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  1. Dgj123

    Solved! I hear a local radio station through my Bluetooth speakers.

    I’ve owned Klipsch ProMedia speakers for years now, I had the normal version first & later bought the Bluetooth version. The non-Bluetooth version never had any issues, but the Bluetooth version will pick up a local radio channel. The auxiliary cord is usually plugged into my monitor so I tried...
  2. R

    Solved! Help deciding between two 5.1 home theater set-ups

    Hello! I'm pretty new when it comes to home theater, but I've been doing a lot of research the past few days and was hoping some experts here could possibly help me decide. The two set-ups are: Klipsch Reference Theater Pack 5.1 Surround Sound System Logitech Z906 5.1 Surround Sound System This...
  3. damluar

    Question Need help connecting a subwoofer to a receiver without sub output

    I just bought Klipsch R-120SW active subwoofer and I can´t figure out how to connect it to my Yamaha R-S202BL receiver that has no dedicated sub output. I keep hearing about speaker-level inputs, but have no idea what it is. Subwoofer manual states that it is possible to connect even without...
  4. D

    Question Amp for klipsch r-100sw subwoofer

    My klipsch r-100sw subwoofer amp got burn due to a lightning. I am looking for a suitable plate amp or any kind of amp that goes with the speaker because I cannot afford a new one. I am from Sri Lanka and cannot find any agent for klipsch for parts also. That is why I am looking for a third...
  5. K

    Solved! Outdoor speaker setup (Klipsch)

    I'm struggling with a configuration. From pre-amp - I currently have a Niles S-245 (45w) power amp connected through volume (impedance matching) 4 volume controllers (one 60w; the others 45w) to four sets of speakers (2 in the house - study/master bedroom; 2 outside - patio and rock). I've...
  6. T

    Solved! Help in solving my speaker issue

    I have an older Samsung Smart TV that I have hooked up through my audio outlet to a great Klipsch soundbar.However, because I am hard of hearing I would like to hook up a bluetooth speaker to put next to where I sit. I only have one audio outlet to use for external speakers, but I do have a...
  7. J

    Solved! What receiver fits my speakers best

    I have some Klipsch rf 82 speakers 150 w 8 ohms. I want to know which receiver would be a better choice based on power. Sony STR-DH790 Which has 145 w 6ohms or Pioneer elite Lx 102 which has 170 w 6ohms and 80w 8ohms
  8. jtk2515

    Solved! How to hook up Klipsch RP-280F speakers to my desktop

    Good Day, I want to buy these speakers because of their aesthetic look but am unsure what I would need to hook them up to my computer as it just has the headphone jack and hdmi on it. Could someone tell me what I would need to be able to use 2 of these to my desktop...
  9. P

    Solved! Home - Klipsch Speakers with Onkyo Receiver??

    Alright guys, want to get your input on what you think of this setup: 2 Klipsch R-820-F 1 Klipsch R-34-C 1 Klipsch R-120SW 2 Klipsch RIC-65 2 Klipsch R-51-M Onkyo TX-NR676 The setup will be 5.1.2. My room is 12’ x 22’ and the home theater system will be in half the room since you are sitting so...
  10. 2

    Sony STR-D715, can I hookup a Klipsch passive subwoofer (HT-SK5 S-PM Silver).

    Reciever has no subwoofer output. Reciever has A and B speakers. Subwoofer is passive and has 1 positive and 1 negative.
  11. F

    Alarm going off...

    So, I have the R-10SW Klipsch 10" subwoofer and turning it on kinda sets off the alarm... any way to fix this? Subwoofer next to the window.
  12. D

    Solved! Klipsch subwoofer replacement

    I’m looking for a replacement subwoofer for my klipsch model SW-12 ll it’s a 150 watt 8ohm subwoofer ! Can I put a 4 ohm in as its replacement ?? It’s rated at 200 watts ? Just don’t want to cause amplifier damage !!
  13. T

    Need Help Connecting Right Channel Speaker into Receiver

    I recently bought the Onkyo TX-8270 to pair with my Klipsch R15-PM's. After hooking up the speakers to the receiver, only the left channel plays the audio. I've troubleshooted using different sources and speaker wire,switching the speaker from left to right on the receiver, nothing. The right...
  14. T

    Issues with two identical 2.1 Klipsch speaker sets?

    Hello everyone! I currently have a 2.1 Klipsch speaker set and i was thinking of getting another identical one and using them both through an audio splitter. I don't know much about sound so i wanted to know what potential issues you all would see with this. The splitter i am looking at should...
  15. J

    PC Speakers Crackling (Already Tried Common Fixes)

    I recently purchased brand new Klipsch PC speakers and as soon as I plugged them in, they started crackling. What could possibly be causing this? Things to note: *The intensity of the crackling does not change when I change the volume *Crackling gets worse when plugged into a power strip...
  16. F

    Got a HT-S3800 5.1 receiver want to use different center channel

    i have a onkyo HT-S3800 thats rated nominal at 6 ohms but i want to get a klipsch center channel for it thats rated at 8 ohms. would my receiver be pushing too much power just for that one channel since the rest of my speakers are at 6 ohms?
  17. M

    Connecting JBL 305P MkII’s & Klipsch Subwoofer to PC - How To

    Hi, I’m in the process of replacing my Audioengine A5’s, and I’ve decided on the popular JBL 305P’s. I’m looking for the best way to connect them to my PC with this subwoofer I already have. This particular sub only has RCA inputs, no outputs, so I need to know a simple way I can connect all...
  18. E

    Interchangeable satellite speakers?

    Can i take my old satellite speakers from my old system ( it was a klipsch 2.1 computer speaker system) which were far louder and use them in my new RCA 5.1 system? Asking because my old satellites were WAY louder but I replaced the system due to a bad amp, but in my new system the amps great...
  19. ftlepore

    Comparing Audioengine A5+ Wireless for Desktop

    Hey all! I have a pair of Klipsch ProMedia 2.1 for my desktop right now, and in an effort to both declutter the wires and upgrade the sound quality, the Audioengine A5+ Wireless speakers have caught my eye. Does anyone know how these two compare in quality? I know the price range is quite...
  20. T

    Klipsch R28F Speakers

    Hi, I want to buy a pair Klipsch R28F Speakers from a local guy. He stated he bought these speakers at Bestbuy in 2/18 and now has to move so he wants to sell those speakers with a R-12SW Subwoofer for total $600( 2 R28F and 1 R-12SW). Should I buy those speakers? Is it a good deal? Thanks in...
  21. O

    Need Help With Finding the Right Speakers

    I currently have the Klipsch Epic cf-2, but I want something even louder. After having these speakers for decades, I have finally decided to upgrade. Is there a full range floor standing speaker that can reach around 125db with 800 or less watts (Dual would be nice)? Thanks for the help
  22. P

    Solved! Non-Dolby Audio From My Computer Doesn't Use The Sub woofer.

    The HDMI output of my computer runs from my RX580 to my Sony STR-DH770, from there I have 4 Klipsch R-15M speakers and a R-10SW. When I use the speaker test in the sound settings everything is correct, and the speakers play the test sounds in 4.1 surround. When I play the clips from Dolby access...
  23. H

    wiring outdoor subwoofer

    I have a Klipsch AW 800 SW, how do I wire it. the subwoofer has L and R ( 4 terminals) amp connectors and the sub amp has only the POS - NEG terminals.
  24. N

    Using 8 ohms Speakers with 6 ohms Reciever

    I have Klipsch KLF10 which are rated at 8ohms and now i want a reciever which is best suited for this type of speakers. Mostly the recievers in the market are 6ohms. Can i use it? The reciever I am looking at is ONKYO TX-8150. Please help.
  25. R

    Problems with a repurposed, powered sub

    I installed an audio system in my garage and backyard recently. Yamaha receiver (202 with BT), Yamaha 150s mounted in the rafters inside the garage, and 350s mounted outside the garage facing the backyard. Everything sounds great, but I needed a little more low-end. I had a sub from a Klipsch...
  26. GetOwnedGaming

    Looking for a mini amp to power Klipsch R-15M speakers

    The title pretty much states the question. Right now I have a large, 15 year old, home theater style receiver powering them, however I just use them as computer speakers. The receiver I have is a Sony 100 watt per channel x 4 channel at 8ohms unit. I am hoping to find something smaller than...
  27. R

    Kisch Speakers for Turntable!?

    I just got into vinyl and needs a good speaker, everyone tells me the Klipsch are the best speakers in the world is that true? I need some SERIOUS help with finding the right speakers for my turntable the AUDIO TECHNICA LP120 , I want to buy the Klipsch R-15M but when I look at the back of it...
  28. R

    Repurpose my old powered sub?

    I have a new garage system A speakers mounted inside my garage, B speakers mounted outside my garage facing the backyard. I want a little extra low end and have two unused, powered subs that were part of standalone systems. One is a wireless sub from a soundbar system I don't use anymore (but it...
  29. R

    2.1 Audio setup - Mac Pro 2012

    Would like to upgrade sound on my Mac Pro, and would like to have a 2.1 setup. I have a Klipsch R-12SW Sub that is unused and I'm looking at the JBL LSR305's or??? What's the best way to get this type of setup working properly? I don't have a big budget, but I want it done right. Thank you.
  30. C

    Is there an audible difference between 2.0 and 2.1 speaker systems?

    I have been looking at a few different 2.0 (mostly Edifier) speaker systems and I have noticed that they are usually more expensive than, say, Logitech Z533. Some of them are twice as expensive as Logitech Z533, which is a 2.1 speaker system. http://www.edifier.com/int/en/speakers/r1280db...
  31. L

    how to st up my klipsch R-4B

    how to st the Klipsch r-4b to my LG 60LB5200
  32. bfcallan

    Klipsch Promedia 2.1 Speakers

    I recently just picked up a klipsche promedia system for my computer set up. My parents had a similar version by energy and it sounded great so I thought I was going to get the same. My question is, would it be worth just replacing the 3 " woofers and the 6.5" woofer with some Dayton Audio...
  33. B

    klipsch v2.1 06352757

    Subwoofer quit working I have a klipsch v2.1 06352757 subwoofer for computer...will I be able to us that with my receiver?
  34. P

    Speaker Amp Burnt Smell, Now Speakers Don't Work

    Hi everyone, I have a Klipsch ProMedia 2.1 speaker. I was playing music on this in my garage while the temperature was very hot (90s) and my amp started to have a burnt smell. I turned it off and now the speakers do not play any sound when I plug it into my phone... Rather than buy a new amp...
  35. K

    How do you connect a klipsch r- 4b soundbar and sub woofer to a samsung un55mu9000

    Cant connect tv to sounbar
  36. P

    remote compability hifi

    not sure where im supposed to post this question, but if known its å simple one. i have bought a hifi : harman kardon dpr 2005 klipsch r3-ii will a Nevo c3 (universal) control my reciever ?? im nus sure since dpr 2005 began producing in 2004 have sent harman/kardon a mail, but im bidding on...
  37. J

    Samsung TV and Klipsch Sound Bar - Volume Control

    I have a new Samsung 55" UHD (UN55MU630DFXZA) and want to control the volume on my Klipsch RB4 sound bar with the Samsung universal remote. They are connected via optical cable and it sounds great, but there is no volume control from the TV via optical. I tried connecting the two via bluetooth...
  38. S

    Klipsch promedia 4.1

    The ProMedia 4.1 has two 6.5" woofers,what is the ohms rating for the woofers. Thank you
  39. P

    Need help making right channel speaker work again

    I have Klipsch Promedia 2.1 speakers that I've bought from 2 years ago and I've been using them frequently ever since. Recently, the right channel speaker sometimes works, and sometimes it doesn't. I noticed yesterday that when I plugged the power cable of the subwoofer (to which the speakers...
  40. B

    do i need dac + amp + sound card for speaker

    hi i have motherboard asus tuf mark 2 and klipsch R-15PM POWERED MONITORS with klipsch R-10SW SUBWOOFER http://www.klipsch.com/products/r-15pm-powered-monitors http://www.klipsch.com/products/reference-subwoofers?model=r-10sw i connect the speaker to the motherboard with optical cable and the...
  41. T

    Klipsch R-12SW is making no sound??? Optical --> Insignia Soundbar --> LFE

    My roommate and I picked up a brand new Klipsch R12SW today to hook up to our living room xbox and soundbar but no matter what settings we adjust, we can't get the subwoofer to make any sound. Soundbar works fine, it is definitely playing the bass sounds through it's wimpy internal bass speaker...
  42. A

    Use old subwoofer with new speakers?

    I want to upgrade the speakers for my PC and would love some advise. I mainly use it for Gaming. I want to buy the Klipsch R-15PM or the Klipsch RB-10 but they come without a subwoofer. Buying a subwoofer on top of these will become very expensive. My current speakers have a subwoofer already...
  43. M

    Combining c/sub and left/right sound output from PC in 5.1 setup

    I have the Klipsch Promedia 2.1 (non bluetooth), the Dayton Audio B652, and some miscellaneous stereo speakers that have a removable left channel (so I can use one speaker as a standalone center speaker). My question is, can I take the output for the other channel from the center speaker (it is...
  44. C

    BIC/Acoustech PL-200 or Klipsch R-10SW?

    Hey, I'm looking for a new subwoofer. My local bestbuy is having a sale on their Klipsch R-10SW Subwoofer. Original price was $350 but now it's $175. It's peak wattwage is 300w and 150w continuous. However I found a BIC/Acoustech Platinum Series PL-200 that produces 250 continuous watts with...
  45. R

    Amp power query

    Hi all! New on here so go easy on me! I'm thinking of buying Klipsch RP-260F floor standing speakers. They have a sensitivity of 97db spl and a stated continuous power handling of 125 watts into 8 ohms. My amp (a Rotel A14) puts out 80 watts per channel continuous into 8ohms. Will my amp be...
  46. E

    Right Speaker Noise on high volume

    I have a set of 2.1 Klipsch Pro Media speakers on my computer using SoundBlaster Z card and driver. There is an issue where the right speaker emits a loud popping sound, almost like a zapping noise, when the volume is high or when there is a sudden loud noise. I am able to avoid this most of...
  47. R

    Polk Audio TSi100 or Klipsch KB-15

    Polk Audio TSi100 or Klipsch KB-15, I am looking to buy one of these for my computer/gaming setup. I havn't had luck finding any good speakers for gaming that are great quality and I was able to find a top 10 ebay list for audio and these came up. Here is the amazon link to both Klipsch KB-15...
  48. J

    I have klipsch 4.1 pro media and the sub got lost in moving. What can I do with them now?

    Are there any uses for the satellites without the sub? I've had them forever finally got them from my mini storage and the sub is no where to be found. I have two pioneer receivers (cheap ones)I've tried running them through but no sound. I'd really really like to use them again if it's...
  49. B

    witch is best bose or Klipsch

    hi i am confuse between 1- Bose Cine Mate 15 Home Theater Speaker System and 2- Klipsch R-15PM Powered Monitor
  50. J

    how to convert klipsch promedia 2.1 to 5.1 or 7.1 options?

    Can i convert klipsch promedia 2.1 to 5.1 or 7.1? would i need a new subwoofer or can i continue to use the klipsch promedia 2.1 subwoofer? I'm using a claro halo xt card, currently with promedia 2.1 plugged in.
  51. C

    Any solution for Klipsch promedia system

    Hi everyone, I have one Klipsch promedia 2.1 complete set and an additional sub-woofer. I checked the price for satellite speaker at Amazon and i founded it is totally not worth it(2 satellite speaker and 1 control i could buy a new system). Just wondering any compatible satellite speaker that...
  52. D

    Setup guide for Dolby Atmos on PC

    Hi, I am going to setup a 3.0 Dolby Atmos system on my pc. I have chosen the following Klipsch speakers: 2* RP-160M Reference Premiere Monitor Speakers with RP-140SA Add-On Dolby Atmos Enabled Elevation Speakers Reference RP-450CA Premiere Dolby Atmos Center Channel Speaker I have only used...
  53. C

    Solved! Klipsch R-15M vs Elac Debut B5

    Anyone tried either of these speakers and is willing to give some insight on them? I'm not sure which one to get. I've heard only good things about the Elacs, and that the Klipsch's can be harsh. They will be run in stereo with an Onkyo TX-8020.
  54. M

    Speaker suggestion for setup (ELAC or Klipsch)

    Hello everyone. New to the forums and looking for some guidance on speaker selection. I have recently purchased the Denon AVR-S920W and looking for recommendation on speakers to pair it with. I primarily will use this system for video games (Xbox One S and a PS4 pro). My plan is to start...
  55. C

    85w speakers 100w amp?

    I'm a bit worried now about the speaker and amp config I was planning to buy. I was planning on buying a pair of Klipsch R-15M speakers which are rated 85w continuous and an amp in a few weeks, but recently saw an Onkyo tx 8020 100w (50 wpc) stereo amp on sale for about $100 and dumbly bought...
  56. M

    Will my Onkyo TX-NR757 be able to power a 5.1 or 5.2 Klipsch R28 surround sound speaker system?

    I recently purchased the TX-NR757 and I bought a R-12SW to replace my blown sub from my very old Yamaha surround sound system... Now I am thinking about replacing all of speakers as well. I am leaning towards the Reference R28F surround sound system from Klipsch... But I have been given mixed...
  57. B

    Samsung TV to Klipsch Sound Bar

    Need to connect Samsung TV (only two HDMI outputs, one is for DISH network - the Hopper is not close to the TV) to a Klipsch Soundbar (inputs optical and AV). I would connect optical to Hopper but the box is not close enough. I am thinking I need a converter (HDMI to AV). I tried this one but...
  58. R

    Wire confusion - connecting Passive Klipsch R-14 Speakers to Harmon Kardon 3490 Receiver

    I could really use some help connecting my new reference speakers to my receiver. I previous used Tannoy powered studio monitors in my Harmon Kardon 3490 connected by monoprice XLR to Male RCA cables. I plugged them into the AUDIO Pre-Out on the receiver and this worked fine. Now I'm...
  59. J

    hooking up klipsch sb11 and lguh8500 to att uverse using hdmi

    Is there anyone here that can please assist me in this installation? I have the HDMI out of Uverse going to the Klipsch sb11 then out of the klipsch sb11 to the LG 4k uh60uhd8500 input hdmi1 arc. It works for awhile then the LG says no input, it does this for differing amounts of time...
  60. T

    Mini-Shelf System (Panasonic) vs PC Speakers (Klipsch)

    I currently have the Panasonic SA-AK520 Mini Shelf System. The sound is amazing, but I have had the unit more than 10 years and it is starting to show it's age, along with the fact that the speakers are biiiiig. I'm looking at potentially getting a new set, maybe something like the Klipsch...