Kman Posted March 10, 2003 Share Posted March 10, 2003 I was thinking of picking up 2 pairs of these for some music in a modest room- I have not had a chance to listen to them, but was wondering how they sound- any owners out there? They seem like some nice little reference speakers. -I have a pair of KG1.5s (which I haven't listen to in years...long story) how do they compare with these speakers? Thanks Kman Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Orange Peel Posted March 10, 2003 Share Posted March 10, 2003 I have heard them at the store and they are real nice for their size, if room is a problem, I would buy a pair. I don't think you can go wrong with any Klipsch speaker, I mean they all sound incredible and are decently priced too. I would get them or look at some in-wall speakers, they have some AMAZING sound, that's why I bought a pair of RCR-5's, INSANE sound out of a in wall, sounds just like a full range tower. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prodj101 Posted March 11, 2003 Share Posted March 11, 2003 instead of 2 pairs of RB-3's why not get one pair of RF-3's? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattbugz Posted March 11, 2003 Share Posted March 11, 2003 Sorry, I can't compare the RB3 against your KG1.5. However, I do own a pair of RB3's and I can tell you they are awesome IMHO! I recently upgraded my HT and started out with the Synergy series. I went back and listened to the Reference series and had to upgrade. I decided against the floor standing for both size and fit of my room. I think the best thing to do is to audition each and just decide on which fits best for you. BTW: You should also read the NewsCenter because within the month, the RB3 series will be obselete so to speak. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danbry39 Posted March 13, 2003 Share Posted March 13, 2003 I've heard the RB-3's and really liked the sound. Of course, I'm a bit against the grain altogether as I prefer the RB-5's over the Rf-3's. It's really a matter of ones own ears I guess. Anyway, I do like the fact that you can order them with the nice veneers and also, if the line is being discontinued, it might be a great opportunity to get some RB-3's on the cheap. Newer doesn't always mean better. If you like them and they fit into your room, buy them. You might wish to add a nice sub like an Adire or Hsu VTF-2 later to fill out the sound some. Good luck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kman Posted March 13, 2003 Author Share Posted March 13, 2003 Thanks for the replies guys, I'm not sure I can score on the RB5s, but the RB3s would be just to use in a smaller room to listen to music and stuff- no home theater or anyting like that- probably would be running them with NAD seperates- so I was thinking 2pair would be nice Kman Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill H. Posted March 13, 2003 Share Posted March 13, 2003 Matt, I beleive the RB3 series is just being renamed the RB35........ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill H. Posted March 13, 2003 Share Posted March 13, 2003 Matt, In total, there are 14 new Klipsch Reference Series loudspeakers. Included are three passive towers (RF-15, RF-25, and RF-35), four bookshelf models (RB-15, RB-25, RB-35, and RB-75), two center channels (RC-25 and RC-35), two surround speakers (RS-25 and RS-35), which include Klipschs exclusive Wide Dispersion Surround Technology (WDST), and three new subwoofers that debut Klipschs new Corner Port Technology. I think the RB3 series is just being renamed the RB35........ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattbugz Posted March 13, 2003 Share Posted March 13, 2003 Bill, The RB25(replaces RB3) just comes with minor cosmetic changes (magnetic grilles, full copper colored drivers). But as far as performance, I think you're right. They're probably identical. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marksdad Posted March 16, 2003 Share Posted March 16, 2003 i have heard the 3's and was unimpressed, i agree the way to go, and for cheaper i might add is the rf 3, it just has more for 2 channel, especially bass, or have a little patience and go to e bay and get a set of heresies, now thats the ticket Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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