i've liked the newer better klipsch models when i've heard them and consider them a good value.
Review: Klipsch RF-3 Speaker
Category: Speakers
I first heard the RB-5's used as monitors and was completely taken off guard. I did not realize the sound that properly constructed horn speakers were capable of. I decided to purchase a pair of RF-3's for my home theater system, and found a used pair of RB-5 for the rears, and a used RC-3 for the center. This system retired my Magnapan speakers for good.
Maggies are fine speakers, and do many things very well. However, the Klipsch in my listening room are alive, and I sometimes have to remind myself that the performers are not in the same room with me.
Overall, I am very pleased with my purchase and the performance of the Klipsch paired with my equipment.
Associated gear
Marantz SR-19EX Receiver
Marantz MM 9000 Amp
NAD T-550 DVD
Adcom GCD 700 CD
Klipsch RC-3 center, Klipsch RB-5 rears
Similar products
Monitor Audio Silver 5i
Magnepan MG-10
I first heard the RB-5's used as monitors and was completely taken off guard. I did not realize the sound that properly constructed horn speakers were capable of. I decided to purchase a pair of RF-3's for my home theater system, and found a used pair of RB-5 for the rears, and a used RC-3 for the center. This system retired my Magnapan speakers for good.
Maggies are fine speakers, and do many things very well. However, the Klipsch in my listening room are alive, and I sometimes have to remind myself that the performers are not in the same room with me.
Overall, I am very pleased with my purchase and the performance of the Klipsch paired with my equipment.
Associated gear
Marantz SR-19EX Receiver
Marantz MM 9000 Amp
NAD T-550 DVD
Adcom GCD 700 CD
Klipsch RC-3 center, Klipsch RB-5 rears
Similar products
Monitor Audio Silver 5i
Magnepan MG-10