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Klipsch speakers - $300 (Comox)
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$300 for the pair
The Klipsch R-28F is a highly efficient, entry-level floorstanding speaker from the brand's classic Reference Series. It features dual 8" copper-spun IMG woofers and a 1" LTS aluminum tweeter inside a 90x90 Tractrix horn. It handles up to 150 Watts RMS (600W peak) and has a sensitivity rating of 98 dB.
Core Specifications & Features
- Frequency Response: 35–24,000 Hz ± 3dB
- Sensitivity: 98 dB (requires very little amplifier power to reach high volumes)
- Power Handling: 150 W RMS / 600 W Peak
- Dimensions: 43.375" H x 12.625" W x 16.375" D (weighs 56.7 lbs each)
- Design: Bass-reflex with a front-firing port
Pros and Cons
Strengths: Users on Crutchfield Customer Reviews and Best Buy Customer Reviews agree that they provide dynamic, room-filling sound and are excellent for both movies and music. They can reach high volumes with very little distortion.
Weaknesses: The prominent horn tweeter can sound "bright" or fatiguing to some listeners, especially in untreated rooms. Because they are large, they can visually and acoustically dominate smaller spaces.
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Klipsch R25C
$120
The Klipsch R-25C is a highly efficient center channel speaker designed to deliver clear dialogue for home theater setups. It belongs to the brand's classic Reference Series and features a sealed enclosure for flexible room placement. It handles up to 100 Watts RMS (400W peak) and utilizes dual 5.25" copper-spun IMG woofers alongside a 1" LTS aluminum tweeter inside a 90x90 Tractrix horn.
Core Specifications & Features
- Frequency Response: 82–24,000 Hz ± 3dB [1]
- Sensitivity: 98 dB (offers high output with minimal amplifier strain) [1]
- Power Handling: 100 W RMS / 400 W Peak [1]
- Dimensions: 7.25" H x 18.75" W x 7.25" D (weighs 14.8 lbs) [1]
- Design: Sealed cabinet (no rear port, allowing it to sit deep inside media consoles) [1]
Pros and Cons
Strengths: Users frequently note that it excels at vocal clarity and handles movie dialogue exceptionally well. Its sealed design means bass does not become boomy or distorted when placed directly against a wall or inside a cabinet shelf.
Weaknesses: Because its low-frequency response only goes down to 82 Hz, it relies heavily on a subwoofer or larger front towers to handle deep cinematic sound effects. The signature horn tweeter can also sound sharp or overly bright in rooms with hard floors and minimal fabric.