Dear Mike, thank you for your story. A video with a lot of soul. Your 2nd song is one of my favorite songs (reminds me of my mom). Your video made me happy haha! Planning on getting them as well and I make sure that the first song on them is "Here comes the sun" ;-) All the best, Glenn from Germany
Great video. I really enjoyed the story behind the story. The part about how you decided on these speakers is awesome. Hope you really enjoy these speakers.
Mike, hope all is well. Your video prompted me to do research into Klipsch speakers. 4 years after my original post, proud owner of RF-7III. No matter what type of music or movie, these speakers sound awesome to my ears. Clear. Powerful and detailed. Fantastic speakers. Thank you
That was a wonderfully-made and produced video. It was very enjoyable to watch, and I even felt the "surge" of anticipation waiting for the music to play. I only have a "baby" pair of Klipsch bookshelf speakers, but in my dreams, I would now purchase the RF7-II's! (If only the wife would agree!)
Mike , i send a big hug , loved your vid after many years , you worked so hard amig so you earn it , im retiring no , 2023 and waiting my set of Klipsch f 300 , gret first songs specially Come together.
These speakers are monsters. When I first saw the size compared to the rf42 I couldn't believe how big they were. The stock photo doesnt do them justice. I wish I could hear some.... Maybe even buy a pair. Congrats!
Mine are coming tomorrow, I'm in the UK and we're not blessed enough to have Klipsch retailers.......so I imported :D Thank you for the great video, thoroughly enjoyed
Amazing video, speakers , color and music . Soon I want to have the pleasure of buying the Klipsch RF 7 II , and listen to my digital files FLAC and DSD . Today I have the Klipsch RF 82 II .
And they even get better hour after hour of burning in.... I think moving the speakers in the right angle and a serious amp config will show the real potential.
I watched your video on my PC that is equipped with Klipsch Promedia 5.1's (they are 10 years old but still the best speakers on PC in my opinion). Even through TH-cam's shoddy quality your speakers still sounded great :) I'd like to hear them in person!
I have the cheapest oldest Klipsch pro media computer speakers with the sub and they are still pumping away. Still sound great and enough bass to shake things off the wall.
Nicely done video and great choice of first demo songs for us viewers. I am just getting into home theater and don't have an amp to even drive these with. I don't think my present desktop amp (Audio Engine N22) for my bookshelf computer speakers will adequately drive these. But no worries there because 4 days after their arrival (via 2 day air shipping) to me on the North Dakota prairie, I still have no time or energy to open these and set them up.
+Flores 828 An Onkyo 8050 receiver (only 80 watts, but plenty of power), Sony CD changer, and a PC streaming the usual sources into the receiver. Sounds terrific.
Nice video..thanks..Just picked the RP 280 5.1 kit.. 2 thoughts that came to my mind.. 1) a carpet instead of plain tiles on the floor might help with better acoustics and 2) you need to align the decks mate.. :)
Great question - thanks. From sewelldirect.com/learning-center/bi-wire-and-bi-amp: [Since both sets of cables connect to the same ports on the amplifier, many people argue that there is no benefit to this kind of setup and that it is a waste of money. However, many audio enthusiasts feel that bi-wiring good speakers can make a subtle improvement to middle range sound.] These speakers sound so great, I've always been content to just trust Klipsch and their crossover choice - occasionally tweaking the EQ. I spend my time and effort on finding new (and old) music to listen to; that, among other things, is how I spend my time. But if rewiring speaker connections makes some people happy, I'm all for it. If there is an appreciable difference, with these particular speakers, I want to know about it. Thanks again.
mikeavguy......This is a fantastic video. I'm searching for new speakers and you've made me interested in the RF-7ii 's. I've done a lot of research but have not been able to audition them. I was able to audition the RP-280F which I like. Some people have said Klipsch speakers have a certain brightness or harshness in the highs. Do you find the 7ii fatiguing?
what AMP do you use? IF i am correct they are 250W each. i have the RF-600 at 125W each, i use HK 3490, which gives out 100w per channel. i Beleive it is underpowered.
Excellent review. Would be interested to know how you decided on the klipsh and what all did you consider. Did you consider other speakers? Like ascend acoustics Sierra tower or the Salk song tower around the same price?, I was also looking to buy rf7's but based on what I am reading and from the listening I have done looks the ascends and Salk compare to 5x their cost speaker like b&w 800 series. I am kind for convinced though I have not made a direct comparison with the rf7's I think I am getting the ascend.
+creativeganesh Thanks for watching - great comment. I did consider/demo many speakers, and I couldn't beat the Klipsch RF7-II price-wise. Pricing the Ascends and the Salks, the Klipsch's still came in substantially lower. Good luck with your purchase - when you get them set up, make a quick demo/review video, and please send me the link. Thanks again!
+Mitt Zombie Yes, actually, I had Neil's Speaker Repair (linked below) refoam the woofers. He did a great job, and it was a big decision to replace them with the RF7-IIs, about 10 years later.
Wow very nice video! Almost PBS Documentary like! Love the speakers they are beautiful and look very well put together! I hope you are still enjoying them! I hope to try a pair of Klipsch myself someday. The modern designs are nice and they sound is loved by many. I don't know if you will read this but what components did you have? Couldn't tell from the video but I was wondering what amp you were using to drive the Klipsch.
Thanks for the nice review. They're better than ever; powered by an Onkyo 8050 receiver/80w per channel. Some might say that's underpowered, but they sound phenomenal. One of the best investments I ever made.
Wow nice receiver but surprised it has enough power to drive your speakers. Glad you are still enjoying them! If you have time would love to see a 2 year update video. Just curious to hear more detailed thoughts on your experience thus far. Either way thanks again for your review!
After almost two years of use, how are they holding up? I'm in the market for some Klipsch towers, but those woofers look way too big for my needs. I already have a Klipsch subwoofer. I was looking at the RF-82 IIs
They're holding up great -- they seem to be getting BETTER, believe it or not. I've demo'd top of the line Bowers and Wilkins($16k each) and Wharfdales ($2400 each), and... I like the RF7-II's better. The RF-82's need a subwoofer, so I'm sure you'll have a great system if you put that together.
+Taco Conch I just passed your comment on to her; she laughed and said, "no I love them!" We joke about my devotion to them. She calls them "the Twins." Fortunately, she's never gotten too jealous.
Now these are THE speakers, the first song I would've played on them would be Bonzo's Montreux, nonetheless, I'm extremely jealous but I'll get over it! congrats! wait a minute...are you just like me you don't like surround sound or you have a pair of bookshelf speakers in the back?
Great question -- I don't really know. They sounded great out of the box , but they definitely sound even better now, 2 years later. It was a slow, gradual, break-in/burn-in process, I guess. They still amaze me.
Sweet set-up! I’ve always thought a good pair of stereo speakers is just as good as any surround. One question… What kind of amp do you have driving them? How much power do they need? I have a pretty large room… But I think two truly good speakers that can handle the volume would cut it. Nice choice of music to start with… You can’t go wrong with the Beatles.
Thank you - powered by my Onkyo 8050/80w per channel receiver. Plenty of power, believe it or not. Excellent fidelity. Check out my latest demo video with much better microphones: th-cam.com/video/5eDsDkiQS0g/w-d-xo.html
mikeavguy Ahhh. I watched the other video. Very cool. I like the touch of the Guinness beer and the Beatles pint. I listened to it using Bluetooth on my Bose wave. The bass, mids and treble were clear. Sounds great! It’s so happens I have the Onkyo TX - SR 674. 7.1 95 watts per channel. But I like the idea of a true 2 ch stereo receiver. I have a Klipsch surround system connected to it right now but my sub woofer is shot. Plus I really never use it for movies.... 95% music. Also those particular speakers are on sale right now. Got me thinking!!! I was a teenager in the 70s… I like the retro look. Plus Paul McCartney just played a 3 hour show here at the Carrier Dome in September...I’m still pumped over it. Great shots of the UK by the way. Thanks.
Could also get the Cornwall 3 for a touch more money. Better midrange. The Heresys would be less money but they don;t have a ton of bass by themselves.
+Mitt Zombie I haven't heard the Cornwalls in many years (they're hard to find and demo). I did recently listen to the Heresy's a relative owns -- they sound awesome -- but I missed the fullness of the RF7-IIs. I have that experience with a lot of speakers: they sound terrific, pleasing, and expensive - but they lack the realism of the RF7-IIs. It's a strange phenomenon, knowing that you may own the best speakers ever made...
Great video! Enjoy your speakers! I would like your opinion on whether my pioneer receiver SC-LX75 (European model, 140watts per channel at 8 ohms), will be able to adequately power these speakers. I am thinking of buying them! Thank you.
0101001101010 I don't know if the RF7-II responds the same way my earlier version RF-7 speakers do, but while I've noticed you don't need much total power, having an amp with a strong power supply and plenty of extra capacity helps keep up with the transient response needed. I started with an old Pioneer AV receiver and it sounded good, but when I upgraded amps (Outlaw Audio ), I noticed the sound became much more relaxed. It's hard to describe. Watt ratings don't tell the whole story.
+Joseph Jove Do you think this amp should suffice for these speakers ? www.amazon.com/Emotiva-Mini-x-100-Stereo-Amplifier/product-reviews/B008O37FOE/ref=cm_cr_dp_see_all_btm?ie=UTF8&showViewpoints=1&sortBy=bySubmissionDateDescending It's rated at 50w / pc at 8 Ohms
Think you should lay down a carpet in front of these beautiful speakers because I can hear echo from the recording also you have a tile floor. Love the speakers.
+Kalsang Dorjee Thank you for your observation. The reason you hear "echo" is because I placed the camcorder, with the built-in mic, too far out from the speakers (my mistake). The room isn't that "bright," actually. Here's a shorter demo, where I used a professional mic, placed near the speakers, for a much more accurate audio sampling: th-cam.com/video/tAbYEY9bO-4/w-d-xo.html
The one mistake made here was destroying the boxes. Big mistake. Boxes should always be stored for future use. You never if/when you will want/need to transport the speakers, and the best thing to transport them in are the boxes that they came in. Now...if you plan to NEVER EVER move out of the house you're living in now, and NEVER EVER have to ship them anywhere for repairs, then fine...get rid of the boxes.
+phantasm1004 - Thanks for your comment. You'll be happy to know I meet all your criteria! I do agree that the best way to transport the speakers is in their original boxes; however, 1) I don't plan on moving, ever. 2) There's a local speaker repair guy who does some of the best work in the USA (nealspeakerrepair.com/) and I can just take the speakers to him via my mini-cargo van. Assuming, of course, my mini-cargo van is still running in 20 years when the speakers may need repair... 3) Lastly, did you see the size of those boxes?! Together, they take up the space of a Prius. Also, the box-system provided by Klipsch requires the 4 Styrofoam sections per box, to suspend the speakers within the box. That's too much to store, even for the AVguy! Thanks again.
I have tried to keep boxes but the RF7 II boxes were just too big to hang on to. I have some of my boxes but they are a PIA. Out of all the electronics and speakers I own the RF7 IIs are the ones that will stay with me.
Congrats on these beauties :-) A tip....buy a nice carpet to put on the floor infront of the speakers and/or under the coffeetable and the sound will be even better. Those granite floors do nothing good to the sound :-(
+kgbcorvette Thanks for your comment -- the floor is tile, not granite, but I get your point. However, you probably can't see it in the video, but the room is pretty well dampened with an area rug, furniture, etc. -- so I gotta say, the speakers sound fantastic. Every type of music comes alive, and becomes an "event" if I crank it loud enough. One of the best purchases I ever made. Thanks again for your input.
Excuse me sir but please change the speakerwires. The one now are to thin and will not do the job right. Future more Damn these are f.........g great. I wish you al the best with the r7
Google "speaker cable myths" and you'll find lots of scientific information about speaker cable and connectors like this: [It’s true that for long runs, thicker wires are better at reducing the effects of resistance. But for most set ups (those with speakers within 100 ft of the amplifier), 16-gauge lamp cord is fine. For speakers 100 to 200 ft. from the amp, experts suggest use 14 gauge. And from 200 to 400 ft., they recommend 12-gauge wires. Using extremely thick wire for short runs yields virtually no audible benefit, at least none most people can hear.]
I agree; that demo sound wasn't very accurate. My latest demo used stereo Shure SM-58 mics, and it turned out pretty good. They actually sound much closer to how I think they really sound: th-cam.com/video/5eDsDkiQS0g/w-d-xo.html
nice speakers sound very good, but one big mistake on this video i saw cheap speaker cable and one more mistake no connector, poor connection. if you pay a lot of money for speakers dam get some good speakers cable with nice connector!! anyway good luck!
+victor feliciano Thanks for your input, Victor (and maybe a thumbs down?), and I hate to break it to you, but you're dead wrong. Google "speaker cable myths" and you'll find lots of scientific information about speaker cable and connectors like this: [It’s true that for long runs, thicker wires are better at reducing the effects of resistance. But for most set ups (those with speakers within 100 ft of the amplifier), 16-gauge lamp cord is fine. For speakers 100 to 200 ft. from the amp, experts suggest use 14 gauge. And from 200 to 400 ft., they recommend 12-gauge wires. Using extremely thick wire for short runs yields virtually no audible benefit, at least none most people can hear.] Victor, my setup sounds GREAT. They don't call me the "AVguy" for nothing!
+victor feliciano Thanks, Victor, I appreciate your comment. When it comes to connectors, like banana plugs: they are primarily for convenience with connecting/disconnecting speakers - not sound quality. Since my speakers aren't moving any time soon, banana plugs would be a waste of time and money. Thanks for watching my video, and contributing to the discussion.
Thanks, that's a great suggestion - I like trance, house, ambient, etc. I'm planning on doing a "sampler" video with many different types of music going through the Klipsch RF7-II's. Stay tuned.
Dear Franimal - Thank you for your advice and unfiltered commentary, however: 1) I don't plan on moving. 2) I can always buy new protective covering, boxes, bubblewrap, etc. 3) Those boxes were HUGE. It would be like keeping the box your refrigerator came in.
Beatles were a "boy band?" That's outrageous, Porkchop Papi!! Although you may be technically correct, I've Got a Feeling you may not understand the cultural meaning of "boy band."
mikeavguy.......Great video. What are your room dimensions? Considering getting these or the new RF-7iii as part of home theater package. My room is 13x 22x7.5. Do you find them to be too much for your room?
Thanks for your comment and question. It's a big room, about 14x28', with a 16' (at peak) high cathedral ceiling. The speakers seem to be made for the room. With the right recording, at the right volume, if you close your eyes, it sounds like the musicians are in the room.
I hear you loud and clear, Mr. Berry. However, the dust in my house is hard enough to manage -- I don't need another surface to clean, and I know myself -- I would obsess over keeping them dust-free. Out of sight, out of mind...
lovely video... very touching and you said you have been waiting for 37 years almost made me cry. Great choice!
Dear Mike,
thank you for your story.
A video with a lot of soul.
Your 2nd song is one of my favorite songs (reminds me of my mom). Your video made me happy haha!
Planning on getting them as well and I make sure that the first song on them is "Here comes the sun" ;-)
All the best,
Glenn from Germany
Great video. I really enjoyed the story behind the story. The part about how you decided on these speakers is awesome. Hope you really enjoy these speakers.
Mike, hope all is well. Your video prompted me to do research into Klipsch speakers. 4 years after my original post, proud owner of RF-7III. No matter what type of music or movie, these speakers sound awesome to my ears. Clear. Powerful and detailed. Fantastic speakers. Thank you
Great comment - glad you made the investment! Should last you a lifetime.
That was a wonderfully-made and produced video. It was very enjoyable to watch, and I even felt the "surge" of anticipation waiting for the music to play. I only have a "baby" pair of Klipsch bookshelf speakers, but in my dreams, I would now purchase the RF7-II's! (If only the wife would agree!)
Mike , i send a big hug , loved your vid after many years , you worked so hard amig so you earn it , im retiring no , 2023 and waiting my set of Klipsch f 300 , gret first songs specially Come together.
Best of luck!
Nice video my Klipsch brother! I couldn't agree more about the RF7II's. They simply rock.
Best speakers I know plus you played two of my top 5 albums of all times. Like it :)
Thanks for sharing Mike . Glad you finally got your dream speakers . I'd love to have a pair of the RF7iii one day myself
Enjoy your speakers my friend. May you have many years of listening enjoyment.
These speakers are monsters. When I first saw the size compared to the rf42 I couldn't believe how big they were. The stock photo doesnt do them justice. I wish I could hear some.... Maybe even buy a pair. Congrats!
Impressive.... was surprised to hear your choice of first song. Nice.
Mine are coming tomorrow, I'm in the UK and we're not blessed enough to have Klipsch retailers.......so I imported :D
Thank you for the great video, thoroughly enjoyed
Listening to these on RF7's. Sound great!
Amazing video, speakers , color and music . Soon I want to have the pleasure of buying the Klipsch RF 7 II , and listen to my digital files FLAC and DSD . Today I have the Klipsch RF 82 II .
I love the RF7-II's, nicely done sir.
Very nice my RF3's are still rocking at 15 years old
And they even get better hour after hour of burning in.... I think moving the speakers in the right angle and a serious amp config will show the real potential.
Beautiful speakers!! Thanks for sharing. Enjoy!!
Should have kept the boxes in case you ever decided to sell them or if you moved.
I watched your video on my PC that is equipped with Klipsch Promedia 5.1's (they are 10 years old but still the best speakers on PC in my opinion). Even through TH-cam's shoddy quality your speakers still sounded great :) I'd like to hear them in person!
I have the cheapest oldest Klipsch pro media computer speakers with the sub and they are still pumping away. Still sound great and enough bass to shake things off the wall.
Reminds me of when I got my RF-7 speakers several years ago - especially the very gingerly "wrestling" those behemoths into position. Enjoy!
Nicely done video and great choice of first demo songs for us viewers. I am just getting into home theater and don't have an amp to even drive these with. I don't think my present desktop amp (Audio Engine N22) for my bookshelf computer speakers will adequately drive these. But no worries there because 4 days after their arrival (via 2 day air shipping) to me on the North Dakota prairie, I still have no time or energy to open these and set them up.
gorgeous speakers saving up for them now thinking about pairing them with a pioneer elite receiver
+Brandon Benentt i bought these and a pioneer elite sc 91 sound amazing
Great buy I will be making a purchase soon will upload vid cant wait lol
+Brandon Benentt - I look forward to seeing your video - thanks for your comments. Enjoy the best speakers for the $ in the world.
+mikeavguy Mike what else you have on your system besides the rf7ii
+Flores 828 An Onkyo 8050 receiver (only 80 watts, but plenty of power), Sony CD changer, and a PC streaming the usual sources into the receiver. Sounds terrific.
ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL
wow don't they have an magnetically attachment for the grills? and would look way nicer with the grills whole way down.
awesome purchase. I plan on getting these with a Sufire sub
You don't really need a sub; but if you do, I'm sure it will sound fantastic. Don't wait -- life is short!
What a wonderful video
Thank you
I am considering these speakers
i love this video! thanks for making it. beautyfull speakers
Cool detail sounds
Great video, amazing speakers!
Very outstanding speakers beautiful I know that they sound as beautiful and as they look very good my man enjoy them
fun to watch . loved . Healthy life my friend.
Glad you enjoyed it - thanks!
I'm thinking about getting a new set of speakers. I was thinking about a pair of RF-82s, but seeing these... :D
Nice video..thanks..Just picked the RP 280 5.1 kit..
2 thoughts that came to my mind.. 1) a carpet instead of plain tiles on the floor might help with better acoustics and 2) you need to align the decks mate.. :)
Why did you not BI - amp them when they are abel to??
Great question - thanks. From sewelldirect.com/learning-center/bi-wire-and-bi-amp: [Since both sets of cables connect to the same ports on the amplifier, many people argue that there is no benefit to this kind of setup and that it is a waste of money. However, many audio enthusiasts feel that bi-wiring good speakers can make a subtle improvement to middle range sound.] These speakers sound so great, I've always been content to just trust Klipsch and their crossover choice - occasionally tweaking the EQ. I spend my time and effort on finding new (and old) music to listen to; that, among other things, is how I spend my time. But if rewiring speaker connections makes some people happy, I'm all for it. If there is an appreciable difference, with these particular speakers, I want to know about it. Thanks again.
mikeavguy......This is a fantastic video. I'm searching for new speakers and you've made me interested in the RF-7ii 's. I've done a lot of research but have not been able to audition them. I was able to audition the RP-280F which I like. Some people have said Klipsch speakers have a certain brightness or harshness in the highs. Do you find the 7ii fatiguing?
what AMP do you use? IF i am correct they are 250W each. i have the RF-600 at 125W each, i use HK 3490, which gives out 100w per channel. i Beleive it is underpowered.
Excellent review. Would be interested to know how you decided on the klipsh and what all did you consider.
Did you consider other speakers? Like ascend acoustics Sierra tower or the Salk song tower around the same price?, I was also looking to buy rf7's but based on what I am reading and from the listening I have done looks the ascends and Salk compare to 5x their cost speaker like b&w 800 series. I am kind for convinced though I have not made a direct comparison with the rf7's I think I am getting the ascend.
+creativeganesh Thanks for watching - great comment. I did consider/demo many speakers, and I couldn't beat the Klipsch RF7-II price-wise. Pricing the Ascends and the Salks, the Klipsch's still came in substantially lower. Good luck with your purchase - when you get them set up, make a quick demo/review video, and please send me the link. Thanks again!
Remember, he was replacing speakers he had for 37 years. Why would he not want to stay loyal to his brand?
nice loved the first song ,good sound
You got your moneys worth out of those RTRs. Did you ever refoam the woofer and change the capacitors?
+Mitt Zombie Yes, actually, I had Neil's Speaker Repair (linked below) refoam the woofers. He did a great job, and it was a big decision to replace them with the RF7-IIs, about 10 years later.
Wow!! Beautiful!!
Wow very nice video! Almost PBS Documentary like!
Love the speakers they are beautiful and look very well put together! I hope you are still enjoying them!
I hope to try a pair of Klipsch myself someday. The modern designs are nice and they sound is loved by many.
I don't know if you will read this but what components did you have? Couldn't tell from the video but I was wondering what amp you were using to drive the Klipsch.
Thanks for the nice review. They're better than ever; powered by an Onkyo 8050 receiver/80w per channel. Some might say that's underpowered, but they sound phenomenal. One of the best investments I ever made.
Wow nice receiver but surprised it has enough power to drive your speakers. Glad you are still enjoying them!
If you have time would love to see a 2 year update video. Just curious to hear more detailed thoughts on your experience thus far.
Either way thanks again for your review!
OK, I will, I promise. Thanks for the encouragement.
After almost two years of use, how are they holding up? I'm in the market for some Klipsch towers, but those woofers look way too big for my needs. I already have a Klipsch subwoofer. I was looking at the RF-82 IIs
They're holding up great -- they seem to be getting BETTER, believe it or not. I've demo'd top of the line Bowers and Wilkins($16k each) and Wharfdales ($2400 each), and... I like the RF7-II's better. The RF-82's need a subwoofer, so I'm sure you'll have a great system if you put that together.
The Twins so cool.
great video! thanks for sharing 👍
Those things are huge! The wife must hate them.
+Taco Conch I just passed your comment on to her; she laughed and said, "no I love them!" We joke about my devotion to them. She calls them "the Twins." Fortunately, she's never gotten too jealous.
When i win the lottery, these bad boys are on the list.
Beautiful speakers but is time to upgrade the speaker cables ...like Audioquest banana plugs ....you will here the difference
I hate to break it to you, Mr. Lobo, but my speaker cables are perfect. Please read this: machinedesign.com/blog/5-myths-about-speaker-wire
mikeavguy Nice...I will read this ... thanks
Where do you buy those
Now these are THE speakers, the first song I would've played on them would be Bonzo's Montreux, nonetheless, I'm extremely jealous but I'll get over it! congrats! wait a minute...are you just like me you don't like surround sound or you have a pair of bookshelf speakers in the back?
Very nice!!!
do they sound boomy against the wall like that ?
No complaints. They sound fantastic.
I have mine on order I can't wait. How long did you have to burn them in
Great question -- I don't really know. They sounded great out of the box , but they definitely sound even better now, 2 years later. It was a slow, gradual, break-in/burn-in process, I guess. They still amaze me.
They are great for wedding coupons.
Sweet set-up! I’ve always thought a good pair of stereo speakers is just as good as any surround. One question… What kind of amp do you have driving them? How much power do they need? I have a pretty large room… But I think two truly good speakers that can handle the volume would cut it. Nice choice of music to start with… You can’t go wrong with the Beatles.
Thank you - powered by my Onkyo 8050/80w per channel receiver. Plenty of power, believe it or not. Excellent fidelity. Check out my latest demo video with much better microphones: th-cam.com/video/5eDsDkiQS0g/w-d-xo.html
mikeavguy Ahhh. I watched the other video. Very cool. I like the touch of the Guinness beer and the Beatles pint. I listened to it using Bluetooth on my Bose wave. The bass, mids and treble were clear. Sounds great! It’s so happens I have the Onkyo TX - SR 674. 7.1 95 watts per channel. But I like the idea of a true 2 ch stereo receiver. I have a Klipsch surround system connected to it right now but my sub woofer is shot. Plus I really never use it for movies.... 95% music. Also those particular speakers are on sale right now. Got me thinking!!! I was a teenager in the 70s… I like the retro look. Plus Paul McCartney just played a 3 hour show here at the Carrier Dome in September...I’m still pumped over it. Great shots of the UK by the way. Thanks.
Very nice - thank you very much.
Could also get the Cornwall 3 for a touch more money. Better midrange. The Heresys would be less money but they don;t have a ton of bass by themselves.
+Mitt Zombie I haven't heard the Cornwalls in many years (they're hard to find and demo). I did recently listen to the Heresy's a relative owns -- they sound awesome -- but I missed the fullness of the RF7-IIs. I have that experience with a lot of speakers: they sound terrific, pleasing, and expensive - but they lack the realism of the RF7-IIs. It's a strange phenomenon, knowing that you may own the best speakers ever made...
Great video! Enjoy your speakers! I would like your opinion on whether my pioneer receiver SC-LX75 (European model, 140watts per channel at 8 ohms), will be able to adequately power these speakers. I am thinking of buying them! Thank you.
I'm sure they will sound great. I'm using an Onkyo 8050 80 watt receiver.
0101001101010 I don't know if the RF7-II responds the same way my earlier version RF-7 speakers do, but while I've noticed you don't need much total power, having an amp with a strong power supply and plenty of extra capacity helps keep up with the transient response needed. I started with an old Pioneer AV receiver and it sounded good, but when I upgraded amps (Outlaw Audio ), I noticed the sound became much more relaxed. It's hard to describe. Watt ratings don't tell the whole story.
+Joseph Jove Do you think this amp should suffice for these speakers ?
www.amazon.com/Emotiva-Mini-x-100-Stereo-Amplifier/product-reviews/B008O37FOE/ref=cm_cr_dp_see_all_btm?ie=UTF8&showViewpoints=1&sortBy=bySubmissionDateDescending
It's rated at 50w / pc at 8 Ohms
Think you should lay down a carpet in front of these beautiful speakers because I can hear echo from the recording also you have a tile floor. Love the speakers.
+Kalsang Dorjee Thank you for your observation. The reason you hear "echo" is because I placed the camcorder, with the built-in mic, too far out from the speakers (my mistake). The room isn't that "bright," actually. Here's a shorter demo, where I used a professional mic, placed near the speakers, for a much more accurate audio sampling: th-cam.com/video/tAbYEY9bO-4/w-d-xo.html
The one mistake made here was destroying the boxes. Big mistake. Boxes should always be stored for future use. You never if/when you will want/need to transport the speakers, and the best thing to transport them in are the boxes that they came in. Now...if you plan to NEVER EVER move out of the house you're living in now, and NEVER EVER have to ship them anywhere for repairs, then fine...get rid of the boxes.
+phantasm1004 - Thanks for your comment. You'll be happy to know I meet all your criteria! I do agree that the best way to transport the speakers is in their original boxes; however, 1) I don't plan on moving, ever. 2) There's a local speaker repair guy who does some of the best work in the USA (nealspeakerrepair.com/) and I can just take the speakers to him via my mini-cargo van. Assuming, of course, my mini-cargo van is still running in 20 years when the speakers may need repair... 3) Lastly, did you see the size of those boxes?! Together, they take up the space of a Prius. Also, the box-system provided by Klipsch requires the 4 Styrofoam sections per box, to suspend the speakers within the box. That's too much to store, even for the AVguy! Thanks again.
I have tried to keep boxes but the RF7 II boxes were just too big to hang on to. I have some of my boxes but they are a PIA. Out of all the electronics and speakers I own the RF7 IIs are the ones that will stay with me.
Congrats on these beauties :-) A tip....buy a nice carpet to put on the floor infront of the speakers and/or under the coffeetable and the sound will be even better. Those granite floors do nothing good to the sound :-(
+kgbcorvette Thanks for your comment -- the floor is tile, not granite, but I get your point. However, you probably can't see it in the video, but the room is pretty well dampened with an area rug, furniture, etc. -- so I gotta say, the speakers sound fantastic. Every type of music comes alive, and becomes an "event" if I crank it loud enough. One of the best purchases I ever made. Thanks again for your input.
Nice Video
i llove this more please
Am looking for someone selling klipsch rf 7 ii
Nice. You unbox things like me. Slow and careful. Just bought a set of Polk RTIA9s on sale. Heavy and big like yours.
vous êtes au courant qui a des trous dans les bornes des enceintes....les enroulé autour de la borne n'es pas forcement bon pour l'alimentation
Excuse me sir but please change the speakerwires. The one now are to thin and will not do the job right.
Future more Damn these are f.........g great. I wish you al the best with the r7
Google "speaker cable myths" and you'll find lots of scientific information about speaker cable and connectors like this: [It’s true that for long runs, thicker wires are better at reducing the effects of resistance. But for most set ups (those with speakers within 100 ft of the amplifier), 16-gauge lamp cord is fine. For speakers 100 to 200 ft. from the amp, experts suggest use 14 gauge. And from 200 to 400 ft., they recommend 12-gauge wires. Using extremely thick wire for short runs yields virtually no audible benefit, at least none most people can hear.]
Nice speakers , I have Allisons !
They sound a bit on the bright side.
I agree; that demo sound wasn't very accurate. My latest demo used stereo Shure SM-58 mics, and it turned out pretty good. They actually sound much closer to how I think they really sound: th-cam.com/video/5eDsDkiQS0g/w-d-xo.html
nice speakers sound very good, but one big mistake on this video i saw cheap speaker cable and one more mistake no connector, poor connection. if you pay a lot of money for speakers dam get some good speakers cable with nice connector!! anyway good luck!
+victor feliciano Thanks for your input, Victor (and maybe a thumbs down?), and I hate to break it to you, but you're dead wrong. Google "speaker cable myths" and you'll find lots of scientific information about speaker cable and connectors like this: [It’s true that for long runs, thicker wires are better at reducing the effects of resistance. But for most set ups (those with speakers within 100 ft of the amplifier), 16-gauge lamp cord is fine. For speakers 100 to 200 ft. from the amp, experts suggest use 14 gauge. And from 200 to 400 ft., they recommend 12-gauge wires. Using extremely thick wire for short runs yields virtually no audible benefit, at least none most people can hear.] Victor, my setup sounds GREAT. They don't call me the "AVguy" for nothing!
i know all about speakers cable size and more, what i was saying is the no connector at the end of the cable / that it. thanks good sound!! enjoy
+victor feliciano Thanks, Victor, I appreciate your comment. When it comes to connectors, like banana plugs: they are primarily for convenience with connecting/disconnecting speakers - not sound quality. Since my speakers aren't moving any time soon, banana plugs would be a waste of time and money. Thanks for watching my video, and contributing to the discussion.
enjoy them / they look very good!!!ok
Glad you played some rock on those when you first hooked them up, and not that gay lounge music most audiophiles use.
woww too much time to upgrade speakers, i change them every 3-4 years to try different brands
great speakers
but noooooooo
KEEP the grills OFF
there great to look at why keep them covered
+C815richard Dust, my friend. Dust never sleeps.
How about some newer music . .. trance.
Thanks, that's a great suggestion - I like trance, house, ambient, etc. I'm planning on doing a "sampler" video with many different types of music going through the Klipsch RF7-II's. Stay tuned.
NEVER NEVER NERVER THROW AWAY YOUR BOXES! BAD MOVE!
Dear Franimal - Thank you for your advice and unfiltered commentary, however: 1) I don't plan on moving. 2) I can always buy new protective covering, boxes, bubblewrap, etc. 3) Those boxes were HUGE. It would be like keeping the box your refrigerator came in.
Those speakers really are too quality they will last forever
And then you blow it by playing boy band music. She loves you yeah yeah yeah !
Beatles were a "boy band?" That's outrageous, Porkchop Papi!! Although you may be technically correct, I've Got a Feeling you may not understand the cultural meaning of "boy band."
I've got a feeling you don't know much about the Fab four.
Let it Be, Porkchop Papi. Let it Be.
mikeavguy.......Great video. What are your room dimensions? Considering getting these or the new RF-7iii as part of home theater package. My room is 13x 22x7.5. Do you find them to be too much for your room?
Thanks for your comment and question. It's a big room, about 14x28', with a 16' (at peak) high cathedral ceiling. The speakers seem to be made for the room. With the right recording, at the right volume, if you close your eyes, it sounds like the musicians are in the room.
Don’t cover those copper colored speakers and cool tweeter. That’s their look. Now nobodyyyyyy will knowwww ;(
I hear you loud and clear, Mr. Berry. However, the dust in my house is hard enough to manage -- I don't need another surface to clean, and I know myself -- I would obsess over keeping them dust-free. Out of sight, out of mind...
too bad they cant accept bannana plugs.
They can -- I just don't need to. Banana plugs are for easier, frequent movement of components. They don't affect sound quality.