Klipsch RP-500M MKII Bookshelf Speakers

Easy to place in almost any space – these are fantastic speakers for their price point.

Klipsch has packed more than 70 years of acoustic technology into their superior bookshelf speakers. Whether you’re looking for performance or design, Klipsch bookshelf speakers have you covered. From the iconic Reference Series to the visually stunning Gallery series, Klipsch bookshelf speakers do not require you to sacrifice quality to get a visually stunning speakers, or sacrifice your home’s look to get the performance you need.

 

Klipsch bookshelf speakers back a serious punch for their size. All you need to do is find the book shelf speakers that work for you. Then, just sit back and enjoy. Drawing inspiration from the very instruments Klipsch speakers meticulously reproduce, Klipsch Reference Premiere bookshelf speakers provide bold, theatre-quality sound in a compact, bookshelf speaker with an aesthetic that exhibits a bold yet elegant audio centrepiece.

New Horn and Grille

Klipsch redesigned the Tractrix horn from a 60×90 horn to a 90×90 horn for a wider dispersion area. This square horn mouth is paired with a circular horn throat for enhanced sound staging, while maintaining the dynamic, powerful sound of a Klipsch speaker. Strong, flexible grilles magnetically detach revealing a clean baffle. Unlike the Reference II series, the magnets have been embedded within the baffle for superior high frequency diffraction reduction. A brushed polymer veneer adds more modern aesthetic for the Reference Premiere series. The clean, seamless lines of these speakers allow them to be incorporated into any decor.

Technology

Hybrid TRACTRIX Horn Technology

Klipsch proprietary Tractrix horn-loaded technology ensures high-frequency energy of the RP-600M II bookshelf speaker is aimed directly at the listener and reduces unwanted, artificial reverb caused by indirect sound bouncing off walls – meaning you experience the most clear, detailed, lifelike sound possible.

Horn Anatomy

Klipsch Reference Premiere series speakers feature a compressed moulded silicon face that’s matted to the 90×90 Tractrix horn to reduces horn resonance for a smoother frequency response. Klipsch computer modelled phase plugs acts as a mechanical filter to further ensure a smooth, flat frequency response while protecting the tweeter from damage.

All-New Vented Tweeter

A vented tweeter design reduces standing waves behind the tweeter diaphragm for a smoother high frequency reproduction. The titanium tweeter diaphragm’s light weight yet rigid composition exceeds the performance of aluminium, polymer or silk tweeters. Klipsch award-winning Linear Travel Suspension technology leverages a piston motion of the titanium diaphragm that lowers distortion and delivers real-to-life sound. A ceramic magnet housing provides premium performance, Klipsch Reference Premiere tweeters set the standard in acoustic reproduction.

Cerametallic Woofers

Klipsch Proprietary Cerametallic woofers are the RP-600M II bookshelf speaker signature statement for both sound and aesthetics. This extremely light, rigid materials holds its shape while being able to deliver lower frequencies with maximum efficiency.

Woofer Anatomy

Klipsch Cerametallic cones are matted to a dual-layer, copper-wound voice coil for exceptional conductivity. Reference Premiere woofers are housed in a non-resonating, stamped-steel basket that’s secured to a large magnet motor for exceptional efficiency and low distortion, and matched to our horn-loaded tweeters for optimal acoustic execution.

TRACTRIX Port + Dual Terminals

The rear Tractrix port is perfectly matched to the cabinet and woofers, creating ideal airflow with minimal distortion or turbulence even at the lowest frequencies. The RP-600M II bookshelf speaker features dual input terminals so you can bi-wire or bi-amp your speakers for a custom, high-performance experience.

Robust Input Terminals

Single 5-way screw terminals accept banana plugs or bare wire up to 12-gauge for flexible, lasting connections while the vibrant colour coding provides easy set-up and connection.

Furniture Grade Materials and Finishes

Finishes include ebony vinyl, walnut vinyl and piano gloss. Ebony and walnut models boast satin painted baffles with a scratch resistant finish, while the premium piano gloss cabinet is hand-sanded for a clear, mirror-like finish. The mirror-life piano gloss finish is seamless due to the meticulous hand sanded and hand polished process.

Dolby Atmos Ready

Your Klipsch Reference Premiere speaker is the perfect fit to add one of our Dolby Atmos elevation channel speakers to deliver overhead sound to your home theatre.

The Great American Speaker Company

Klipsch’s founder, Paul W. Klipsch, was an engineer, inventor, madman and certified genius. He spent his life trying to bring the world better sound. Since 1946, Klipsch have carried on their founder’s passion for delivering the best home audio experience possible. You’re not buying a speaker – you’re buying a piece of American audio history built on more than 70 years of badass acoustic technology.