos but they'll be hooked once they do. I actually have the RP-6000F Mark IIs for my home theater and streamer/DAC setup. I replaced the Klipsch R-625FAs I got from Costco (basically home theater system in a box). I don't have a super ideal setup. I have a Denon X6700H receiver. For music I have a Bluesound Node with USB connected to the SMSL VMV D1se DAC connected to the receiver. For the 6000Fs I don't have any nice amps. I have some Niles SI-2150 class D amps connected to the preouts of my Denon AVR. I have 1 of those each in bridged mono mode for the 6000Fii low frequency side. For the 6000Fii HF I have one Niles SI-2100 class D stereo amp. I'm almost ashamed to say I use class D amps because my audiophile friend says class A amps are superior. Anyways I digress. Your next video had started playing on my smart TV. Cheers!
Good review Steve! I have a pair of RP8000F speakers that I purchased as part of my “downsizing” exercise (I figured their footprint is much the same as a stand mount and I really couldn’t go from the sound of my old Altecs or open baffle speakers to a real stand mount with any comfort). One thing I don’t understand is why so many users, and Klipsch themselves, insist that only amplifiers of around 150W or greater are suitable. I’ve been playing with music systems since 1969, and I do understand the old headroom thing, dynamics and bass control, but these things can be achieved with a smaller basket of watts than so many suggest - I think you showed this pretty well in this review and earlier ones you’ve done. Am I missing something? I don’t want to “piss off the neighbours” (well, not usually), what I want is a pleasurable music experience. Thanks for your reviews - love your work! 👍
Ya I mean I drive mine with a 150 watt amp and at 65/100 on volume I reach 95+ decibels and nearly blow my ear drums out…….and that’s standing 15 feet away I’m sure a smaller amp would be fine
Smaler amp can play them afcourse. But as other reviewers measured them, they are more close to 90db. And for 90db you are better off with somewhat stronger amps. Even their bigger brother rp8000f stated as 98db, have in reality no more than 93db. I compare them to my diy speakers and on the same amplifier they played just as loud as mine, and mine are measured to 92,8db sensitivity. They are realy great speakers othervise. I do miss some mids on them, as they have a dip from 1000 to 2000hz folowed by big steap to 3000hz. They are not the best with vocals.
THANKS for this review Steve !!!!! I currently own the 600m's ( Originals) , FORTE's (Series I) as well as the RF-5s, (2) RC3-II centers ,And the RF7-III s ...ALL Different, but i LOVE them all ... I''m taking my RF 7-IIIs with me when my time is up 🥰 A KLIPSCH fan for LIFE... And a fan of YOURS for LIFE !!!
Always solid and lots of insight musically and with passion. FYI that most of review has a different speaker in background and would love to see more of the Klipsch
Notes taken on music to listen to Steve. I can relate to this review, having listened with Klipsch speakers and similar gear. I'm happy with my Klipsch Heresy IV, but the other Klipsch have their merits. Klipsch are highly available, so perhaps not appreciated enough by those who have never listened to music with them.
Another fun video, always appreciate your passion. Ive never heard a horn speaker I could live with (I despise the way they project sound at you), so Im obviously not interested in the product, whilst conceeding some will love them. I really tune in to hear your exuberance and pick up some ideas of tunes I might not have heard. You never fail to make an interesting video, even if its about some hifi of zero interest to me, and im always glad I watched.
Experienced viewers of The Audiophiliac know that, even if you look at the title and think, "Really? . . . another Klipsch speaker review?" you watch the segment anyway... there's always some cool music you get turned on to and the viewer system segments are really a nice touch too.
I liked that two speakers from the same company were compared, three if you count the Forte IV, it helps point out what spending twice as much on Klipsch speakers sounds like, at least to Steve's highly experienced ears.
I have the Klipsch R-28f speakers fed by a 2000 Harman Kardon HK3370 through the speaker level inputs/ outputs of a Velodyne 12 inch sub. This affordable system sounds great at any volume.
I have the RP 600M mk2s and absolutely love them paired to a Muzishare X7 tube amp and a Sansui AU555a as a preamp. Would love to uograde to the 8000f but i think they'd be a bit too big for my room, so maybe the 6000F might work. Both models are on sale in Australia at the moment too. Also enjoying the David Chesky album! Thanks for the tip, Steve 👍
The 8000fII definitely need space like anything else with strong bass into the 30's. That being said, in a smaller room, the 600mII would sound better. There is nothing macho about putting big speakers into small rooms.
Klipsch has a sound that many people like. I've owned multiple Klipsch speakers & enjoyed them. The sensitivity is not what they state though. If they say 96db, it's actually closer to 90db.
Well they do state in their spec sheet it's measured in room not all rooms are equal but in room with walls elevating it could get to 96db in a small bedroom easily 96 db but in a super large room more like 90 db but even then 90db is still extremely sensitive anything about 87db is easy to drive
@bum krilla true. It's just kind of a shady business practice. Like you said, not all rooms are the same. Plus, the avg person looking to purchase may know to look for a higher sensitivity stat but not realize Klipsch measures/lists it differently than most other brands.
@double T most people will never have a sensitivity problem with their speakers because even the cheapest stuff will play them loud and they sound decent with almost anything and most people are more concerned about rms when they are new to the community so I see many people hooking them up to emotive bass x 250 watt per channel amp which for 90db sensitivity is pretty over Kill
Steve. I do DIY exclusively by now. I just got the boxes of "stuff" to build 3Pi speakers. I'll give you real look at progress so as to see your not getting trash. I live in NJ and work for the choo choo that visits you many times a day. We coud do a quick drop, unless yu want me over for a bit. Besides the speakers I NEVER show up empty handed. Wine, beer, food, shrooms.....for fondue. Your call. I could bring my F6 clone and if I get busy an M2X. I's love to see what you think of DIY under direction
Thanks for another great video Steve. I love your enthusiasm and how subjective enjoyment and the extent to which it makes you want to listen to music are significant in your reviews. I have the previous version of the RP 6000F with a Rega Brio integrated and ProJect Debut Carbon Evo. Basic but sounds lovely to my ears. Can you recommend a subwoofer to pair with these speakers? Any advice much appreciated.
Great review Steve Guttenberg we can always count on your point on review..no fuss..spot on.How many dbs is your 👕 ???? Make it a great day. Turn it up.
Thanks for the review. Did you have a chance to review the RP-8000 II's ? I'm wondering between the 6000 and that one, so your opinion would help in deciding.
Steve regarding the viewer system the VTA M-125 are 125 watt monoblock kits from tubesforhifi and are based off of the 60W Dynaco Mark IIIs. I'm currently building their St-70 35W amp which is based on the Dynaco ST-70 but has the option of using KT-88 tubes rather than the original EL-34s.
I'm thinking up upgrading my RP-600Miis with the RP-6000Fiis and eventually (I don't have room now) use the bookshelf speakers as surrounds (currently have 4 tiny little Polk satellites). I noticed that the original RP6000Fs go lower in the bass by 4 dB. and the XO varies by 30 hz. Would either make any discernable difference? I use it with a Denon X4700 running into a Tonewinner amp. If they're still available, I can get some B-stock 6000Fiis for $750.
Hi Steve, hope you're doing good. I'm exploring options to buy some new good devices for my music room. I currently have a Yamaha R-N602 with a pair of speakers Yamaha NS-F330. I thought of getting the Marantz PM7000N and the Klipsch RP-6000F (which I could see on your review from TH-cam). I picked those options based on my budget but I'm not sure if that would be a good combination to set up. My turntable will remain the same, it's an Audio-Technica AT-LP140XP which has an Ortofon 2M Red mounted in it. Any comments will be highly appreciated
I'm looking for a set of speakers to match up to a Crown XLI 1500 pro power amp. Rated for 6 and 8 ohm speakers, it is 330 WPC at 8 ohms. Would these speakers play well with that amp? My previous speakers (Cerwin Vega RE30s--that so many people love to hate on) were 97dB sensitivity)/4ohm 12" woofers, and had a lot of bass output. Could two 6.5" 8ohm woofers match that? I listen to a lot of heavy rock, and some electronica--Hendrix, Joe Satriani, etc. and like loud volume.
Steve, regarding the Viewer System of the Day's amplifier: The VTA M-125 mono blocks are 125 watt amplifiers designed by Bob Latino and sold on-line at tubes4hifi by Roy Mottram. They are generally sold as kits, but Roy will build it for you at additional cost. They are powerful push-pull amps that can drive KT88 tubes among others. I built a pair and use them in my home theater for two channel stereo.
Funny you mention the high sensitivity. With all the other Klipsch speakers they are measured in room which “I’m assuming the same with these” skews the measurement to be higher than it is in reality compared to most other speaker manufacturers measurements.
So glad to see the guys in Indianapolis up their game on the big box speakers .. the gap is still enormous between them and the Arkansas built Heritage line but no longer a shame to the name !
How do they compare to the RF7 III? I have the RF7 but want to add something to my new mad cave. I love the RF7 for sure but priced a bit out of my desire for the man cave
Hello! Have you ever heard Dynavoice Challenger M65 V4? I have a pair of these and I’m considering upgrading at the next year with klipsch RP6000. Thanks
I was wondering how my klipsch towers would sound with a tube amp because they are so efficient. I am currently running mine with a Marantz AV7001 processor and Rotel amps
Steve do me a favor would you take a look at the different available balanced turntables available so I can run a fully balanced vinyl rig. I have seen to the TeAac TN5 BB and the Pro-Ject X8 I also saw one with an acrylic rice paper platter but I can't really remember the details. I'd like to know what do you think the advantages might be of running a fully balanced turntable into a fully balanced Phono pre I have the Decware ZP3 Phono Pre on order and the Decware Zen triode SE 34-6 integrated amplifier. If you could take a look at this overlook segment a vinyl reproduction within the next year or so cause I have these items coming in about a year or more for the wait list oh
Steve I believe that VTA amp is built by Bob Latino. He also sells and builds the VTA ST70, which is a modernized version of the legendary Dynaco ST 70. The letter M of course is for mono, as in mono blocks. One of my dream audiophiliac reviews would be to hear your comparison of the deckware amplifier to an ST 70. Or, the M120. Bob’s company is tubes for hi-fi
Hi 👋 Sir good evening, I want to buy a Klipsch RP 8060 fa Dolby atmos. I have AVR Onkyo Rz 50. I listen more video music, will this one suits for my music video and stereo audios. I have RP 8000 F with me using it now. I am upgrading for AVR slowly. Please advise me waiting for your reply. Thanks Sir 🙏
I wish that more speaker manufacturers voiced their speakers for grilles on. I never really cared to look at the drivers in a loudspeaker - I don’t want to know how the “sausage is made” and find myself staring at them instead of closing my eyes and really listening. I had the LS50s and actually returned the “standard” piano black/gold driver for an all flat black pair for this reason. I realize that many owners do prefer to see the drivers and that voicing them with grilles on can be an issue. One solution might be to specify how they are voiced could help, though it would likely limit the potential audience. Another would be to include a switch to boost or cut midrange/treble as KLH and some others do. Also, some grilles are really poorly designed as cause all sorts of diffraction issues. The Tektons I auditioned had really rudimentary grilles with severely raised non-magnetic frames. I’m also not fond of my own Buchardt solutions. Those circular grilles are not great. At least they are all black. Maybe I’ll be able to find a huge stretch sock to put them in 😂
Greetings Steve at 68 I have been reading/watching your reviews for longer than I care to admit. This video for some reason got me thinking of "old audio companies" and get ready to laugh all 3 of my prized speakers arprobably older than most of your viewers! Here we go First pair I got Wharfedale WD-90, Second (had to get powerhouse amp to sound good) DQ-19. and then my prized ones Altec model 19 my first hi-end piece? Empire 598 mk2 still runs fine 2 months wages for that!
@@SteveGuttenbergAudiophiliac Hi first a laugh for you I almost did not get the Altec 19's due to the Stereophile test cd THe gentleman had them hooked to a tiny technics reciever (just to demo) when the 20Hz came on his walls shook but he had given his word. Now a question I have a second home theatre system why have MFG's stopped making THX ultra recievers ? Half the folks I ask do even know what they are. I wanted a new one I cannot find any. Little long note but I think you or someone might know Thank you Robert
Is this probably what you would class as one of the best budget floorstander?, I’ve only heard one horn speaker and that was a zingali bookshelf in a glasgow shop and a lot more expensive but a very impressive sound.
@@SteveGuttenbergAudiophiliac I disagree. Why wouldn't a 600M with a subwoofer sound bigger since with the addition of the sub it now becomes a " bigger speaker"?
I really really really appreciate you telling us where these and other things are made. I am doing my best to stay away from anything china made. As I’m sure you are well aware of, this is unfortunately almost impossible in todays age. But more and more, I AM willing to pay more for American engineered and manufactured products. I certainly will buy Japanese made electronics and vehicles. I’m not ruling out everyone but….NOT cHINA! NO WAY! So thank you again and I really enjoy your podcasts!
@@welshrarebit9238 I’m sure the products are just fine. I have no doubt that the people of china are great at their craft. My problem is purely political, with the government, their humanitarian perspective or lack there of and the communist regime. They have us under their thumb and they know it. Not to mention the pandemic that killed a million Americans. So I’m happy to save my money to buy more expensive American made speakers and products. Completely not trying to be a smart aleck, that’s just my point of view.
It’s been quite a while since I heard the heresy here in my apartment. It’s also about three times the price of the 6000. I would guess the heresy is more dynamically alive and makes a bit more bass
If you personally like these speakers, that's your choice. Technically, they need a lot of help, in this design a two way speaker should be a two and a half way, box needs better dampening and crossover is really cheap. Just saying. Also, sensitivity is not 96 db, klipsch does not seem to measure sensitivity like other manufacturers.
There's an Audiophiliac imposter scamming my viewers, DON'T respond! I don't do giveaways or ask for money (except for my Patreon).
There so many impersonators, scammers crawling around like maggots that I never trust these offers.
@@artyfhartie2269 Same here If impersonating Steve just ask a tough audio question you know the answer to.
@@robertliskey420 You mean like in a Hitchcock movie like Vertigo?
@@artyfhartie2269 Na nothing that easy I would ask what is The silent giant that is built to last.....Probably forever. Steve will know!
So do kliptch pay you
Always cool to see reasonably priced speakers that can get you this excited, Steve! Thanks for another great one!
Like fine wine, you just keep getting better Steve! Well done indeed! Love the way you covered so many electronic combinations and musical styles. I shall soon dive in to your eclectic music choices. Thanks! Your grateful “morsel level” patron.
Always enjoy your videos Steve. I'm aiming on the 6000F II since several months ago. No more hesitating!
Time seems insignificant when someone makes it fun to listen to your favorite hobby.
Thanks Steve! - You and the Wife have a nice Weekend!
- m.
You hit the nail on the head......One of the best attributes of my Klipsch are how well they play at low volumes. Absolutely love mine!
Snob approved speakers sound pretty bad until they are medium loud. They don't get really loud so they only have one good (narrow) window of listening volume. I don't do the low efficiency snob speakers anymore. zzzz.
Hi Steve. Beautiful system of the day. You have a knack making the excitement of your music as much as the product. Thanks for a great review. Greg
Love your shirt Steve ,……and your review’s .
To add to this.. I am really enjoying "GRAFFITI JAZZ by David Chesky". I am a Klipsch owner of 8 sets. Most recent the RF-7iii's. However, this jazz is rocking my older Klipsch KG4's. Without a sub they do fine! Thanks for all the info and especially the music suggestions. Love it.
Listening to the Jane Ira record you mentioned, on my klipsch rf 7-II. OMG. Thank you, man, you do a really great job!
The nicest funnest indepth revier i like , enthusiasm is so addictive
Love your work Steve! Thanks so much for the music recommendations! Graffiti Jazz is a winner!
Just a great review, THANK YOU.
The room and the shirt blends in all so well in audio terms Smoooooth 😎🙂👍
Great take on a super relevant speaker. I took advantage of the new line to buy a pair of the discontinued RP 6000s for a cool $750 and they're extraordinary. Just right for my room. The only obvious differences I can see in the Mark II are twin bass ports instead of one and the extra speaker connects for Atmos. I don't even want to know if the new line is a meaningful sonic upgrade. Oh who am I kidding? Of course I want to know. Steve or anyone - had a chance to do a direct comparison?
I like my RP8000f's b/c they are tall and deep in my long deep living room so fit well and sound pretty pretty awesome. I can get behind them to access my cd shelves whereas wide speakers become obstacles in such a space. They also function well in my home theater 5.2 setup. Finally, bi-wiring these speakers does take the stereo musicality aspect to a whole other level. It helps bring the mid and top end alive and tighter bass.
Hi Steve I watch you daily from Victoria BC Canada.
Kudos on posting a longer video. You were able to cover so much more than in your shorter videos. I like to geek out on the details and your impressions.
Keep up the good work!
Thanks for watching, it was longer because I had more to say! The shorter ones are shorter because there’s less to say.
Thank you for the Graffiti Jazz recommendation!
Great show! I really enjoyed this. Thanks for the variety of set ups. I am a big fan of the reasonably priced set ups for those just trying to get in the game. Sounds like a terrific speaker. Man, you chose some terrific music options. Kraftwerk and Billi Eilish? We need to hang out! Loved the viewer system too! Props for the Van Alstine amplifier! Fabulous!
I have kraftwerk, but don't do drugs so Billy Ellish is out. Listening to her, I feel like I need to go to rehab.
Graffiti Jazz....outstanding. Thanks Steve. Hi from Wales, UK. Edward.
I'm new to your channel and I must say I really enjoy your reviews. You articulate so clearly what you enjoy in music and how they are conveyed to you through your review speakers. I have a pair of modified RP160M's and I totally agree about the ability of Klipsch speakers to play very quietly without sacrificing highs and lows or clarity of sound and the sound remains balanced, top to bottom. Thank you for your excellent reviews.
Thank you for watching!
Great review, Steve! In line with my findings. Yes, they are not perfect or for everybody but they have their charms. And I like the Kubrick 2001 look also, haha.
Steve, your channel has really grown on me. To be honest, the first few videos I watched of yours were hard for me to get into but now I'm hooked. It was this video that really got me. I'll be signing up for your Patreon shortly. Your videos are so thoughtful. I learn a lot from every video and I really appreciate the effort you put into this. To some extent I see a lot of myself in your thought process. I feel like I'm always too wordy and it might be hard for some people to get into your videos but they'll be hooked once they do. I actually have the RP-6000F Mark IIs for my home theater and streamer/DAC setup. I replaced the Klipsch R-625FAs I got from Costco (basically home theater system in a box). I don't have a super ideal setup. I have a Denon X6700H receiver. For music I have a Bluesound Node with USB connected to the SMSL VMV D1se DAC connected to the receiver. For the 6000Fs I don't have any nice amps. I have some Niles SI-2150 class D amps connected to the preouts of my Denon AVR. I have 1 of those each in bridged mono mode for the 6000Fii low frequency side. For the 6000Fii HF I have one Niles SI-2100 class D stereo amp. I'm almost ashamed to say I use class D amps because my audiophile friend says class A amps are superior. Anyways I digress. Your next video had started playing on my smart TV. Cheers!
Good review Steve!
I have a pair of RP8000F speakers that I purchased as part of my “downsizing” exercise (I figured their footprint is much the same as a stand mount and I really couldn’t go from the sound of my old Altecs or open baffle speakers to a real stand mount with any comfort). One thing I don’t understand is why so many users, and Klipsch themselves, insist that only amplifiers of around 150W or greater are suitable. I’ve been playing with music systems since 1969, and I do understand the old headroom thing, dynamics and bass control, but these things can be achieved with a smaller basket of watts than so many suggest - I think you showed this pretty well in this review and earlier ones you’ve done. Am I missing something? I don’t want to “piss off the neighbours” (well, not usually), what I want is a pleasurable music experience.
Thanks for your reviews - love your work! 👍
I purchased a pair of "damaged" new in he box RPF8000's about a year ago for $750. I "repaired" them with a black paint pen and couldn't be happier.
I've had large klispch for years and they sound fine with a 100 watt amp even though I run mine with a 35 watt tube amp just because I like tubes
Ya I mean I drive mine with a 150 watt amp and at 65/100 on volume I reach 95+ decibels and nearly blow my ear drums out…….and that’s standing 15 feet away
I’m sure a smaller amp would be fine
Smaler amp can play them afcourse. But as other reviewers measured them, they are more close to 90db. And for 90db you are better off with somewhat stronger amps.
Even their bigger brother rp8000f stated as 98db, have in reality no more than 93db. I compare them to my diy speakers and on the same amplifier they played just as loud as mine, and mine are measured to 92,8db sensitivity.
They are realy great speakers othervise. I do miss some mids on them, as they have a dip from 1000 to 2000hz folowed by big steap to 3000hz. They are not the best with vocals.
@@matejpodlesnik6538 Would theiy pair well with a Marantz Model40?
THANKS for this review Steve !!!!! I currently own the 600m's ( Originals) , FORTE's (Series I) as well as the RF-5s, (2) RC3-II centers ,And the RF7-III s ...ALL Different, but i LOVE them all ... I''m taking my RF 7-IIIs with me when my time is up 🥰 A KLIPSCH fan for LIFE... And a fan of YOURS for LIFE !!!
Thank you!
Always solid and lots of insight musically and with passion. FYI that most of review has a different speaker in background and would love to see more of the Klipsch
The deep base in the David Chesky Graffiti Jazz album is really deep. Very different. I like it.
Finally! You said it! " if you wanna play music loud..." go big!!
Now I want to buy this. Great salesman video.
I want to buy most everything Steve reviews.
Notes taken on music to listen to Steve. I can relate to this review, having listened with Klipsch speakers and similar gear. I'm happy with my Klipsch Heresy IV, but the other Klipsch have their merits. Klipsch are highly available, so perhaps not appreciated enough by those who have never listened to music with them.
And hey, man, I was at that Talking Heads show, live in Central Park! An awesome record of all time!
Agreed, nice desgn and size, love them
Another fun video, always appreciate your passion.
Ive never heard a horn speaker I could live with (I despise the way they project sound at you), so Im obviously not interested in the product, whilst conceeding some will love them.
I really tune in to hear your exuberance and pick up some ideas of tunes I might not have heard. You never fail to make an interesting video, even if its about some hifi of zero interest to me, and im always glad I watched.
Thanks, I really appreciate that. Have a great day.
Experienced viewers of The Audiophiliac know that, even if you look at the title and think, "Really? . . . another Klipsch speaker review?" you watch the segment anyway... there's always some cool music you get turned on to and the viewer system segments are really a nice touch too.
I liked that two speakers from the same company were compared, three if you count the Forte IV, it helps point out what spending twice as much on Klipsch speakers sounds like, at least to Steve's highly experienced ears.
I was surprised by how much you liked the Klipsch. They seem like a love them or dislike them speaker. They are so much more affordable. Thanks.
And those are not even the 'big' ones. There is the RP-8000F II also to consider.
@@FeedScrn I have the RP 8000 and am extremely satisfied
@@hubpaq - Great! I'm hearing good things about the RP 6000 II and the RP 8000 IIs. I go back and forth between them and the Polk.
I have the Klipsch R-28f speakers fed by a 2000 Harman Kardon HK3370 through the speaker level inputs/ outputs of a Velodyne 12 inch sub. This affordable system sounds great at any volume.
How would this compare to the 8000f? Another fun review, thanks.
Great music, thanks for that!
What is the exact difference between this speaker and the 300?
I have the RP 600M mk2s and absolutely love them paired to a Muzishare X7 tube amp and a Sansui AU555a as a preamp. Would love to uograde to the 8000f but i think they'd be a bit too big for my room, so maybe the 6000F might work. Both models are on sale in Australia at the moment too.
Also enjoying the David Chesky album! Thanks for the tip, Steve 👍
The 8000fII definitely need space like anything else with strong bass into the 30's. That being said, in a smaller room, the 600mII would sound better. There is nothing macho about putting big speakers into small rooms.
The first thing you think about in the morning ? Bagel or base response ?
Klipsch has a sound that many people like. I've owned multiple Klipsch speakers & enjoyed them. The sensitivity is not what they state though. If they say 96db, it's actually closer to 90db.
Well they do state in their spec sheet it's measured in room not all rooms are equal but in room with walls elevating it could get to 96db in a small bedroom easily 96 db but in a super large room more like 90 db but even then 90db is still extremely sensitive anything about 87db is easy to drive
@bum krilla true. It's just kind of a shady business practice. Like you said, not all rooms are the same. Plus, the avg person looking to purchase may know to look for a higher sensitivity stat but not realize Klipsch measures/lists it differently than most other brands.
@double T most people will never have a sensitivity problem with their speakers because even the cheapest stuff will play them loud and they sound decent with almost anything and most people are more concerned about rms when they are new to the community so I see many people hooking them up to emotive bass x 250 watt per channel amp which for 90db sensitivity is pretty over Kill
Steve. I do DIY exclusively by now. I just got the boxes of "stuff" to build 3Pi speakers. I'll give you real look at progress so as to see your not getting trash. I live in NJ and work for the choo choo that visits you many times a day. We coud do a quick drop, unless yu want me over for a bit. Besides the speakers I NEVER show up empty handed. Wine, beer, food, shrooms.....for fondue. Your call. I could bring my F6 clone and if I get busy an M2X. I's love to see what you think of DIY under direction
Thanks for another great video Steve. I love your enthusiasm and how subjective enjoyment and the extent to which it makes you want to listen to music are significant in your reviews.
I have the previous version of the RP 6000F with a Rega Brio integrated and ProJect Debut Carbon Evo. Basic but sounds lovely to my ears. Can you recommend a subwoofer to pair with these speakers? Any advice much appreciated.
REL or Hsu Research 10 inch models
@@SteveGuttenbergAudiophiliac Super. Thanks very much Steve. Appreciate it.
First time listener from Australia
Welcome, thanks for watching.
Great review Steve Guttenberg we can always count on your point on review..no fuss..spot on.How many dbs is your 👕 ???? Make it a great day. Turn it up.
I’m still rocking Chorus ii’s. What is different with these modern speakers? And, better with the American made line?
Thanks for the review. Did you have a chance to review the RP-8000 II's ? I'm wondering between the 6000 and that one, so your opinion would help in deciding.
Great review
Will u be reviewing klipsch rp 8000f ii
Steve regarding the viewer system the VTA M-125 are 125 watt monoblock kits from tubesforhifi and are based off of the 60W Dynaco Mark IIIs. I'm currently building their St-70 35W amp which is based on the Dynaco ST-70 but has the option of using KT-88 tubes rather than the original EL-34s.
Can you please add the music that you mentioned in the video to the description?
I'm thinking up upgrading my RP-600Miis with the RP-6000Fiis and eventually (I don't have room now) use the bookshelf speakers as surrounds (currently have 4 tiny little Polk satellites). I noticed that the original RP6000Fs go lower in the bass by 4 dB. and the XO varies by 30 hz. Would either make any discernable difference? I use it with a Denon X4700 running into a Tonewinner amp. If they're still available, I can get some B-stock 6000Fiis for $750.
Hi Steve, hope you're doing good. I'm exploring options to buy some new good devices for my music room. I currently have a Yamaha R-N602 with a pair of speakers Yamaha NS-F330. I thought of getting the Marantz PM7000N and the Klipsch RP-6000F (which I could see on your review from TH-cam). I picked those options based on my budget but I'm not sure if that would be a good combination to set up. My turntable will remain the same, it's an Audio-Technica AT-LP140XP which has an Ortofon 2M Red mounted in it. Any comments will be highly appreciated
But what I'd REALLY like to know is.... how do the original 6000F stand up against the 6000F II? Just how much improvement is there?
I'm looking for a set of speakers to match up to a Crown XLI 1500 pro power amp. Rated for 6 and 8 ohm speakers, it is 330 WPC at 8 ohms. Would these speakers play well with that amp? My previous speakers (Cerwin Vega RE30s--that so many people love to hate on) were 97dB sensitivity)/4ohm 12" woofers, and had a lot of bass output. Could two 6.5" 8ohm woofers match that? I listen to a lot of heavy rock, and some electronica--Hendrix, Joe Satriani, etc. and like loud volume.
Steve, regarding the Viewer System of the Day's amplifier: The VTA M-125 mono blocks are 125 watt amplifiers designed by Bob Latino and sold on-line at tubes4hifi by Roy Mottram. They are generally sold as kits, but Roy will build it for you at additional cost. They are powerful push-pull amps that can drive KT88 tubes among others. I built a pair and use them in my home theater for two channel stereo.
Hi Steve the audiophiliac how would a klipsch rp6000f ii sound compared to a audio physic classic 25 or the Avanti thanks
What if you don't want to bi wire, how do regular wire these speakers
Jumper……
Would like to compare these to new Zu entry 6s.
Funny you mention the high sensitivity. With all the other Klipsch speakers they are measured in room which “I’m assuming the same with these” skews the measurement to be higher than it is in reality compared to most other speaker manufacturers measurements.
Would you pair the RP-6000F II with RP-404C II or RP-504C II center speaker?
So glad to see the guys in Indianapolis up their game on the big box speakers .. the gap is still enormous between them and the Arkansas built Heritage line but no longer a shame to the name !
How do they compare to the RF7 III? I have the RF7 but want to add something to my new mad cave. I love the RF7 for sure but priced a bit out of my desire for the man cave
n your opinion, would it be the ideal area of the room for this model?
Hello what is your opinion, I am between the old 8000F which has more bass and the 6000F II . Which is better ????
Hello!
Have you ever heard Dynavoice Challenger M65 V4? I have a pair of these and I’m considering upgrading at the next year with klipsch RP6000. Thanks
Where did you get this amazing Shirt? Thanks for the great Review!
Got the wharfdale Evo 44s superb.my end game Steve👍👌
I was wondering how my klipsch towers would sound with a tube amp because they are so efficient. I am currently running mine with a Marantz AV7001 processor and Rotel amps
Hi...would musical fidelity m5si bw a good match?
Are they good for Deicide, Mayhem, Darkthrone, Limbonic Art, etc ?
TY in advance
Happy early birthday Audiophiliac channel!
Great review... but I recently appreciate your music recommendations. Never heard Chensky before, but damn, loving Graffiti Jazz.
Can you please review Pearl acoustics sibelius speakers?
Hi...what is minimum disstance to the back wall for 6000fII?
Ty
Steve do me a favor would you take a look at the different available balanced turntables available so I can run a fully balanced vinyl rig. I have seen to the TeAac TN5 BB and the Pro-Ject X8 I also saw one with an acrylic rice paper platter but I can't really remember the details. I'd like to know what do you think the advantages might be of running a fully balanced turntable into a fully balanced Phono pre
I have the Decware ZP3 Phono Pre on order and the Decware Zen triode SE 34-6 integrated amplifier. If you could take a look at this overlook segment a vinyl reproduction within the next year or so cause I have these items coming in about a year or more for the wait list oh
i heard they are weak in bass extension, are they worth buying?
Will these be a significant upgrade from my 10 year old rp280f? Thank you
How are the metal feet? Looks like a floor destroyer
Are they better and have more bass than the 8inch F300 by klipsch??
I loved the great soundstage my Klipschs gave me but the top end killed me, what would be a good speaker that has clear sound but not ear bleeders?
GoldenEar BRX
Awesome stuff. Let's hear that new ZZ Top Raw soundtrack and your thoughts. It being raw, I thought it sounded amazing.
RP-280f vs RP800f or even the 8000f-II ?
I’d love to see a review of that beautiful rf7iii?
Steve Guttenberg - ARP synthesizer on David Chesky's Sun Club. well, well, well!!!! If it isn't Mr Audiophiliac himself :D
stellar album
Steve I believe that VTA amp is built by Bob Latino. He also sells and builds the VTA ST70, which is a modernized version of the legendary Dynaco ST 70. The letter M of course is for mono, as in mono blocks. One of my dream audiophiliac reviews would be to hear your comparison of the deckware amplifier to an ST 70. Or, the M120. Bob’s company is tubes for hi-fi
Hi 👋 Sir good evening, I want to buy a Klipsch RP 8060 fa Dolby atmos. I have AVR Onkyo Rz 50. I listen more video music, will this one suits for my music video and stereo audios. I have RP 8000 F with me using it now. I am upgrading for AVR slowly. Please advise me waiting for your reply. Thanks Sir 🙏
Curious if you might review JTR speakers at some point? Seems JTR takes a lot of what Klipsch does but takes it to the next level.
I wish that more speaker manufacturers voiced their speakers for grilles on. I never really cared to look at the drivers in a loudspeaker - I don’t want to know how the “sausage is made” and find myself staring at them instead of closing my eyes and really listening. I had the LS50s and actually returned the “standard” piano black/gold driver for an all flat black pair for this reason.
I realize that many owners do prefer to see the drivers and that voicing them with grilles on can be an issue. One solution might be to specify how they are voiced could help, though it would likely limit the potential audience. Another would be to include a switch to boost or cut midrange/treble as KLH and some others do.
Also, some grilles are really poorly designed as cause all sorts of diffraction issues. The Tektons I auditioned had really rudimentary grilles with severely raised non-magnetic frames. I’m also not fond of my own Buchardt solutions. Those circular grilles are not great. At least they are all black. Maybe I’ll be able to find a huge stretch sock to put them in 😂
Steve, where did you get those sound diffusers behind you on the wall?
GIK Acoustics
Greetings Steve at 68 I have been reading/watching your reviews for longer than I care to admit. This video for some reason got me thinking of "old audio companies" and get ready to laugh all 3 of my prized speakers arprobably older than most of your viewers! Here we go First pair I got Wharfedale WD-90, Second (had to get powerhouse amp to sound good) DQ-19. and then my prized ones Altec model 19 my first hi-end piece? Empire 598 mk2 still runs fine 2 months wages for that!
Nice to hear from you Robert!
@@SteveGuttenbergAudiophiliac Hi first a laugh for you I almost did not get the Altec 19's due to the Stereophile test cd THe gentleman had them hooked to a tiny technics reciever (just to demo) when the 20Hz came on his walls shook but he had given his word. Now a question I have a second home theatre system why have MFG's stopped making THX ultra recievers ? Half the folks I ask do even know what they are. I wanted a new one I cannot find any. Little long note but I think you or someone might know Thank you Robert
My question is these or the Zu DW6 😊
Is this probably what you would class as one of the best budget floorstander?, I’ve only heard one horn speaker and that was a zingali bookshelf in a glasgow shop and a lot more expensive but a very impressive sound.
Steve do you think the 600M MKii paired with a subwoofer can atleast match the performance of these towers?
600 + a good sub will produce deeper/more powerful bass, but the 6000 will still sound like a bigger speaker.
@@SteveGuttenbergAudiophiliac I disagree. Why wouldn't a 600M with a subwoofer sound bigger since with the addition of the sub it now becomes a " bigger speaker"?
@@mikedambrosio1578 Maybe having twice the drivers has something to do with sounding bigger???
I really really really appreciate you telling us where these and other things are made. I am doing my best to stay away from anything china made. As I’m sure you are well aware of, this is unfortunately almost impossible in todays age. But more and more, I AM willing to pay more for American engineered and manufactured products. I certainly will buy Japanese made electronics and vehicles. I’m not ruling out everyone but….NOT cHINA! NO WAY! So thank you again and I really enjoy your podcasts!
@@welshrarebit9238 I’m sure the products are just fine. I have no doubt that the people of china are great at their craft. My problem is purely political, with the government, their humanitarian perspective or lack there of and the communist regime. They have us under their thumb and they know it. Not to mention the pandemic that killed a million Americans. So I’m happy to save my money to buy more expensive American made speakers and products. Completely not trying to be a smart aleck, that’s just my point of view.
It was interesting to hear your thoughts on how they stack up paired with your hi end gear too as I only have mid fi gear.
I play minerf7 classic.,late at night in my garage at low levels..so much depth and demention still.. Just incredible detail
How would you say they compare to the heresy IV ? since they're more comparable than cornwall size wise
It’s been quite a while since I heard the heresy here in my apartment. It’s also about three times the price of the 6000. I would guess the heresy is more dynamically alive and makes a bit more bass
@@SteveGuttenbergAudiophiliac thanks a lot
If you personally like these speakers, that's your choice. Technically, they need a lot of help, in this design a two way speaker should be a two and a half way, box needs better dampening and crossover is really cheap. Just saying. Also, sensitivity is not 96 db, klipsch does not seem to measure sensitivity like other manufacturers.
Can you review Osborn speakers I was blown away cheers from oz