What Would You Choose: Klipsch RF-7 III or RP-8060FA Speakers?

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  • @Youthman
    @Youthman  ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Klipsch RF-7 III or RP-8060FA Speakers - A Look At their Differences. This video is sponsored by Klipsch.
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  • @truthseea5473
    @truthseea5473 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    The visual appeal of these speakers is ear watering , love

  • @kevonmanuel
    @kevonmanuel ปีที่แล้ว +15

    It would be nice if Klipsch made a Bookshelf version of the RF-7 III.

    • @voiceofreason9238
      @voiceofreason9238 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      If a true bookshelf speaker is wanted then the RP-600M II is a high quality choice.
      If one wanted a true RF-7 III in a smaller form factor it would be more of a larger speaker stand model rather than a bookshelf, which we haven't seen since the legendary RB-75 or the RB-81.

    • @Youthman
      @Youthman  ปีที่แล้ว +7

      The RB-75 were amazingly. I refer to them as mini RF7’s

    • @tannerevans2584
      @tannerevans2584 ปีที่แล้ว

      The closest thing to that I believe is The Nines with the crazy 8" drivers.

  • @pjayl0can0
    @pjayl0can0 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    How do you compare the RF7-iii vs Arendal 1723 sir? Trying to upgrade my home theater between these 2 brands. Love to watch movies and listen to all kind of music. Please advise and thanks in advance!!!!

  • @Snskch3
    @Snskch3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I bought my rf 7s new as b stock for like 1200 back when they would go for 1800 new. I cannot find a flaw on them. Really great speakers. Very happy

    • @rindershow212
      @rindershow212 ปีที่แล้ว

      Got mine for same price as well😁

    • @yournightmare9999
      @yournightmare9999 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Got my set towers and center brand new for $4500

    • @rindershow212
      @rindershow212 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@yournightmare9999 yea, you paid a lot.

    • @yournightmare9999
      @yournightmare9999 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@rindershow212 you know b stock look wors and not match exterior looks and now for RF7III and RC64 III New one you have to pay $6227+tax +/- $500 shipping

    • @chriss881000
      @chriss881000 ปีที่แล้ว

      ​@@rindershow212the rf7 alone cost 6700$ here

  • @maxpower78-15
    @maxpower78-15 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Rf7 III are great. I feel like they needed some break in time. But i love em

  • @thirdstringallpro6264
    @thirdstringallpro6264 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I’m pretty happy with my rp-280 fa towers. I have rp-504c as well. They’re also my 1st set of tower speakers so my journey is fresh. I’m converting my den into a theater room. It’s a 10x10 room, but was a 4th bedroom option so there’s a cut out where the closet would have been. Gives an extra 2 ft of depth for most of the room. So it’s almost 12x10. I figure I’ll line my couch up just in front of the cut out space and put my surrounds, rp-160m, behind my couch. And my subs, right now I’m running 1 pb-2000 pro and will be adding another one at some point, will be right behind my couch as well to maximize the small space I have.

  • @bkrhino1
    @bkrhino1 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I owned the RP-280F’s and now the RF-7iii’s. The RF-7iii’s are really nice especially when powered with the Parasound A-52+.

    • @Youthman
      @Youthman  ปีที่แล้ว

      Significant upgrade for sure. Congrats

  • @jaylenyoung5108
    @jaylenyoung5108 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Just got the 8060fa what receiver should I run with them

  • @romynovanda5974
    @romynovanda5974 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    i have rf7 iii, i love them, these are monster especially for black / death metal music 👍👍

  • @PhilShenton
    @PhilShenton ปีที่แล้ว

    I have the RF7s in my man cave and they are fantastic. I couldn't think how anything could be better. I have the biamped through my Marantz pre-amp and Onkyo 9 channel amp.

  • @danemoreno88
    @danemoreno88 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I’ll eventually upgrade my front stage to the rf7 and rc64

    • @voiceofreason9238
      @voiceofreason9238 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'm a huge fan of the RC-64. That's because I like to start with the best center speaker I can afford and then build outwards.

    • @danemoreno88
      @danemoreno88 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@voiceofreason9238i just hope the difference is worth the price as a rc64 is 1800 vs the 525 I paid for my rp504cii

    • @laspaceboy
      @laspaceboy ปีที่แล้ว

      @@danemoreno88 I picked up my RC-64 from Offer Up. Beautiful condition for $700

    • @danemoreno88
      @danemoreno88 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@laspaceboy wow wish I could find that in my area found a b stock rc64iii for 850 but it’s a cherry color I want ebony

  • @mukeshgoyal1155
    @mukeshgoyal1155 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Klipsch rf7iii or focal aria evo x which one is better for dedicated home theatre

  • @keepingupwiththejones2933
    @keepingupwiththejones2933 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Those are some beautiful speakers. Love all the footage you shot. You really showcased them

    • @Youthman
      @Youthman  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks Tristan. Figure most people have never seen them side by side so while I have them, might as well.

  • @danielwander605
    @danielwander605 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have assumed that the issues they cleaned up with the RP II series also exist in the RF-7’s, so I’ve expected them to release a RF-7 IV. I guess I still do, so would love to see that happen. I imagine an updated version would be killer.

    • @chriss881000
      @chriss881000 ปีที่แล้ว

      Maybe they will clean the rf7 to much up like the 8000f in the bass, 8000f mk2 is not a klipsch anymore

  • @samdeur
    @samdeur 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thanks for the very helpful overview. i would love to make a living room AV setup using the RP-8060FA. Can you recommend a good as strong as it can get Center Speaker so i don't have to struggle hearing speech like i do now with my mordount short Genie set. few years ago i replaced the woofer with a Mordount Short Alumni 240w model. it's still working so perhaps i don't need to replace it but it seems under powered compared to the 1200 or 1400w or even 1600w woofers on the Klipsch site.. And finally a question that's bin lingering in my mind for a while now can one use a RP-8060FA for the rear as well as front or does that suffer because of the couch being in front of it.. Thanks for your help greetings from The Netherlands

  • @SgtKeffer
    @SgtKeffer ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video just subscribed, need your help I just got some RF-7s and an RC64 for my birthday. What receivers/processors do you recommend and amps? Had Onkyo before with Klipsch RP way to bright.

    • @Youthman
      @Youthman  ปีที่แล้ว

      Congrats! I have enjoyed both Denon and Marantz with many Klipsch systems.

    • @jeffcarbello9115
      @jeffcarbello9115 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I have had nice success with Klipsch legacy lines with Pioneer and Denon.

  • @williamsinger4124
    @williamsinger4124 ปีที่แล้ว

    I figure you might be the one to ask, so I will. I have just a simple 2 channel receiver and a pair of Dayton audio 652 air towers in my man cave. I do want a pair of klipsch towers, nothing fancy just a basic set. Which ones should I look into? There are so many flavors that it's mind bottling lol. Thank you in advance

  • @beldzhan.shakiroff
    @beldzhan.shakiroff 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hi guys whats the best way to connect these (wire)?

    • @Youthman
      @Youthman  9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      There isn't a best way. You can use bare wire. I prerfer banana plugs, simply for convenience since I'm often swapping out speakers, AVR's etc to review.

  • @mk1mcqueen277
    @mk1mcqueen277 ปีที่แล้ว

    God bless yuthman and thanks for this amazing video.
    A quick question does the atmos really sound good on does speakers can you hear the sound ?

    • @Youthman
      @Youthman  ปีที่แล้ว

      Great question. I did an experiment a few years ago with my son and daughter n law using the original Reference Premiere RP-8060FA speakers - th-cam.com/video/7GMjnazQ81E/w-d-xo.html

    • @Youthman
      @Youthman  ปีที่แล้ว

      I still recommend in-ceiling or height speakers on wall over upfiring but they can certainly work and can be convincing in the right setup

  • @williamvancott
    @williamvancott ปีที่แล้ว

    I currently own the RF83 and RC1 had them for 17 years is there much difference upgrading to RF111 and RC111 do you think it would be worth it?

    • @Youthman
      @Youthman  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      How to owned the RF-83 for many years. It uses a smaller compression driver and has a MUCH different sound signature than most Klipsch speakers. Definitely the most laid back sounding Klipsch speaker I have ever owned. I do prefer the additional detail from the RF7 III

  • @pittss2c601
    @pittss2c601 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Dang, that's a big TV. I absolutely love my cherry RF7III's. They rock for music and movies. I think they are huge step up from the early versions. They are super easy to move with a dolly. Scoop them up and go.

    • @Youthman
      @Youthman  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks it’s 85” HiSense U7H.

  • @mikev9408
    @mikev9408 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Get a tonewinner 7 channel amp for review.

  • @joeblough3082
    @joeblough3082 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi Youthman. About 4 years ago you posted a sound demo of the 8060-FA and they sounded phenomenal. In that video you mentioned that you would do a sound test comparison to the FR-7iii but I couldn't find it. Are you still planning to do one?

    • @Youthman
      @Youthman  ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi Joe, I might be able to do that.

    • @joeblough3082
      @joeblough3082 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Youthman Thanks for the quick reply, I know you must be very busy with so many projects and videos. For 2 channel listening is there any audible difference between the RP-8060FA ii and the R8000F ?

    • @Youthman
      @Youthman  ปีที่แล้ว

      Let me clarify, I do not have the original version into compare them directly. I thought you were asking if I could compare the current model RF-8060FA II to RF7 III.

    • @joeblough3082
      @joeblough3082 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Youthman Sorry for not being clear. My first question was about a sound comparison of the RP8060-FA to the FR-7 iii. My second question was if there is an audible difference between the 8060FA in 2 channel listening (with the Dolby Atmos section turned off) and the RP-8000F ii

    • @Youthman
      @Youthman  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for clarifying, in that case I won’t be able to provide that. I no longer have the original version so I can’t compare the first version to the second version. The RF7 IIII is a much better speaker than the original 8060FA due to the massive 1.75” compression driver, plus the harder hitting bass from the dual 10’s and larger cabinet.

  • @edgarcabrera7230
    @edgarcabrera7230 ปีที่แล้ว

    I’ve been following you for about a year and a half now on and off. I’m following you ALOT more on now than off. I have a small theater room here in Orlando. What’s the smallest theater room you’ve seen or reviewed?
    Mr. Ed

    • @Youthman
      @Youthman  ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi Edgar, the smallest Home Theater was in a 12’ x 12’ bedroom - th-cam.com/video/gwz0pw6pR40/w-d-xo.html

  • @jorgejovel5313
    @jorgejovel5313 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nothing like getting off work and the first thing I see on my phone is a recommendation video on TH-cam, by none other than the man himself. BTW, I got the rp8000s iis . They blend in really well with my svs sb4000 subs. Now I'm in the market for another sub should I go down the rabbit hole and go for sb16 ultra or sb4000 ?

    • @Youthman
      @Youthman  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks Jorge. A lot depends on the size of your room, how much bass you like.

    • @jorgejovel5313
      @jorgejovel5313 ปีที่แล้ว

      My rooms a garage about 20x 22 feet I'm guessing about 3000cubicfeet, and I like my bass to with some slam, unfortunately I can't go the pbs16 ultras because of there size ,and I like the sealed versions just a tad bit more, plus they are easier to move around. FYI I'm going to be using the next sub as a near field sub. Thank u for taking your time to reply.

  • @johnricci3428
    @johnricci3428 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I own the original RF-7s from 03 and will never part with them. they were the last speakers my dad bought before he passed in 04. I have the RF-7/RC-7/RS-7s and the RSW-12 driven by Arcam.

    • @Youthman
      @Youthman  ปีที่แล้ว

      Do you have an incredible system John and the fact that the RF7’s were your fathers makes them even more special.

  • @LifeofBliss
    @LifeofBliss ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love me some orange speakers... great video bud

    • @Youthman
      @Youthman  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks brother. Klipsch is offended. They are actually Copper.

    • @LifeofBliss
      @LifeofBliss ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Youthman 😂

  • @voiceofreason9238
    @voiceofreason9238 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I imagine a lot of people were wondering the same thing about this comparison. Well done!

  • @sg-fx3fv
    @sg-fx3fv 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    thank you!

  • @EndOfThings77
    @EndOfThings77 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    There is a youtube by " Danny Ritchie " who is saying that the crossovers on the Klipsch Rf-7iii is cheap that you really have to replace because there is a " hole " in the sound spectrum. So you spend $4k for a pair of the RF-7iii plus spend another $1k for a new, better crossover not counting shipping, handling, and insurance for Danny Ritchie's service. One is better served to just buy a better set of speakers.

    • @Youthman
      @Youthman  7 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      Keep in mind he’s selling his product. If he can’t find anything “wrong “with the speaker then he doesn’t have a product to sell. so there’s a vested interest for him to claim a speaker is “wrong “and he has a “fix “

    • @JohnSeitz
      @JohnSeitz 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@Youthman100% correct. Save your money… I feel Klipsch knows best.

    • @EndOfThings77
      @EndOfThings77 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @youthman...thank you, I needed that.👍

  • @michaeldelorenzo6827
    @michaeldelorenzo6827 ปีที่แล้ว

    i will keep my Klipschorns la scala's and heresy hi-sm's..
    have a 3 channel stereo array Klipschorns with a center la scala with the heresy hi-sm's holding up the rear..
    And find a sub that can keep up

  • @hartsickdisciple
    @hartsickdisciple 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    RF-7 III is in a different class, and is priced accordingly. They're also in a price class ($4000+/pair) where they compete with some other speakers that offer much better value. Tekton Pendragon for $2300/pair is a legitimate competitor, and maybe a better speaker overall. I can see choosing the RF-7 III over the Pendragon if money is no object and you want the Klipsch look, but they're not better speakers.

    • @Youthman
      @Youthman  7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      We all have different opinions on what are “better”. Nothing wrong with that.

    • @hartsickdisciple
      @hartsickdisciple 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@Youthman True. I define "better" as the speaker sounds more like live music.

    • @Youthman
      @Youthman  7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Nothing wrong with that, but that’s even subjective in itself.

  • @godhand6510
    @godhand6510 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have 2 RP-280FA's and 2 RP-8060FA's.

  • @kikkauazza
    @kikkauazza 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I’d choose Martin Logan panels

  • @michaelburton5198
    @michaelburton5198 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey Michael What's Going On??? ( I Actually Learned Alot From U And Techno Dad Over The Many Years Big Time!) I'm Kidda Confused These Days When It Comes To Home Theater 🎥 Speakers 🔊??? I Know U Used To Have Klipsch Far As Your Main Setups ( Don't See Them As Such Anymore????) And Thought U Just Disowned Them Totally, But 👀 This Video, Let's Me Know Their Still To Be Recognized Even In These Days Of Other Super Power Speakers?????? Are They ( Klipsch Speakers 🔊) Still One Of The Top Speaker Sets For One's HOME THEATER 🎥 🤔 SET UP?????

    • @Youthman
      @Youthman  ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Hi Michael, I have owned over 50 pair of Klipsch speakers, and still enjoy their sound and many of their products.
      I rocked my 40 year old Klipsch LaScalas as my LCR in the theater room for 7 years until I upgraded to a JTR front soundstage and subs.
      I’m not a huge fan of Klipsch’s entry level Reference line but definitely enjoy their Reference Premiere, RF7 and Heritage speakers.

    • @michaelburton5198
      @michaelburton5198 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Youthman , Hey Thanks Michael For Responding!!!! I Love Hearing From U Guy's , Cause Like I Said Before Ya, Definitely Taught Me Alot Over The Years, And Yes I APPRECIATE U MAN AND YOUR PRODUCT KNOWLEDGE!! THANKS MICHAEL, AND STAY BLESSED 🙌!

    • @Youthman
      @Youthman  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you kindly. Enjoy your weekend.

  • @TrevorSachko
    @TrevorSachko ปีที่แล้ว

    Neither. I would choose something far superior...

    • @Youthman
      @Youthman  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You do you

  • @myplacerighthear3691
    @myplacerighthear3691 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    One thought here is that usually if he wants something really massive like the rf7 or the RP 8660 f a.. or some other be patient and watch the prices eventually they'll become so affordable.. for me I have a household full of RP 8000 f mark 2.. erp as well as the RP 600m Mark II in the fulfill that ultimate 24.6. 8 sound system that fills the whole house.. it's like having headphones without having to wear them..😊😊😊

  • @WardoUSA
    @WardoUSA ปีที่แล้ว

    Waveguides look quite a bit more advanced on the III’s compared to older models