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  3. Fyne Audio F501S vs KLH Concord

Fyne Audio F501S vs KLH Concord Comparison

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Fyne Audio F501S

Passive Floor-standing | 36-34k Hz

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KLH Concord

Passive Floor-standing | 28-23k Hz

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Fyne Audio F501S vs KLH Concord Speaker Comparison

In this review, we will be comparing F501S and Concord, two Passive Floor-standing speakers from Fyne Audio and KLH.

Let's have a brief look at the main features of Fyne Audio F501S and KLH Concord first before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Key SpecsFyne Audio F501SKLH Concord
Design3-way2-way
Tweeter—1"
Woofer—2 x 6.5" Kevlar
Frequency response36-34k Hz28-23k Hz
Sensitivity90 dB94 dB
Impedance8 ohms8 ohms
Power range—up to 225 watts
Weight18.60kg / 40.9lbs20.45kg / 45lbs
Dimensions (H x W x D)38.7" x 9.84" x 12.5"
983.0 x 249.9 x 317.5mm
40-3/8" x 8-5/16" x 14-15/16"
1026.0 x 212.0 x 380.0mm

The sections below take each area in turn: drivers, frequency response, physical size and what you get in the box.


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Drivers

One of the fundamental differences between these two speakers is that F501S is a 3-way design whereas the Concord is a 2-way speaker. 3-way designs utilize a midrange driver in addition to the tweeter and woofer on 2-way designs. Designing a crossover for a 3-way speaker is a complicated process and generally increases the overall cost of the speaker.

Driver Fyne Audio F501S KLH Concord
Driver Setup 3-way 2-way
Tweeter -inch 1-inch
Midrange - -
Woofer x -inch 2 x 6.5-inch

F501S features a " Tweeter and x " Woofer with a Crossover frequency at 250 Hz, 1700 Hz. On the other hand, the Concord features a 1" anodized aluminum Tweeter and 2 x 6.5" Kevlar Woofer.

Frequency Response

F501S has a frequency range of 36-34k Hz whereas Concord has a frequency range of 28-23k Hz. With a minimum frequency of 28Hz, the Concord can go significantly deeper on the low side and provide stronger bass compared to the F501S's min frequency of 36Hz.

The graph below depicts how these two speakers compare with the max, min and average Low Frequency values of other speakers in the Floor-standing class in our database.

Low Frequency

Floor-standing Speakers

F501S
Concord
Min
Average
Median

Neither pair reaches down to 20Hz, the usual definition of full-range, which is normal for speakers of this size. If you want the bottom octave for movies or bass-heavy music, add a subwoofer to whichever you choose. Visit our Powered Subwoofers section to find out more about the available options.

Impedance and Sensitivity

F501S and Concord have the same Impedance of 8 ohms but where they differ is the sensitivity levels. F501S sensitivity is rated at 90 dB and the Concord's is at 94 dB. This 4 dB difference makes the KLH Concord a more sensitive speaker compared to Fyne Audio F501S, hence will play louder with the same amount of watts.

Sensitivity

Floor-standing Speakers

F501S
Concord
Min
Average
Median

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Fyne Audio F501S
 
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Input Type and Bi-Amping / Bi-Wiring

F501S features 5-Way post type posts and Concord has a 5-Way post type posts. None of these speakers feature bi-amping/bi-wiring.

KLH Concord Terminals
KLH Concord's 5-Way post terminals

Physical Specs

The size of a speaker can sometimes be an important decision factor due to space constraints or in some cases purely for esthetic reasons. In this section, we are going to compare Fyne Audio F501S's and KLH Concord's external dimensions. Fyne Audio F501S has external dimensions of 983.0 x 249.9 x 317.5mm (38.7 x 9.84 x 12.5inch) whereas KLH Concord has external dimensions of 1026.0 x 212.0 x 380.0mm (40-3/8 x 8-5/16 x 14-15/16inch).

Fyne Audio F501S is 43mm shorter and 62.5mm less deeper than KLH Concord but it is also 37.9mm wider.

Base Surface Area Comparison
Base surface area of a loudspeaker may become a determining factor when the space in your room or desk is limited. The base surface area of the Fyne Audio F501S is approximately 793.4cm2 / 123.0inch2 and base area of the KLH Concord is approximately 805.6cm2 / 124.9inch2. The F501S requires 2% less surface area than the Concord which gives it a small advantage on placement in tight spaces.

Weight Comparison

The weight of a loudspeaker can become an important factor if you need to move and reposition the unit often. Weight of a speaker can also "sometimes" be an indicator of the rigidity of the enclosure and the quality of the internal components used. The Fyne Audio F501S weighs 18.60kg / 40.9lbs and the KLH Concord weighs 20.45kg / 45lbs. This makes the Concord 10% heavier than the F501S.

Here is a comparison of how F501S and Concord's weights compare with the average, max and min weights in Passive Floor-standing class.

Weight
All Floor-standing Speakers
Fyne Audio F501S
KLH Concord
Min
Average
Max

What's in the Box of KLH Concord?

Here are the items that come with the Concord:
  • Floorstanding loudspeaker
  • Grille
  • 4 Spike feet (w/ locking nut attached)
  • 4 Protective discs
  • 4 Rubber feet
  • Port plug
  • Manual
  • ATTENTION! note


Reasons to choose Fyne Audio F501S over KLH Concord

Driver Setup 3-way vs 2-way Have a dedicated mid-range driver
High Frequency Response 34k Hz vs 23k Hz Generates higher frequency
Height 983mm vs 1026mm Easier to fit in smaller spaces
Base Surface Area 793cm2 vs 805cm2 Takes less floor space

Reasons to choose KLH Concord over Fyne Audio F501S

Sensitivity 94 dB vs 90 dB Play louder with same amount of amplification power
Woofer Size 6.5 inches vs inches Larger woofer
Low Frequency Response 28 Hz vs 36 Hz Generates deeper bass
Price per pair* 1000USD vs 2799USD costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time)

Fyne Audio F501S vs KLH Concord Specs Table

Detailed comparison of specifications
General Fyne Audio F501S KLH Concord
Brand Fyne Audio KLH
Speaker Type Floor-standing speaker Floor-standing speaker
Sensitivity 90 dB 94 dB
Impedance 8 ohms 8 ohms
Frequency Response 36-34k Hz 28-23k Hz
Drivers
Woofer Quantity 2
Woofer Size " 6.5"
Woofer Composition Kevlar
Woofer Surround Material n/a Butyl Rubber
Tweeter Size - 1"
Aimable Tweeter No No
Midrange Driver No No
Crossover Frequency 250 Hz, 1700 Hz n/a
Physical Specs
Height 983.0mm (38.7") 1026.0mm (40.4")
Width 249.9mm (9.8") 212.0mm (8.3")
Depth 317.5mm (12.5") 380.0mm (15")
Weight 18.60kg (40.9lbs) 20.45kg (45lbs)
Enclosure Bass Reflex Bass Reflex
Finish n/a MDF/Wood-grain vinyl
Available Colors n/a Black
Grille Yes Yes
Moisture Resistancy No No
Connections
Biamp Inputs n/a No
Other
Parts Warranty 10 Years
Labor Warranty 10 Years

Verdict

These sit in different price classes - Fyne Audio F501S costs roughly 2.8x what KLH Concord does. Expect it to lead on paper; the question is whether the gap is audible enough in your room to be worth it.

AreaBetterWhy
Bass B KLH Concord digs deeper - 28Hz against 36Hz. A subwoofer would even that out.
Amplifier needs B KLH Concord is more sensitive (94dB vs 90dB), so it goes louder on the same amplifier.
Size depends Similar cabinet size - neither is easier to fit.
Price B KLH Concord is cheaper - $1,000 against $2,799, about 64% less; arguably a different class.

A Fyne Audio F501S   B KLH Concord
depends neither is better in the abstract - it turns on your room, placement or how you will use them. Only specs published for both speakers are judged; anything missing on either side is left out rather than guessed.

Which should you choose?

KLH Concord is the easier recommendation: it leads on most of the measured areas and costs less. Take Fyne Audio F501S if its size, looks or fit in your room suit you better. If a subwoofer is in your plans, the bass gap largely stops mattering - you would be crossing over above 36Hz anyway, so judge these on the other rows instead. If your amplifier is modest, vintage or valve-based, KLH Concord is the safer partner - the other will want more current or more watts to sound its best.

And remember what a spec sheet cannot show: how each looks in your room and whether the finish suits it, what dealer support and warranty are like where you live, and how they actually sound to you. If you can hear them first - ideally with your own music - that will tell you more than any number above.


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