Klipsch Reference Premiere RP-500M 5.25" 75W 2-Way Bookshelf Speakers, Walnut, Pair

Klipsch RP-500M

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Klipsch Reference Premiere RP-500M 5.25" 2-Way Bookshelf Speakers, Walnut, Pair

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Klipsch RP-500M 

Top Rated Gear: Klipsch Reference Premiere RP-500M 5.25" 75W 2-Way Bookshelf Speakers, Walnut, Pair Color: Brown, Includes: Dual Speakers

Get incredible cinema-quality stereo sound with the RP-500M bookshelf speakers. Klipsch proprietary technology is built on over 70 years of acoustic experience to deliver the best home theater experience possible.Hybrid Tractrix Horn TechnologyKlipsch proprietary Tractrix horn-loaded technology ensures high-frequency energy of the RP-500M bookshelf speakers are aimed directly at the listener and reduces unwanted, artificial reverb caused by indirect sound bouncing off walls - meaning you experience the most clear, detailed, lifelike sound possible.Horn AnatomyKlipsch Reference Premiere series speakers feature a compressed molded silicon face that is matted to the 90 Degree x 90 Degree Tractrix horn to reduces horn resonance for smoother frequency response. Klipsch computer modeled phase plugs act as a mechanical filter to further ensure a smooth, flat frequency response while protecting the tweeter from damage.Vented TweeterA vented tweeter design reduces standing waves behind the tweeter diaphragm for a smoother high frequency reproduction.The titanium tweeter diaphragm's light weight yet rigid composition exceeds the performance of aluminum, polymer or silk tweeters.Klipsch award-winning Linear Travel Suspension technology leverages a piston motion of the titanium diaphragm that lowers distortion and delivers real-to-life sound.A ceramic magnet housing provides premium performance, Klipsch Reference Premiere tweeters set the standard in acoustic reproduction.Cerametallic WoofersKlipsch Proprietary Cerametallic woofers are the RP-500M bookshelf speakers signature statement for both sound and aesthetics. This extremely light, rigid materials holds its shape while being able to deliver lower frequencies with maximum efficiency.Woofer AnatomyKlipsch Cerametallic cones are matted to a dual-layer, copper-wound voice coil for exceptional conductivity.Reference Premiere woofers are housed in a non-resonating, stamped-steel basket that's secured to a large magnet motor for exceptional efficiency and low distortion, and matched to our horn-loaded tweeters for optimal acoustic execution.Rear Tractrix PortThe rear Tractrix ports of the RP-500M bookshelf speakers are perfectly matched to the cabinets and woofers, creating ideal airflow with minimal distortion or turbulence even at the lowest frequencies.Finished To PerfectionThe RP-500M ebony and walnut finishes boast satin painted baffles with a scratch resistant design for an elegant audio solution to your home theater system.Strong, flexible, magnetic grilles provide protection and a sleek aesthetic to compliment your home's decor.

I paired these with a Klipsch R-100SW 10" Subwoofer and a Dayton Audio HTA100BT Hybrid Stereo Tube Amplifier, mounting them on a set of Pangea LS300 speaker stands. Previously I had a pair of Klipsch R-51PM in the room (I've now put them in the dining room). The sound is amazing, much clearer and vibrant than the R-51s. If these end up back in stock on sale again I'm grabbing another pair for my office.

Mostly I listen to old rock, great female singers and jazz. The horns on these really focus the vocals. Very satisfied with the purchase.

If you have a little soul...

After breaking them in a few hours the sound produced is much larger than the speaker size. I have other Klipsch speakers but these may be my favorite.

Buy These

I love these speakers. Whether I use them in my 2-way set up or for surround speakers in my humble theater set up, I am NOT disappointed. I recently upgraded from R41M speakers and I love the deep, full sound these provide.

Nice upgrade

Good speakers. Huge upgrade from what I had

These speakers sound fantastic. Great bass and headroom for days in a relatively small package.

Big sound from a small package.

Speakers replaced D-techs that i had from the past
Bought these and set it up with a TXNR7100 onkyo
Good audio from the speakers, and easy to power with a good receiver 
the speakers are Massive and sit on top of my fireplace
They are easy to setup and I used Dirac live to get the EQ and space adjusted per my basement.  They are great for karaoke as well

500 Review - is it still worth it in 2022?

Very nice speakers, great sound. I?m using these as rear surrounds in a 5.2.2 setup and if I didn?t already have full size fronts, I probably would have used these or the RP-600m instead.  My wife was impressed with the sound compared to the old surrounds these had replaced.

Big sound from a small bookshelf speaker

Using them as surrounds, and they look amazing (better in person vs pics) and sound so good I feel bad using them as surrounds haha. Sounds great with my RP800f towers. I would recommend the bigger versions of these if you have the room, I had to get these due to size constraints.

Great looks and sound

My speakers arrived in perfect condition and on time. 

They are almost exactly like the games  RP-600M (which I also have a pair of to compare) but they fit in many more places and have in some ways an easier to control sound if you're into room correction and EQ. 

Be aware that all of the RP series in this line (before the series II upgrades) measure with a dip around 3k Hz and a couple dB of brightness on the top and boost on the low end. All in all, very managable to equalize for if you're concerned and downright fun to listen to out of the box even if you aren't and are less concerned with flat response. It's definitely not a bug, it's a feature for those who like that sound profile. 

I'm very happy with them as my surrounds in a home theater setup.

Perfect for Home Theater - Great experience from Adorama

Great speakers. Good sound, sounds like floor speakers in a smaller package.

Great speakers

These sound wonderful, very full sound for movies and music listening.

Very impressed

Like most things Klipsch, these are outstanding bookshelf speakers. Small in size, but extra-large in delivery. There is no distortion at volume and the sound is typical Klipsch. I have these hooked up to serve as ?high front? Dolby Atmos and also as Zone 2 outputs for stereo sound when we have a large number of guest over and we want the volume up high.  These speakers fill both roles with ease.

Mostest goodest bookshelf speakers!  :-/

Great speakers, clean highs .Wonderful sound can't imagine getting a better product even if you paid more$$$$

Great sound

Great value at the discounted price. Would recommend.

Great bookshelf speakers

After reading many (too many) reviews on all the other Klipsch and Competing Speakers, I settled on these RP-500Ms. Couldn't be happier. Performance of these speakers relative to price is phenomenal. I won't look back.