In this review, we will be comparing specifications of Q150 and R-51M, two Bookshelf cameras from KEF and Klipsch.
Let's have a brief look at the main features of KEF Q150 and Klipsch R-51M before getting into our more detailed comparison.
Let's read on the following sections in order to better understand in detail how KEF Q150 and Klipsch R-51M compares and hopefully end up with enough arguments to decide which one is better for you.
Drivers
Both Q150 and R-51M are 2-way speakers. Q150 features a 1" Dome Tweeter and 1 5.25" Aluminum Woofer with a Crossover frequency at 2500 Hz. On the other hand, R-51M features a 1" Tractrix Horn Tweeter and 1 5.25" Copper-spun IMG Woofer with a Crossover frequency at 1660 Hz.
Frequency Response
Q150 has a frequency range of 51-28k Hz whereas R-51M has a frequency range of 62-21k Hz.
Low Frequency
Bookshelf Speakers
High Frequency
Bookshelf Speakers
Impedance and Sensitivity
Q150 and R-51M has the same Impedance of 8 ohms but where they differ is the sensitivity levels. Q150 sensitivity is rated at 86 dB and R-51M's is at 93 dBd B.
Sensitivity
Bookshelf Speakers
Power Range
Q150 has a power range of 10-100 watts RMS whereas R-51M has a power range of 85 watts.
Input Type and Bi-Amping / Bi-Wiring
Q150 features Single Gold Plated Binding Posts - 5-way type posts and R-51M has a Single Gold Plated Binding Posts - 5-way type posts. None of these speakers feature b-amping/bi-wiring.
Cabinet Type and Port Position
Both Q150 and R-51M features dual binding post speaker terminals for bi-amping or bi-wiring.
Physical Specs
In this section, We are going to compare KEF Q150's and Klipsch R-51M's external dimensions.
Below you can see the front view size comparison of KEF Q150 and Klipsch R-51M.