Acoustic Energy 305 vs Klipsch Reference Premiere RP-280FA Comparison

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Brand and Model Specifications

Information about the brand, model release date.

Manufacturer	Acoustic Energy	Klipsch
Model	305	RP-280FA
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Release Date	2013	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]	35 - 32000	32 - 25000
Frequency Range (-6dB)[Hz]	-
Maximum SPL [dB]	-	123
Sensitivity (2,83 V/1 m)[dB]	90	98
Nominal Impedance (Ohms)	8	8
THD (Total Harmonic Distortion)	-
Recommended Amplifier Power [W]	200	150
Crossover Frequency [Hz]	-	1750
Bass Reflex Tuning Frequency [Hz]	-
Driver Units	HF Driver: 1x 28mm custom AE design fabric dome Mid Driver: 1x 110mm spun, hard-anodised aluminium cone LF Driver: 2x 110mm spun, hard-anodised aluminium cones	Tweeter: 1” Titanium LTS Vented Tweeter with Hybrid Tractrix Horn Mid/Bass Drivers: 2 x 8” Cerametallic Cone Woofers
Connectivity	Wired	Wired
Inputs	Single Wire	Single Wire
Outputs	-
Magnetic Shielding	No	No

Placements and Distances

Where and how to put them.

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

Dimensions and Weight

Physical characteristics of the speakers (without stands).

Length	~ in ~0 mm ~0 cm	~19.75 in ~501.65 mm ~50.17 cm
Width	~185 in ~4699 mm ~469.9 cm	~10.5 in ~266.7 mm ~26.67 cm
Height	~ in ~0 mm ~0 cm	~43 in ~1092.2 mm ~109.22 cm
Weight (Single Speaker)	~17 lb ~7711.07 g ~7.71 kg	~62.5 lb ~28349.52 g ~28.35 kg
Shipping Weight	~34 lb ~15422.14 g ~15.42 kg	~70 lb ~31751.47 g ~31.75 kg

Colors and Accessories

List of available colors and optional accessories.

Colors	Gloss black Gloss white	Ebony Cherry
Accessories	–	Manual Grille Rubber Feet
Detachable Grilles	No	Yes

Price and Warranty

Satisfaction is (not) guaranteed.

Warranty	5 Years	5 Years
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