- Four 2-way satellites, one 2-way center channel and a dual-driver 8" subwoofer Impressive 500 watts of total amplified power
- 20% larger enclosure designed to increase efficiency for more total output, lower distortion and deepen bass extension
- Magnetically shielded center channel provides rear post angle adjustment for optimum positioning
- Control module features separate main, center, rear and subwoofer controls
- 6 analog discrete channels (3 stereo miniplugs); auxiliary stereo miniplug music input
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After setting industry standards with the acclaimed ProMedia 5.1 personal audio system, Klipsch Audio Technologies introduces a new and enhanced version. The ProMedia Ultra 5.1 augments the performance and style of the award-winning ProMedia 5.1 with an even more impressive subwoofer, updated crossover networks, and new cosmetics on the satellites and control module. It is currently available in 120 volt and a 230 volt version will be available in 2004.
With an enclosure that is 20 percent larger, the ProMedia Ultra 5.1 subwoofer incorporates a series of refinements designed to increase efficiency for more total output, lower distortion and deepen bass extension. These improvements include a lower tuning frequency, a voice coil that is 60 percent longer and a larger, slotted port. The subwoofer is a bass-reflex type with dual 8-inch side-firing woofers and convex driver dust caps for unsurpassed high output linear bass response. The 500-watt BASH amplifier and Klipsch engineering offer high output with low distortion and effortless dynamic headroom.
The updated, two-way Ultra 5.1 satellite speakers and mid-bass drivers sport a sleeker appearance with a refined floating grille and under cone termination, which hides the speaker leads for a cleaner cone appearance. The satellites also feature an updated crossover network that enhances the higher frequencies and delivers richer tones. As with the ProMedia 5.1 satellite speakers, the Ultra 5.1 satellites include exclusive Klipsch MicroTractrix Horn tweeters that cleanly and accurately handle the high frequencies. Each satellite features a redesigned self-supporting pedestal.
The magnetically shielded center channel also features under cone termination uses the same Klipsch MicroTractrix Horn tweeter and three-inch fiber-composite cone woofer as each satellite speaker, ensuring an ideal blend and seamless driver transition.
The user-friendly control module features separate main, center, rear and subwoofer controls as well as a digital LED volume level display and an on/off or headphone listening mode switch. Unlike the original ProMedia 5.1, the Ultra module features all controls on the front panel. It also has two stereo miniplug jacks, one for headphone output and one for the convenient connection of portable audio devices and any other alternative source that uses a stereo miniplug output.
What's in the box
1 subwoofer, 5 satellites, control module, manual, wires
Product Description
The Klipsch ProMedia Ultra 5.1 is the true "Best in Class" audio solution for th discerning audiophile. 5 horn-loaded, microtractrix, 2-way satellites for detailed audio reproduction and 1 dual 8" driver subwoofer with 500 watts of true bass reproduction.
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58 of 65 people found the following review helpful:
1.0 out of 5 stars
Would have rated zero, but...,
This review is from: Klipsch ProMedia Ultra 5.1 Multimedia Speaker System, (6 Speakers, Black) (Personal Computers)
one was the minimum. I was seriously disappointed in this speaker system. Although installation and setup were simple, there was a small glitch in the connections to my audio board in that the color coding of the 1/8" speaker connections did not match those on the board. Two of the inputs on the speaker system were switched, and I only noticed because of anomalies that were exposed by my audio system test software.Once correctly installed, the system worked flawlessly. I played the introductory scene of The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring which strenuously exercises a speaker system including a deep sighing bass during the Fall of Sauron. Speaker performance during this sequence was spectacular. I then played the several musical scenes from The Sound of Music. Awesome! Then....nothing. The system just quit working. Although there was still power to the control module, the speaker system had totally failed. I confirmed that the computer was generating the proper signal and voltage on each of its outputs, but the speaker system would produce no sound. This was after just one hour's use! There was nothing that I could do to fix the problem. (I often wonder why computer audio system manufacturers provide for no user serviceability.) After some research, I discovered that this is a common problem with the ProMedia line, and I also found that this product line has been discontinued by Klipsch. Sales continue until existing inventory has been cleared.
80 of 93 people found the following review helpful:
1.0 out of 5 stars
Buyer beware! Klipsch Promedias have a high failure rate!,
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This review is from: Klipsch ProMedia Ultra 5.1 Multimedia Speaker System, (6 Speakers, Black) (Personal Computers)
I bought my set of Promedias with my new computer. The sound was indeed exceptional. But, after a year of use, they failed. I went to use them and got nothing but muffled bass and clicking. Then, I went to their forums. Seems everyone has been having the exact same problems. Some are lucky enough to get a year or two, and some measured the lifespan of their promedias in minutes. To top it off, they want $60 to fix a defective product since the warranty lasts only one year. Then, after paying the $60 to fix Klipsch's own problem, many have reported that the SECOND set failed. Buyer beware. These speakers are about as shoddy as they come and Klipsch is one shady company.
23 of 24 people found the following review helpful:
3.0 out of 5 stars
terrible support,
This review is from: Klipsch ProMedia Ultra 5.1 Multimedia Speaker System, (6 Speakers, Black) (Personal Computers)
I've had the Ultra 5.1 for just under a year now. Must say, the sound is terrific, when it is working, and you have the amplifier on location. You see, the amp. died on me about 7 weeks ago. Since it was still within the 1 year warranty period, I called "support" to find out what to do. They advised me to mail the amp back to them (at $25.00 cost to me)for either repair or replacement. Here I am, 7 WEEKS LATER, still without an amp. After repeated run-arounds from the "support" staff, I finally learned that the reason for the delay was because they have no amps available at the time and that the "new shipment of amps that is coming from China has been delayed...." "They will be arriving very shortly though..." 7 WEEKS and counting, still without a sound system on my computer. This is Klipschs' idea of customer support.
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