NEW Klipsch Reference Speakers! KLIPSCH R-800F Review + R-50M

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► KLIPSCH REFERENCE SPEAKERS REVIEW: KLIPSCH R-800F AND R-50M REVIEW

We've got the NEW Klipsch Reference speakers, the R800F towers for review! In this Klipsch Reference Speaker review, we'll be talking about the new R800F towers as well as the smaller R-50M bookshelf speakers, breaking down how they compare (are the Klipsch reference bookshelf speakers better than the Klipsch tower speakers?) and if these are speakers you should put on your consideration list.

00:00 KLIPSCH R-800F REVIEW
01:52 ARE THE NEW KLIPSCH REFERENCE SPEAKERS GOOD?
05:47 HOW TO GET THE BEST SOUND FROM KLIPSCH SPEAKERS
06:16 KLIPSCH R30C
06:40 KLIPSCH 50M VS 800F
07:29 KLIPSCH 800F vs 600M II
07:49 KLIPSCH 800F VS 8000F
08:02 800F VS JBL STAGE 190
08:37 800F VS POLK R500 + OTHER SPEAKERS
08:49 CONCLUSIONS AND KRISTI'S TAKE
10:48 KRISTI RECOMENDS
13:24 KRISTI AND I TALK MEASUREMENTS
15:03 KRISTI AND I ARGUE OVER JBL
18:30 KLIPSCH VS SONY

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[richarddoberstein]

I took advantage of the sale on the R-50M's for $299, i picked them up today and I am amazed, how they sound crossed over with a sub, ports plugged, So now i have my Kg5.2's that i have replaced the drivers on, my Black F-300's, (Andrew rolls eyes) bought Discounted, with matching rears and center channel, I love all my Klipsch speakers. I spend all my free time listening to music.

[rogerdjs]

I'm a long time fan of Klipsch as I own quite a few vintage units, but its very refreshing that you both were kind yet honest with your assessment. Keep up the great work!

[rndm]

When keepin’ it real, goes…right!

Coming from a thrilled La Scala owner. Nice work on this one, and all of your reviews.

[Hi-FiBBQ]

I own a pair of the R-820Fs and have been very pleased with them.

I primarily drive them with a Reisong A10 12w tube amp. I occasionally use my integrated Pioneer VSX-LX303 or my Kenwood KA-2500 (thank you, it's really great!) but they pale in comparison to the performance of the Reisong.

When I first bought them, I toed them in to my listening position and was super pleased with their sound. They are positioned two feet from the back and side walls.

Some 18 months later with no changes, someone recommended that I aim them straight down my room because, I was told, it will open the soundstage. I was skeptical but made the change. Night and day difference!

I immediately began to experience a breadth, width, and depth I hadn't previously heard. Somehow there was sound behind me!

The audio experience was like nothing I'd ever enjoyed at any time in my life. I can only imagine what is possible with better gear!

Anyway, it sounds like the R-800Fs are inferior to the R-820Fs, which is really too bad for a next gen speaker.

I bought my 820s new for $1, 000 for the pair and to this day am pleased with my purchase. They can be found for half that price now without too much effort. If you ever get a chance to hear or even buy the 820s, do it. I think you'll hear something from them that sounds like it's absolutely missing from the 800s.

Cheers!
John

[Markive]

Thanks for the unfiltered review. Can’t wait for an RP-8000f ii video!

[akaydogan]

Thanks! What a detailed, honest review with great constructive alternative suggestions. The two of you really rock these reviews.

[RMW]

I appreciate the constructive/honest review! I got my pair of 820s for half off ($299ea) in Nov 2021. The rest of the comments are correct, sales are pretty common for this line. After positioning them just right, (and pairing them with my older Klipsch KG2s) I was very pleased - My receiver also supports front A and B speakers so I think that with everything set up it sounds pretty good! I was curious and knocked on mine during the segment about the space in the cabinet, and I completely understand. Haha

[samkroll]

Hey guys! Just wanted to say I’m a huge fan, and I’ve been watching your videos for just over a month now. I recently got my first speaker setup in the Heco Aurora 700 and the Cambridge Audio AXR100 per your videos. You guys have been a huge help in trying to navigate this seemingly endless and often overwhelming hobby. Thanks a million!

[BobSinister]

While researching a new set of speakers I found your channel incredibly helpful & informative.

This video in particular helped me dodge a bullet; thank you. I ended up buying a pair of RP-6000F II speakers. While not mega high-end, they are excellent for the price point.

Again, thank you for awesome content and reviews. I respect you comments hugely, and feel you do a great job reviewing what can be high subjective experience-based products.

A though for a video: I’d love to hear your opinions on the effect of bi-amping speakers for those of us with a couple of extra amp channels to play with.

[jmfloyd]

I own a pair of r-820 I’ve been pleased with them in my small listening room. My vintage Cerwin Vega AT-15 speakers over power them, lol I complimented the Klipsch’s with a pair of r-100 subwoofers.

[ricardomexico]

Love when you keep it real, not everything out there is good and you communicate that

[stevenm]

Thanks for the review. I have the 8000 f and I am very happy with them. Thumbs up for you Two .

[bikdav]

I haven't heard those particular KLIPSCH Tower Speakers. But, you brought up an interesting point. The boominess problem with towers - in general - is something that I noticed from time to time. I think lots of it has to do with room interaction as opposed to cabinet resonance exclusively. What I found from time to time is that the best place for 'sound staging' is not the best place for bass - or vica versa. Going with a stand mounted/bookshelf speaker along with a subwoofer seems to mitigate the room problem to some extent. You can place the main speakers where they give the best music or movie sound. And, you can place the subwoofer in the room where it gives whatever kind of bass that you like. Also, I discovered that even towers need a subwoofer anyways in many cases.

[Thevinylhead]

You, and only you, got me hooked with the 8000f.
I bought them, and truly, I will never change them.
Best overall speakers I have ever own.
So upgrade to theese are a no go for me.

[respectarmor]

A great and honest review. I like your constructive critiques. I'm super curious about the "stealth mode" speakers you have mentioned on your previous live session. I bet it was about bowers and wilkins. And I'm waiting for them. All of them (:

[harveyduncan]

I bid on a pair of Q 3050s from an estate sale based on your previous review. I won them and I was really blown away. As a die hard Klipsch fan (the rest of my gear is Klipsch) the Qs have become my favorite.

[fredmccarroll]

I just recently purchased the Klipsch R-800F floorstanders and I really like them. In the past I had Klipsch Synergy F3 floorstanders. I also recently purchased a Yamaha Aventage Rx-A2a A/V receiver. I have a Klipsch 7.1 Surround Sound system. My new subwoofer is the Klipsch R-80SWi

[cheeky]

As ever, a fantastic, honest review, made with integrity and care. Every week I look forward to seeing your videos! 😁😁

Ps enjoy your break - well deserved!!

[atobee]

The microphones you guys are using are incredible!