Klipsch RB-35 Bookshelf Loudspeaker

by Klipsch

Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 27.3 pounds
• ASIN: B000782SJ6
• Average Customer Review: 3.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #162,420 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics)

Product Description

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A high-performance, full-range bookshelf loudspeaker suitable for use in almost any audio or A/V system, the Klipsch RB-35 bookshelf speakers can deliver room-filling sound on their own in a traditional two-speaker stereo music system or anchor a surround-sound setup. The RB-35 is front-ported for maximum installation flexibility, and its back panel has a keyhole for surface wall-mounting. The speaker measures 19 x 9.3 x 10.8 inches (HxWxD).

The RB-35 delivers dynamic sound through an 8-inch woofer and 1-inch titanium-dome tweeter that features a high-energy, video-shielded Neodymium magnet. The tweeter is coupled to a Klipsch square 6-inch Tractrix Horn, which raises the driver's efficiency and controls its radiation pattern to minimize detail-blurring reflections from walls, floor, and ceiling. The woofer uses an enhanced version of Klipsch's copper-colored Cerametallic material for its rigid cone. This material dampens the woofer, keeping it from flexing or resonating at frequencies within its operating range. Driving this cone is a large, video-shielded magnet and high-temperature, long-excursion voice coil, for high efficiency and deep, powerful, articulate bass without breakup or distortion.

The speaker features two pairs of binding posts to connect to an amplifier. These posts are strapped together for normal wiring but can be removed so the speaker can be bi-wired. This pair of RB-35s also make excellent surround-back speakers in 6.1- and 7.1-channel systems, or main surrounds for those who prefer direct-radiating speakers in that role.

Product Description

Klipsch RB-35 Bookshelf Loudspeaker - This single speaker is designed for stereo or surround sound use. Due to its size, it is easily placed almost anywhere in the home. For surround sound, it is specifically well suited for either rear channel. Purchase a second for a full stereo or rear surround sound experience! It features 125 Watts of continuous power (500 Watts Peak). High Frequency Horn - 6 square 90x60 degree Tractrix Horn HF Crossover - 2350Hz Woofer - One K-1128-OB 8 (20.32cm) Cerametallic cone / case polymer frame Input Connectors - Two sets of binding post speaker terminals Internally wired with Bandwidth Balanced Monster Cable Enclosure is constructed of MDF with a Black Ash veneer finish Mounting - Back panel Keyhole and Threaded Insert Dimensions - 19 (h) x 9.25 (w) x 10.8 (d) Weight - 24 lbs.

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15 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Great Value, May 25, 2005

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seaan (Bay Area California) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Klipsch RB-35 Bookshelf Loudspeaker (Electronics)

There are very few speakers I'd prefer at even twice the price of the Klipsch RB-35. When I evaluate speakers, the ability to accurately present details is high on my list. The RB-35 clearly reproduces tiny details, for example lute fret noise echoes in the first minute of "Jean de Nivelle" (track 26 on The Baltimore Consort's La Rocque 'n' Roll -- highly recommended by the way). By way of comparison, I can't hear the echoes in more expensive Energy and Monitor speakers; and I can't even hear the fret noise (let alone the echo) with comparably priced BOSE speakers.

The RB-35 is very dynamic, with tight and deep bass (surprising for such a small bookshelf speaker). "Live" recordings sound particularly good on this speaker. Another test using "Jean de Nivelle" is to listen to the solo entrance of soprano Custer LaRue about 1 minute into the song. Lesser speakers make you realize that you are listening to a recording, by compressing the dynamics. The RB-35 handles the entrance so smoothly, you know Custer was there all along.

I have not compared the RB-35 directly with the Infinity Beta-20 (the cheapest speaker I recommend for general use). From memory I think the RB-35 has a better overall balance, and is more dynamic. The Beta-20 has a great tweeter (for the price), and I'd love to do a direct comparison. Overall, the RB-35 is very competitively priced and I highly recommended it!

Also see my review of the next model up, the similar sounding Klipsch RB-75. It does almost everything slightly better, but costs twice as much.

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars These Rock Even If You Like Classical, November 17, 2008

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Dmitri (Florida - Paradise) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Klipsch RB-35 Bookshelf Loudspeaker (Electronics)

Simply put these are probably the best speakers that I've ever owned. I use to design and build my own loudspeakers. They were large as refrigerators had sensitivity of 102 spl at 1 watt one meter. I don't have a big basement and can play my stereo like when I was a teen anymore. Now I just have my bedroom. My tastes have also changed from Rock to more like Classical.

These Klipshes have relatively deep bass. The specs say 43hz which I believe. While not a sensitive as my hand crafted speakers they are more sensitive than most speakers in this class. They can be driven to loud volumes without distortion to the detriment of my neighbors.

My only reservation about these speakers and this note is more for you than for me is that the midrange is slightly recessed. Naturally it is only a two way design. When the low end driver is as big as it is here something of a compromise has to be made between deep bass and midrange. Personally I don't like too much midrange. A speaker with too much midrange sounds like an old AM radio to my ears. This is my only disclaimer and warning about these speakers which to MY EARS get a five star rating.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Incredible sound!!, December 31, 2008

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R. Bolender "RDBIII" (Cypress, CA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Klipsch RB-35 Bookshelf Loudspeaker (Electronics)

I've owned these speakers for apprx. 2 years now and have found them to handle everything I've thrown at them. From music, to karaoke, to 7.1 surround they can reproduce sound flawlessly. I use them with the Klipsch RW12 powered sub woofer to great effect. Unbelievable separation! Beautifully finished. Great product overall just as every Klipsch product I've ever owned.