In this review, we will be comparing S 809 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 809 and Klipsch R-610F first before getting into our more
detailed comparison.
| Key Specs | Jamo S 809 | 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 | 3 x 5" Aluminized Polyfiber | 6.5" Copper-spun IMG |
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| Frequency response | 37-26k Hz | 45-21k Hz |
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| Sensitivity | 90 dB | 94 dB |
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| Impedance | 8 ohms | 8 ohms |
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| Power range | 120 watts | up to 85 watts |
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| Weight | 13.60kg / 29.9lbs | 16.36kg / 36lbs |
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| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 41.0" x 7.5" x 9.9"
1042.0 x 191.0 x 252.0mm | 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 809 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 809 |
Klipsch R-610F |
| Near-field |
Bad |
Poor |
| Small Room |
Poor |
Average |
| Mid-size Room |
Good |
Good |
| Large Room |
Good |
Poor |
| Very Large Room |
Poor |
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.
Drivers
Both S 809 and R-610F are 2-way speakers.
Jamo S 809Klipsch 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 809 |
Klipsch R-610F |
|
Driver Setup
|
2-way
|
2-way
|
|
Tweeter
|
1-inch
|
1.0-inch
|
|
Midrange
|
- |
- |
|
Woofer
|
3 x 5-inch
|
1 x 6.5-inch
|
S 809 features a 1" Tweeter and 3 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 809 has a frequency range of 37-26k Hz whereas R-610F has a frequency range of 45-21k Hz. With a minimum frequency of 37Hz, the S 809 can go significantly deeper on the low side and provide stronger bass compared to the R-610F's min frequency of 45Hz.
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 809 and R-610F have the same Impedance of 8 ohms but where they differ is the sensitivity levels. S 809 sensitivity is rated at 90 dB and the R-610F's is at 94 dB. This 4 dB difference makes the Klipsch R-610F a more sensitive speaker compared to Jamo S 809, 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.
S 809 can handle a max power of 120 watts RMS, whereas R-610F has a max power handling value of 85 watts RMS, 35 watts less than the S 809.
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 809 features Post type posts and R-610F has a Post type posts. None of these speakers feature bi-amping/bi-wiring.
Jamo S 809's Post terminals
Klipsch R-610F's Post terminals
Cabinet Type and Port Position
S 809 has a front firing port whereas R-610F has a rear firing ports. Jamo S 809'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 809 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 809's and Klipsch R-610F's external dimensions. Jamo S 809 has external dimensions of 1042.0 x 191.0 x 252.0mm (41.0 x 7.5 x 9.9inch) 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).
Jamo S 809 is 48mm narrower and 117mm less deeper than Klipsch R-610F but it is also 100mm taller.
Below you can see the front view size comparison of Jamo S 809 and Klipsch R-610F in scale.
Comparison image of Jamo S 809 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 809 is approximately 481.3cm2 / 74.6inch2 and base area of the Klipsch R-610F is approximately 881.9cm2 / 136.7inch2. The S 809 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 809 weighs 13.60kg / 29.9lbs and the Klipsch R-610F weighs 16.36kg / 36lbs. This makes the R-610F 20% heavier than the S 809.
Here is a comparison of how S 809 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 809?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of S 809:
- 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
 Max Input Power |
120 watts
vs
85 watts
|
Handle more power from your amplifier |
 Number of Woofers |
3
vs
1
|
More woofers |
|
Low Frequency Response |
37 Hz
vs
45 Hz
|
Generates deeper bass |
 High Frequency Response |
26k Hz
vs
21k Hz
|
Generates higher frequency |
 Port Position |
Front
vs
Rear
|
Gives more flexibility placing close to walls |
 Dolby Atmos Drivers |
Optional Jamo S 8 ATM Dolby Atmos upward-firing speakers
vs
No
|
Dolby Atmos Compatibility |
 Base Surface Area |
481cm2
vs
881cm2
|
Takes less floor space |
 Price per pair* |
634USD
vs
778USD
|
costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time) |
 Sensitivity |
94 dB
vs
90 dB
|
Play louder with same amount of amplification power |
|
Woofer Size |
6.5 inches
vs
5 inches
|
Larger woofer |
 Height |
942mm
vs
1042mm
|
Easier to fit in smaller spaces |
| General |
Jamo Studio S 809 |
Klipsch Reference R-610F |
| Brand |
Jamo |
Klipsch |
| Speaker Type |
Floor-standing speaker |
Floor-standing speaker |
| Power Range |
120 watts |
up to 85 watts |
| Sensitivity |
90 dB |
94 dB |
| Impedance |
8 ohms |
8 ohms |
| Frequency Response |
37-26k Hz |
45-21k Hz |
Drivers |
|
|
| Woofer Quantity |
3 |
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 |
1042.0mm (41") |
942.0mm (37.1") |
| Width |
191.0mm (7.5") |
239.0mm (9.4") |
| Depth |
252.0mm (9.9") |
369.0mm (14.5") |
| Weight |
13.60kg (29.9lbs) |
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 |
No single best speaker here - they are built to different priorities, and the right one depends on your room, your amplifier and what you listen to.
| Area | Better | Why |
|---|
| Bass | A | Jamo S 809 digs deeper - 37Hz against 45Hz. A subwoofer would even that out. |
| Amplifier needs | B | Klipsch R-610F is more sensitive (94dB vs 90dB), so it goes louder on the same amplifier. |
| Headroom | A | Jamo S 809 takes more power (120W vs 85W) - more in hand in a big room. |
| Size | depends | Jamo S 809 is easier to place; Klipsch R-610F is bigger, which usually goes with fuller bass. Your room decides. |
| Expandability | A | Jamo S 809: Atmos drivers. |
| Price | A | Jamo S 809 is cheaper - $634 against $778, about 19% less. |
A Jamo S 809 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?
Jamo S 809 is the easier recommendation: it leads on most of the measured areas and costs less. Take Klipsch R-610F 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 45Hz anyway, so judge these on the other rows instead. Match it to your room: we rate Jamo S 809 the better fit for a large room, and Klipsch R-610F for a small room.
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.