They are the successors to the Klipsch RP-8000, increasing the size of the speaker to achieve a wider soundstage and greater directivity.
It also features the exclusive linear displacement suspension minimizes distortion for enhanced, detailed performance. The LTS tweeters are a hallmark of previous Reference lines.
The vented tweeter housing reduces standing waves that create unwanted harmonics, resulting in greater detail and clarity in high-frequency reproduction.
A signature feature of the Reference Premiere Series, Cerametallic woofers are exceptionally rigid and lightweight for minimal distortion and maximum efficiency. Aluminum shorting rings reduce distortion as well as increased power handling and motor structure improve traffic response with more control with greater speed and precision.
Using Tractrix geometry, the Reference Premiere's ports allow for more efficient and faster air transfer from the cabinet, reducing port noise for punchier low frequencies. Klipsch Tractrix ports have custom designed interior ports that help reduce turbulence of air entering the port. Less turbulent air helps reduce port noise for cleaner, more powerful bass.
Dual input terminals for bi-wiring/bi-amping capabilities. Bi-wiring separates high- and low-frequency current into separate speaker cables, reducing intermodulation distortion, for clearer midrange. Bi-amping allows customization via external crossovers when using separate amplifiers.
The split shell minimizes shell resonances and vibrations, for maximum transparency and clarity.
Upgrading to Dolby Atmos is extremely easy with the simple, hidden connections located on the back of the speakers. These refined connections reduce the number of cables showing and keep them in place for better cable management.
Cast aluminum feet provide a more modern look with less resonance than MDF or ABS plastic. It is mechanically designed to minimize the surface area in contact with the ground, decoupling the speaker for faster, tighter low frequencies and more detail.
The grilles are resistant, flexible and removable and attach magnetically.
Characteristics:
- 2-way/3-speaker system with rear bass reflex ports.
- 1" LTS vented tweeter with expanded Tractrix hybrid section horn.
- Dual 8" ceramic cone woofers with Faraday rings.
- Frequency response: 35Hz to 25kHz +/- 3dB.
- Sensitivity: 98dB @ 2.83V / 1m.
- Power handling: 150W (Continuous) with up to 600W peak.
- Nominal impedance: 8 Ohms.
- Crossover frequency: 1630Hz.
- Enclosure material: MDF (with internal reinforcements).
- Prepared for bi-connection/bi-amplification and extension to Atmos.
- Measurements: 109.5 cm high x 46.3 cm deep x 27.5 cm wide.
- Weight: 27.85 kg.
- Ebony or walnut finishes with scratch resistance.
Price per pair.
