Klipsch Synergy Quintet III Home Theater Speaker System (Set of Five, Black)

by Klipsch

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 6 x 12 x 5 inches ; 5.5 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 26 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B00009L1UX
• Item model number: 1000153
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (60 customer reviews)
• Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #14,342 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics)

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• Date first available at Amazon.com: November 5, 2005

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

From the Manufacturer Comprised of four miniature satellites and a low-profile center channel, the Quintet™ III Microsystem incorporates over 60 years of class-leading research and development experience. In fact, it utilizes the same cutting-edge technology as our professional cinema products, which are chosen by leading cinema operators around the world.

Efficient and Versatile Cinema Sound

The Klipsch Microsystem is versatile for a variety of setups. View larger

Each magnetically shielded satellite employs a 0.75-inch aluminum diaphragm tweeter coupled to an exclusive MicroTractrix™ Horn for precise high frequencies. The 3.5-inch long-throw woofers produce remarkable detail and clarity. The swiveling pedestal base featured on each satellite facilitates easy wall or shelf placement and gives the speaker a 180-degree range of motion, allowing users to widen or constrict the soundstage based on audience size.

The two-way magnetically shielded center channel uses the same MicroTractrix Horn tweeter and two of the 3.5-inch woofers found in the satellites to ensure an ideal sonic match and proper driver transition across the listening area. And the Microsystem's high level of efficiency ensures that you don't need to spend a fortune on amplifiers to get powerful, cinema-quality sound out of your home theater.

Complete Your System with a Klipsch Subwoofer

In order to create the low-frequency power you can hear and feel, we recommend pairing the Quintet™ III Microsystem up with our Sub-10 subwoofer (sold separately). The Sub-10 reaches deeper and hits harder thanks to a 10-inch, down-firing driver coupled to a highly efficient BASH amplifier.

In addition to its high-end components, the Quintet™ III Microsystem has a modern, refined industrial design. While the satellites and center channel feature a dark gray finish with medium gray accents, the optional Sub-10 is available in a black ash vinyl finish with titanium accents.

It's obvious something special happens while listening to your favorite music and movies on a Quintet™ III Microsystem. So what are you waiting for?

About Klipsch

Established in 1946, Klipsch-a wholly owned division of Klipsch Group, Inc.-is a leading global manufacturer of high-performance loudspeakers and other audio products for the consumer and professional markets. Through proprietary horn-loaded technology, Klipsch is committed to developing loudspeakers that create the most engaging, emotional, and dynamic entertainment experiences. A family tradition, chairman and CEO Fred S. Klipsch and his wife Judy purchased the company from founder and cousin Paul W. Klipsch in 1989. Based in Indianapolis, Ind., the company's headquarters is home to one of the most advanced professional audio research facilities in the world.

Product Description

Synergy Series Quintet III 5-Piece Home Theater Speaker System

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

87 of 89 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Who Need's Bose???, January 17, 2008

By	P. G. Keller "Packerfan75" - See all my reviews (VINE VOICE)    (REAL NAME)

This review is from: Klipsch Synergy Quintet III Home Theater Speaker System (Set of Five, Black) (Electronics)

I recently upgraded my system with a new receiver and needed some new speakers to complement them. I wanted the Bose Acoustimass speakers forever but couldn't bear dropping a G on them. I also wanted to stay in the "bookshelf" size speaker as it suited my set up better. So I decided to try these for less than half the price of the Bose. I figured I could return them if they didn't thrill me. Short story....they did.

I was floored by the fullness of the sound. They hit the highs, mids, and lows like a champ. I like to use the action bits on Terminator 3 to test out new recievers and speakers and these really impressed me with a huge wall of sound. I knew they were good when I got excited while watching a movie I'd seen so many times before. It was almost like listening to it for the first time. I also popped in some cd's and I swear I heard things in some of my music that I've never heard before.

I'd heard those Bose speakers a dozen times at Comp USA and Best Buy and really do feel these are better for a full sound. The Bose do the highs an mids really well but not the lows. These are designed to be the total package with their horn/tweeter design and they certainly perform as such. They can actually be used without a subwoofer, which is good for people who don't like the booming and rumbling that subs provide. Klipsch suggest their own subs(of course) but I felt the price was a little rich for my blood, so I use a $100 Sony powered sub and it works just fine.

They look and feel like they're made from good quality materials. In fact, I accidently dropped one from 2 1/2 feet onto a wooden floor (oops) and it was completely intact without any marks and still works perfectly. The posts on the back of the speakers make speaker wire attachment a snap. You just unscrew the cap, the wire goes through the middle of the post, then you tighten the cap back down. No problemo. A great feature. They also make placement and mounting easy as you can sit them on a shelf, like in the picture, or flip the stand part back to mount on a wall. They also pivot to point in most any angle you'd want. The center speaker doesn't though.

There are only a couple of slight negatives here. The center speaker sounds a little boxey. It could use some more treble as it leans a little more towards the mid range. Since the majority of dialog comes from the center speaker, I wanted a little more sharpness. This is minor though and doesn't hinder the experience at all. The other is the balancing. Pairing them with my new reciever to find the best sound was a bit tricky. Again, these are very slight negatives and shouldn't deter you from looking into these fabulous speakers. I'm just trying to be as honest as I can here. I never once thought of returning them though.

Klipsch has a great reputation in the audio world and touts these as their best selling compact speaker system. These are a great deal for the price as they sound huge and like they should cost alot more. If you're starting to get serious about your audio for your home theater, there's nothing else out there that's gonna top these at their size and price. Believe me, I looked.

34 of 34 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Better than Bose for less, November 2, 2008

By	William Freitag "Bill" (Philadelphia) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This review is from: Klipsch Synergy Quintet III Home Theater Speaker System (Set of Five, Black) (Electronics)

Recently was over a friend's house and noticed that he had a Bose system and was impressed with the sound. I had a Sony HTIB set up that I was not too crazy about but had to compromise because my wife is particular on how things look and will compromise perfomance. I decided to upgrade my system, but I wanted to do this without spending Bose money. I went with a Yamaha RX-V663 receiver and paired it with the Klipsch speakers. The results were beyond my expectations. The clarity of the sound was outstanding. The lows really come thru these speakers well. My wife's jaw dropped when she heard the results. I recommend people to do the research and check out these speakers. Most people see the name "Bose" and buy into the name because of there exposure on TV and magazine adds. I believe I have better sound than a bose system for a fraction of the cost.

34 of 34 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Quintet III, February 12, 2008

By	J. Bennett "Scorsese Fan 307" (Los Angeles, CA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This review is from: Klipsch Synergy Quintet III Home Theater Speaker System (Set of Five, Black) (Electronics)

I bought this from Ebay brand new for only about 359.00 dollars. What's nice is that even at a low volume you can hear a full range of sound. High end sound for a low end price. I'm sure if you have a very large living room you can stick all four speakers in the rear for 7.1 and buy a pair of large floor Klipsch speakers for the Front Right and Left. Perhaps a larger center channel if you're more than 10-15 feet from your screen. For my apartment living room these are perfect though. As I run on I should also mention that the built wall mounts are awesome! You can tilt the rear speakers inward if your couch is against the wall.