In this review, we will be comparing S 805 and R-610F, two Passive Floor-standing speakers from Jamo and Klipsch.
Let's have a brief look at the main features
of Jamo S 805 and Klipsch R-610F first before getting into our more
detailed comparison.
| Key Specs | Jamo S 805 | Klipsch R-610F |
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| Brand | Jamo
Denmark · founded 1966 | Klipsch
United States · founded 1946 |
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| Design | 2-way | 2-way |
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| Tweeter | 1" | 1.0" |
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| Woofer | 5" Aluminized Polyfiber | 6.5" Copper-spun IMG |
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| Frequency response | 49-26k Hz | 45-21k Hz |
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| Sensitivity | 88 dB | 94 dB |
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| Impedance | 8 ohms | 8 ohms |
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| Power range | up to 80 watts | up to 85 watts |
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| Weight | 8.60kg / 18.9lbs | 16.36kg / 36lbs |
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| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 31" x 7-1/2" x 9-15/16"
787 x 191 x 252 mm | 37-1/16" x 9-3/8" x 14-1/2"
942.0 x 239.0 x 369.0mm |
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What size room are the Jamo S 805 and Klipsch R-610F speakers good for?
The size of the room in which you are planning to use these loudspeakers is an important decision
factor. Here we have compared their suitability to various sizes of environments considering their size
and max power parameters:
| Listening Environment* |
Jamo S 805 |
Klipsch R-610F |
| Near-field |
Poor |
Poor |
| Small Room |
Average |
Average |
| Mid-size Room |
Good |
Good |
| Large Room |
Poor |
Poor |
| Very Large Room |
Bad |
Bad |
(* Approximate Room sizes: Small < 100sq. ft / 9 m2,
Mid-size: 100-220 sq. ft / 9-20 m2, Large 220-400 sq. ft / 20-36 m2, Very Large: >
400 sq. ft / 36 m2.
Average Floor Height: 9" / 2.7m. Typical room sizes differ from country to country, and the actual
listening experience changes depending on floor height, room shape, surface materials, listening
position, speaker locations, etc.)
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
Both S 805 and R-610F are 2-way speakers.
Jamo S 805Klipsch R-610F
TweeterWoofer
Front view, drawn to scale - cabinets and drivers share one scale, so sizes are directly comparable. Hover a driver for its size.
| Driver |
Jamo S 805 |
Klipsch R-610F |
|
Driver Setup
|
2-way
|
2-way
|
|
Tweeter
|
1-inch
|
1.0-inch
|
|
Midrange
|
- |
- |
|
Woofer
|
1 x 5-inch
|
1 x 6.5-inch
|
S 805 features a 1" Tweeter and 1 x 5" Aluminized Polyfiber Woofer with a Crossover frequency at 2000Hz. On the other hand, the R-610F features a 1.0" Tweeter and 1 x 6.5" Copper-spun IMG Woofer.
Frequency Response
S 805 has a frequency range of 49-26k Hz whereas R-610F has a frequency range of 45-21k Hz. With a minimum frequency of 45Hz, the R-610F can go slightly deeper then the S 805's min frequency of 49Hz.
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
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
S 805 and R-610F have the same Impedance of 8 ohms but where they differ is the sensitivity levels. S 805 sensitivity is rated at 88 dB and the R-610F's is at 94 dB. This 6 dB difference makes the Klipsch R-610F a more sensitive speaker compared to Jamo S 805, hence will play louder with the same amount of watts.
Sensitivity
Floor-standing Speakers
Power Range
Power
range is the range of input power in watts RMS that a loudspeaker is designed to handle. Staying
within that range gives nominal performance; driving the speaker beyond its maximum wattage can damage it.
R-610F can handle a max power of 85 watts RMS, whereas S 805 has a max power handling value of 80 watts RMS, 5 watts less than the R-610F.
Note that higher power handling does not make a speaker louder: that depends mainly on
sensitivity and impedance. The calculator below shows how loud each of these actually plays
on a real amplifier.
Which plays louder on your amplifier?
Starting with a popular amplifier - change it to the one you own, or any you are
considering, and watch both numbers move.
Input Type and Bi-Amping / Bi-Wiring
S 805 features Post type posts and R-610F has a Post type posts. None of these speakers feature bi-amping/bi-wiring.
Jamo S 805's Binding post terminals
Klipsch R-610F's Post terminals
Cabinet Type and Port Position
S 805 has a front firing port whereas R-610F has a rear firing ports. Jamo S 805's front-firing port gives more flexibility in placement in regards to proximity to walls compared to Klipsch R-610F with its rear-firing port.
Jamo S 805 Port
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 Jamo S 805's and Klipsch R-610F's external dimensions. Jamo S 805 has external dimensions of 787 x 191 x 252 mm (31 x 7-1/2 x 9-15/16 inch) whereas Klipsch R-610F has external dimensions of 942.0 x 239.0 x 369.0mm (37-1/16 x 9-3/8 x 14-1/2inch).
Klipsch R-610F is clearly the larger of the two speakers. Its body is 48mm wider, 155mm taller and 117mm deeper than Jamo S 805.
Below you can see the front view size comparison of Jamo S 805 and Klipsch R-610F in scale.
Comparison image of Jamo S 805 and Klipsch R-610F Size and External Dimensions
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 Jamo S 805 is approximately 481.3cm2 / 74.6inch2 and base area of the Klipsch R-610F is approximately 881.9cm2 / 136.7inch2. The S 805 requires 45% less surface area than the R-610F 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 Jamo S 805 weighs 8.60kg / 18.9lbs and the Klipsch R-610F weighs 16.36kg / 36lbs. This makes the R-610F 90% heavier than the S 805.
Here is a comparison of how S 805 and R-610F's weights compare with the average, max and min weights in Passive Floor-standing class.
Weight
All Floor-standing Speakers
What's in the Box of Jamo S 805?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of S 805:
- 2 Floorstanding loudspeakers
- 2 Grilles
- 8 Mounting feet
- 16 Screws
- User Manual
- Important Safety Instructions
- Warranty Information
What's in the Box of Klipsch R-610F?
Here are the items that come with the R-610F:
- Floorstanding loudspeaker
- Grille (installed)
- 2 Feet
- 4 Screws
- Quick Setup Guide
- Important Safety Instructions
- Warranty Information
- Loudspeaker Feet note
 High Frequency Response |
26k Hz
vs
21k Hz
|
Generates higher frequency |
 Port Position |
Front
vs
Rear
|
Gives more flexibility placing close to walls |
 Height |
787mm
vs
942mm
|
Easier to fit in smaller spaces |
 Base Surface Area |
481cm2
vs
881cm2
|
Takes less floor space |
 Price per pair* |
344USD
vs
778USD
|
costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time) |
 Max Input Power |
85 watts
vs
80 watts
|
Handle more power from your amplifier |
 Sensitivity |
94 dB
vs
88 dB
|
Play louder with same amount of amplification power |
 Woofer Size |
6.5 inches
vs
5 inches
|
Larger woofer |
|
Low Frequency Response |
45 Hz
vs
49 Hz
|
Generates deeper bass |
| General |
Jamo Studio S 805 |
Klipsch Reference R-610F |
| Brand |
Jamo |
Klipsch |
| Speaker Type |
Floor-standing |
Floor-standing speaker |
| Power Range |
up to 80 watts |
up to 85 watts |
| Sensitivity |
88 dB |
94 dB |
| Impedance |
8 ohms |
8 ohms |
| Frequency Response |
49-26k Hz |
45-21k Hz |
Drivers |
|
|
| Woofer Quantity |
1 |
1 |
| Woofer Size |
5" |
6.5" |
| Woofer Composition |
Aluminized Polyfiber |
Copper-spun IMG |
| Woofer Surround Material |
Rubber |
Rubber |
| Tweeter Size |
1" |
1.0" |
| Aimable Tweeter |
No |
No |
| Midrange Driver |
No |
No |
| Crossover Frequency |
2000Hz |
n/a |
| Firing Direction |
front |
rear |
Physical Specs |
|
|
| Height |
787.0mm (31") |
942.0mm (37.1") |
| Width |
191.0mm (7.5") |
239.0mm (9.4") |
| Depth |
252.0mm (9.9") |
369.0mm (14.5") |
| Weight |
8.60kg (18.9lbs) |
16.36kg (36lbs) |
| Enclosure |
Bass Reflex |
Bass Reflex |
| Finish |
MDF/Vinyl |
MDF/Wood-grain vinyl |
| Available Colors |
Walnut |
Black |
| Grille |
Yes |
Yes |
| Moisture Resistancy |
No |
No |
Connections |
|
|
| Biamp Inputs |
No |
No |
Other |
|
|
| Parts Warranty |
5 Years |
5 Years |
| Labor Warranty |
5 Years |
5 Years |
These sit in different price classes - Klipsch R-610F costs roughly 2.3x what Jamo S 805 does. Expect it to lead on paper; the question is whether the gap is audible enough in your room to be worth it.
| Area | Better | Why |
|---|
| Bass | B | Klipsch R-610F digs deeper - 45Hz against 49Hz. A subwoofer would even that out. |
| Amplifier needs | B | Klipsch R-610F is more sensitive (94dB vs 88dB), so it goes louder on the same amplifier. |
| Headroom | evenly matched | Similar power handling (80W vs 85W). |
| Size | depends | Jamo S 805 is easier to place; Klipsch R-610F is bigger, which usually goes with fuller bass. Your room decides. |
| Price | A | Jamo S 805 is cheaper - $344 against $778, about 56% less; arguably a different class. |
A Jamo S 805 B Klipsch R-610F
depends neither is better in the abstract - it turns on your room, your system 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?
The usual trade-off: Klipsch R-610F measures better, Jamo S 805 costs about about 126% more% less. Whether that gap is worth the money is the call only you can make - and in a normal room it is often smaller than the numbers suggest. In a large or open-plan room, Klipsch R-610F has the cabinet volume to fill it more easily; in a small room, near a wall or at desk distance, Jamo S 805 is the easier speaker to get right. If your amplifier is modest, vintage or valve-based, Klipsch R-610F 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.