Klipsch New Reference Premier Subwoofers – Quick Look

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Indianapolis based Klipsch has released a new line of high performance Reference Premier subwoofers to match the performance of its flagship Reference Premiere speaker series.

According to Klipsch “Reference Premiere subwoofers strike an optimal balance between amplifier power, driver capability and cabinet volume for maximum output, detail, and frequency extension”. They are described as hyper-efficient and are priced in the range $749.00 to $1,799.00.

All models feature a front-firing, spun-copper Cerametallic driver, high-efficiency Class D amplifier, adjustable phase and low-pass crossover controls, linel-level LFE/RCA inputs and support an optional wireless input from the  Klipsch WA-2 Wireless Subwoofer Kit.

Specifications:

• RP-1000SW – Bass Reflex via Front-Firing Aerofoil Slot Port
  • 10″ Ultra Long Throw Cerametallic driver
  • Class D, 300 watts RMS
  • Maximum acoustic output: 118.5dB
  • Frequency response: 19Hz-131Hz (±3 dB)
  • Inputs: Dual RCA/LFE Line In, WA-2 Wireless Port
  • Dimensions (HxWxD): 16.64″ (42.3 cm) x 15.00″ (38.1 cm) x 24.96″ (63.4 cm)
• RP-1200SW – Bass Reflex via Front-Firing Aerofoil Slot
  • 12″ Ultra Long Throw Cerametallic driver
  • Class D, 400 watts RMS
  • Maximum acoustic output: 121dB
  • Frequency response: 16.5Hz-138Hz (±3 dB)
  • Inputs: Dual RCA/LFE Line In, WA-2 Wireless Port
  • Dimensions (HxWxD): 18.89″ (48 cm) x 17.00″ (43.2 cm) x 25.92″ (65.8 cm)
• RP-1400SW – Bass Reflex via Front-Firing Aerofoil Slot
  • 14″ Ultra Long Throw Cerametallic driver
  • Class D, 500 watts RMS
  • Maximum acoustic output: 124dB
  • Frequency response: 16Hz-141Hz (±3 dB)
  • Inputs: Dual RCA/LFE Line In, WA-2 Wireless Port
  • Dimensions (HxWxD): 21.34″ (54.2 cm) x 20.00″ (50.8 cm) x 25.67″ (65.2 cm)
• RP-1600SW – Bass Reflex via Front-Firing Aerofoil Slot
  • 16″ Ultra Long Throw Cerametallic driver
  • Class D, 800 watts RMS
  • Maximum acoustic output: 125.5dB
  • Frequency response: 14.5Hz-175Hz (±3 dB)
  • Inputs: Dual RCA/LFE Line In, WA-2 Wireless Port
  • Dimensions (HxWxD): 23.39″ (59.4 cm) x 23.50″ (59.7 cm) x 27.35″ (69.5 cm)

The MDF cabinets have shock-absorbing rubber feet, a scratch-resistant ebony vinyl finish and a woven black cloth grille. All models are covered by a five-year warranty.

MSRP (US):

• • RP-1000SW: $749.00
  • RP-1200SW: $999.00
  • RP-1400SW: $1,399.00
  • RP-1600SW: $1,799.00

For more information visit the Klipsch web site.

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