Klipsch RSX5 SILVER Reference Series Satellite Shelf Speaker

by Klipsch

Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 9 pounds
• ASIN: B000782SNM
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #167,275 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: December 9, 2006

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

The compact, video-shielded RSX-5 speaker is designed to reproduce the main or surround channels in a high-performance satellite/subwoofer system or to stand alone in any indoor application requiring very small speakers of the highest quality. It delivers incredibly dynamic and accurate sound by utilizing a 1-inch titanium-dome compression driver coupled to Klipsch's round MicroTractrix horn. A 5.25-inch, long-throw cerametallic cone woofer with a powerful neodymium magnet pumps out clean, dynamic bass that extends low enough to mesh seamlessly with the crossovers built into A/V receivers, surround processors, and powered subwoofers.

The speaker's gracefully contoured, high-rigidity enclosure is small enough to fit unobtrusively almost anywhere. An integrated ball-joint pedestal stand with bottom keyholes makes it easy to place the RSX-5 on any convenient surface (walls included) and direct its sound into the listening area. The satellite's magnetic grille easily snaps into place over its cast-aluminum front baffle, while sturdy five-way binding posts ensure secure connection to any type of cable.

Product Description

Klipsch proves great things do come in small packages with the compact RSX-5 Satellite loudspeaker from its top-selling Reference Series. This sophisticated, advanced monitor brings stylish simplicity to the world's most sought after home entertainment products line. Because of its seamless design and placement flexibility, the RSX-5 can deliver jaw-dropping sound in virtually any space. It can serve as either a left or right monitor, as well as a surround speaker. The RSX-5 delivers incredibly dynamic and accurate sound by utilizing a 1-inch titanium-dome compression driver coupled to Klipsch's new round MicroTractrix Horn. This magnetically shielded speaker also employs a 5.25-inch woofer to capture every sonic detail. The woofer is a long-throw unit powered by a unique neodymium motor structure. The Cerametallic cone is lightweight with excellent rigidity, which dramatically reduces any resonance. As a result, the RSX-5 is capable of robust bass extending low enough for comfortable operation with today's built-in A/V preamp/processor and receiver crossovers. As with all new Reference Series models, the RSX-5 uses high-quality network components and top-of-the-line internal wiring for proper driver blending with minimal degradation of the incoming signals. These premium features ensure pure and distinct performances.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

4.0 out of 5 stars Decent Sound, October 15, 2008

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KidHorn (Maryland) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Klipsch RSX5 SILVER Reference Series Satellite Shelf Speaker (Electronics)

I bought these to replace some Yamaha AS636's that were about 20 years old. The Yamaha's sounded good, but they took up space. I wanted something to mount on the wall.

I have some Klipsch Quintet II speakers that I uses for 4 surrounds in a 7.1 setup and I like the sound from them and I thought these would match well. I expected these to be the same thing only a higher end model. I was surprised at how much bigger these are than the quintet II's. They probably weigh 2-3x as much.

Mounting was easy. They provide a template with a built in level so you can easily mark where to drill holes. Plus the base has a removable cover that comes off so you can slide the speaker into the screws and see what you're doing. When done sliding the speakers onto the 3 screws, you can tighten the screws and put the cover back on. I was surprised that the connectors aren't banana plug. They connect using a screw.

As far as sound goes, the sound is very alive. if you're familiar with Klipsch, these have the same sound as other Klipsch speakers. The bass is surprisingly good from such a small speaker. The midrange is lacking.

If you want a small, wall mountable speaker at a good price, this is probably as good a deal as you'll ever see. Overall, the speakers are good for what they are, but they don't sound nearly as good as most higher end bookshelf or floor standing speakers.