I’ll be upfront: I’m a Klipsch guy. For years, I’ve admired their unique blend of vintage aesthetics and that lively, energetic sound signature. So, when the Klipsch The Three II arrived at my studio, my expectations were already high. But I wasn’t prepared for this. For the first twenty minutes, I just stared at it,…
Any serious headphone user knows the problem: you quickly end up with a “headphone wardrobe.” You have one pair for the office, one for the gym, one for noisy travel, and a special pair for serious, focused listening at home. Bowers & Wilkins believes they have the solution. The B&W PX7 S2 is a complete…
When Bowers & Wilkins, the legendary English audio company, releases a new flagship speaker, the entire audiophile world stops and listens. For decades, their speakers have been market-defining hits. This time, we’re looking at the pinnacle of their catalog: the B&W 800 D3. This isn’t just an update; it’s a statement. B&W spent nearly eight…
For a while now, I’ve found that many speakers in the sub-$2000 price range have started to sound disappointingly similar, competent, but “bland” and lacking any real soul. That’s why I was so eager to spend some time with the Klipsch RF-82 II. After listening, I can confirm: these speakers have a powerful personality. The…
Can a bookshelf speaker truly deliver the raw power and energy of a live rock concert? Most can’t. But the Klipsch RP-160M isn’t most bookshelf speakers. With a rebellious spirit rooted in over 70 years of horn-loaded design, this speaker promises thrilling dynamics and surprising detail for under $1000. We put it to the test…
In a world of tiny Bluetooth speakers, many of us crave a richer, more powerful sound without the clutter of traditional hi-fi components. Klipsch answers that call with the Klipsch R-51PM, an active version of their popular bookshelf speakers. By integrating amplifiers, a high-quality DAC, and even a phono preamp, Klipsch has created a versatile…
Tired of thin, lifeless sound from your TV’s soundbar? Klipsch has a powerful, unapologetically large solution. Klipsch The Nines are active speakers that deliver a massive stereo soundstage, deep bass, and the raw energy of a rock concert, all with the same simple connectivity as a soundbar. But are they the right fit for your…
For audiophiles chasing the impossible, the raw energy of a live concert in their living room, the Klipsch Cornwall IV is a name spoken with reverence. But can a speaker with roots in the 1950s truly deliver a world-class experience today? We hooked up these 43kg American-made giants to a high-end vinyl system and cool…
The history of Klipsch is so great that the concept of “retro model” about the products of this brand becomes very, very extensible. For example, the legendary Klipschorn was born in 1945, and the Klipsch Forte IV model, which will be discussed today, is much younger: its first version appeared in 1985. But in the…
To call your entry-level line a “Reference” series is a bold move; the audio community doesn’t forgive empty claims. Our previous test of the junior Klipsch R-610F showed that, for their price, they could indeed be a benchmark. However, with their single 6-inch woofer, they inevitably lacked the deep bass response and room-filling scale for…