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KEF Reference 1 vs Klipsch RP-160M

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Brand and Model Specifications

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Manufacturer KEF Klipsch
Model Reference 1 RP-160M
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Release Date 2014 2015
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Technical Specs

Technical characteristics of the speakers.

Amplification Type Passive Passive
Crossover Type 3-Way 2-Way
Enclosure type Bass Reflex Bass Reflex
Frequency Range (+/-3 dB)[Hz] 45 - 28000 45 - 25000
Frequency Range (-6dB)[Hz] 40 - 35000
Maximum SPL [dB] 111 112
Sensitivity (2,83 V/1 m)[dB] 85 96
Nominal Impedance (Ohms) 8 8
THD (Total Harmonic Distortion) 0.4%
Recommended Amplifier Power [W] 50 - 300 100
Crossover Frequency [Hz] 450 1800
Bass Reflex Tuning Frequency [Hz] 38
Driver Units

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

Tweeter: 1″ Titanium LTS Vented Tweeter with Hybrid Tractrix Horn Mid/Bass Drivers: 6.5″ Cerametallic Cone Woofer

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

Placements and Distances

Where and how to put them.

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

Dimensions and Weight

Physical characteristics of the speakers (without stands).

Length ~14.1 in
~358.14 mm
~35.81 cm
~12.86 in
~326.64 mm
~32.66 cm
Width ~8.3 in
~210.82 mm
~21.08 cm
~8.81 in
~223.77 mm
~22.38 cm
Height ~17.4 in
~441.96 mm
~44.2 cm
~16.67 in
~423.42 mm
~42.34 cm
Weight (Single Speaker) ~40.1 lb
~18189.05 g
~18.19 kg
~20.2 lb
~9162.57 g
~9.16 kg
Shipping Weight ~45 lb
~20411.66 g
~20.41 kg
~24 lb
~10886.22 g
~10.89 kg

Colors and Accessories

List of available colors and optional accessories.

Colors
  • Gloss White
  • High Gloss Piano Black
  • Rosewood
  • Walnut
  • Cherry
  • Ebony
  • Walnut
Accessories
  • Manual
  • Rubber Bumpers
  • Manual
Detachable Grilles Yes Yes

Price and Warranty

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Warranty 5 Years 5 Years
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