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Klipsch RP-280F vs KEF Reference 1

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Brand and Model Specifications

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Manufacturer Klipsch KEF
Model RP-280F Reference 1
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Release Date 2015 2014
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Technical Specs

Technical characteristics of the speakers.

Amplification Type Passive Passive
Crossover Type 2-Way 3-Way
Enclosure type Bass Reflex Bass Reflex
Frequency Range (+/-3 dB)[Hz] 32 - 25000 45 - 28000
Frequency Range (-6dB)[Hz] - 40 - 35000
Maximum SPL [dB] - 111
Sensitivity (2,83 V/1 m)[dB] 98 85
Nominal Impedance (Ohms) 8 8
THD (Total Harmonic Distortion) - 0.4%
Recommended Amplifier Power [W] - 50 - 300
Crossover Frequency [Hz] 1750 450
Bass Reflex Tuning Frequency [Hz] - 38
Driver Units

Tweeter: 1″ Titanium LTS Tweeter with Hybrid Cross-Section Tractrix Horn
Mid/Bass Drivers: Dual 8″ Cerametallic Cone Woofers

Tweeter:  1″ Aluminum
Midrange:  5″ Aluminum
Woofer:  6.5″ Aluminum

Connectivity Wired Wired
Inputs Single Wire Single Wire
Outputs - None
Magnetic Shielding No No

Placements and Distances

Where and how to put them.

Form Factor Floor Stand
Distance from Wall [cm] 15 20

Dimensions and Weight

Physical characteristics of the speakers (without stands).

Length ~10.5 in
~266.7 mm
~26.67 cm
~14.1 in
~358.14 mm
~35.81 cm
Width ~16.37 in
~415.8 mm
~41.58 cm
~8.3 in
~210.82 mm
~21.08 cm
Height ~43.12 in
~1095.25 mm
~109.52 cm
~17.4 in
~441.96 mm
~44.2 cm
Weight (Single Speaker) ~62.5 lb
~28349.52 g
~28.35 kg
~40.1 lb
~18189.05 g
~18.19 kg
Shipping Weight ~63 lb
~28576.32 g
~28.58 kg
~45 lb
~20411.66 g
~20.41 kg

Colors and Accessories

List of available colors and optional accessories.

Colors
  • Ebony
  • Cherry
  • Gloss White
  • High Gloss Piano Black
  • Rosewood
  • Walnut
Accessories

  • Manual
  • Rubber Bumpers
Detachable Grilles Yes Yes

Price and Warranty

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Warranty 5 Years 5 Years
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