RP-500M vs R-50M
The R-50M's sensitivity is 92 dB against the RP-500M's 93 dB. Both share impedance (8Ω), woofer (5.25"), and ways (2).
Both turn up in the same documented systems.
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LoudspeakersBookshelf Speakers
Estimated price (community-sourced)
$299 - $399
Around — community and catalog average, updates slowly
About the RP-500M
The Klipsch Reference Premiere RP-500M bookshelf speaker delivers cinema-quality stereo sound with proprietary Klipsch technology developed over 75 years. It features a 1" Linear Travel Suspension (LTS) titanium diaphragm tweeter with a hybrid Tractrix horn for efficient high-frequency dispersion and a 5.25" Cerametallic cone woofer with a rigid, lightweight voice coil for clear, dynamic bass. The speaker has a bass-reflex design with a rear-firing Tractrix port to enhance low-frequency response. It offers a frequency response of 48 Hz to 25 kHz (±3 dB), sensitivity of 93 dB, and power handling up to 75 watts RMS (300 watts peak). The enclosure is finished in scratch-resistant ebony vinyl with magnetic grilles for a clean look. It includes 5-way binding post terminals and a keyhole slot for easy wall mounting. Each speaker weighs 12 lbs and measures 13-9/16" H x 6-13/16" W x 10-1/8" D. The RP-500M is backed by a 5-year warranty and is designed to provide impressive bass and clarity for its size, suitable for home theater and stereo applications.
Specifications
Transducer Specifications
Driver and acoustic performance characteristics
- Sensitivity
- 93 dB SPL @ 1W/1m
- Impedance
- 8Ω
- Frequency Response
- 48 Hz - 25 kHz
- Power Handling
- 75W
- Max. Amplifier Power
- 300W
Speaker Design
Driver configuration and enclosure design
- Configuration
- 2-way
- Driver Type
- dynamic
- Driver Size
- 5.25"
- Driver Count
- 2
- Enclosure Type
- ported
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 173 × 344 × 257 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 5.44 kg (12 lbs)
- Available Colors
- Ebony vinyl
Key Specifications
Sensitivity: 93 dB
Impedance: 8Ω
Frequency: 48-25000 Hz
Specifications are community-contributed and may not be accurate or complete. Verify all details with the manufacturer before making purchasing decisions. Terms & Conditions