In this review, we will be comparing RP-6000F II and Bronze 500, two Passive Floor-standing speakers from Klipsch and Monitor Audio.
Let's have a brief look at the main features
of Klipsch RP-6000F II and Monitor Audio Bronze 500 first before getting into our more
detailed comparison.
Klipsch RP-6000F II Key Specs
- 2-way Design
- 1" Tractrix Horn Tweeter
- 2 x 6.5" Cerametallic cone Woofer
- 38-25k Hz Frequency Response
- 96 dB Sensitivity
- Impedance: 8ohms
- Power Range:up to 125watts
- Weight:22.50kg
- Dimensions (H x W x D): 1007.0" x 9-5/16" x 16-15/16"( 1007.0 x 237.0 x 431.0mm )
Monitor Audio Bronze 500 Key Specs
- 2-way Design
- 1" gold dome C-CAM with uniform dispersion (UD) waveguide Tweeter
- 2 x 8" C-CAM Woofer
- 32-30k Hz Frequency Response
- 90 dB Sensitivity
- Impedance: 8ohms
- Power Range:60-200watts
- Weight:18.05kg
- Dimensions (H x W x D): 977.0" x 11-9/16" x 14-3/8"( 977.0 x 294.0 x 366.0mm )
What size room are the Klipsch RP-6000F II and Monitor Audio Bronze 500 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* |
Klipsch RP-6000F II |
Monitor Audio Bronze 500 |
| Near-field |
Bad |
Bad |
| Small Room |
Poor |
Poor |
| Mid-size Room |
Good |
Good |
| Large Room |
Good |
Good |
| Very Large Room |
Poor |
Poor |
(* 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.)
In the following sections, we will get into more detail in order to better understand how the Klipsch RP-6000F II and Monitor Audio Bronze 500 compare and hopefully end up with enough arguments to decide which one of these loudspeakers is the better choice for you.
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Drivers
Both RP-6000F II and Bronze 500 are 2-way speakers.
| Driver |
Klipsch RP-6000F II |
Monitor Audio Bronze 500 |
|
Driver Setup
|
2-way
|
2-way
|
|
Tweeter
|
1-inch
|
1-inch
|
|
Midrange
|
- |
- |
|
Woofer
|
2 x 6.5-inch
|
2 x 8-inch
|
RP-6000F II features a 1" titanium Tractrix Horn Tweeter and 2 x 6.5" Cerametallic cone Woofer with a Crossover frequency at 1770 Hz. On the other hand, the Bronze 500 features a 1" gold dome C-CAM with uniform dispersion (UD) waveguide Tweeter and 2 x 8" C-CAM Woofer .
Frequency Response
RP-6000F II has a frequency range of 38-25k Hz whereas Bronze 500 has a frequency range of 32-30k Hz. With a minimum frequency of 32Hz, the Bronze 500 can go significantly deeper on the low side and provide stronger bass compared to the RP-6000F II's min frequency of 38Hz.
Below graphs depict how these two speakers compare with the max, min and average values of the Min and Max Frequencies of other speakers in the Floor-standing class in our database.
Low Frequency
Floor-standing Speakers
High Frequency
Floor-standing Speakers
None of these speakers achieves full range experience which is commonly agreed as 20Hz-20kHz. In order to achieve lower lows / deeper bass, we recommend you pair these with a subwoofer. Visit our Powered Subwoofers section to find out more about the available options.
Impedance and Sensitivity
RP-6000F II and Bronze 500 have the same Impedance of 8 ohms but where they differ is the sensitivity levels. RP-6000F II sensitivity is rated at 96 dB and the Bronze 500's is at 90 dB. This 6 dB difference makes the Klipsch RP-6000F II a more sensitive speaker compared to Monitor Audio Bronze 500, 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. While using
an amplifier within this range ensures the nominal performance , inputting a power that is higher than the
max wattage can result in a damaged speaker.
RP-6000F II can handle a max power of 200 watts RMS from the amp the whereas RP-6000F II has a max power handling value of 125 watts RMS , 75 watts less than the Bronze 500.
Keep in mind that a higher max power handling value doesn't necessarily make that a louder speaker
compared to a lower max handling speaker. Loudness or the sound level is also impacted by parameters
such as Impedance, sensitivity and system efficiencies.
Input Type and Bi-Amping / Bi-Wiring
Both RP-6000F II and Bronze 500 features dual binding post speaker terminals for bi-amping or bi-wiring.
Klipsch RP-6000F II's Binding post terminals allows Bi-amping or bi-wiring
Physical Specs
Size of a speaker can sometimes become an important decision factor due to space constraints or in some cases purely for esthetic reasons. In this section, we are going to compare Klipsch RP-6000F II's and Monitor Audio Bronze 500's external dimensions. Klipsch RP-6000F II has external dimensions of 1007.0 x 237.0 x 431.0mm ( 39-5/8 x 9-5/16 x 16-15/16inch) whereas Monitor Audio Bronze 500 has external dimensions of 977.0 x 294.0 x 366.0mm ( 38-7/16 x 11-9/16 x 14-3/8inch) .
Monitor Audio Bronze 500 is 30mm shorter and 65mm less deeper than Klipsch RP-6000F II but it is also 57mm wider.
Below you can see the front view size comparison of Klipsch RP-6000F II and Monitor Audio Bronze 500 in scale.
Comparison image of Klipsch RP-6000F II and Monitor Audio Bronze 500 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 Klipsch RP-6000F II is approximately 1021.5cm2 / 158.3inch2 and base area of the Monitor Audio Bronze 500 is approximately 1076.0cm2 / 166.8inch2. The RP-6000F II requires 5% less surface area than the Bronze 500 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 Klipsch RP-6000F II weighs 22.50kg / 49.5lbs and the Monitor Audio Bronze 500 weighs 18.05kg / 39.7lbs. This makes the RP-6000F II 25% heavier than the Bronze 500.
Here is a comparison of how RP-6000F II and Bronze 500'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 Klipsch RP-6000F II?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of RP-6000F II:
Floorstanding loudspeakerStabilizer feet (pre-installed)Grille2 Terminal jumpers (pre-installed)Rubber cap (pre-installed)User ManualImportant Safety InstructionsWarranty Information
What's in the Box of Monitor Audio Bronze 500?
Here are the items that come with the Bronze 500:
Floorstanding loudspeakerGrille4 Outrigger feet (w/ 4 adjustment dials and locking-nuts)4 Spikes (pre-installed on outrigger feet)4 Rubber feet4 Large course-thread screws4 Small machine screws2 Terminal-jumpers (pre-installed)2 Foam port plugsHex-keyQuick Start GuideImportant Safety Instructions
 Sensitivity |
96 dB
vs
90 dB
|
Play louder with same amount of amplification power |
 Base Surface Area |
1021cm2
vs
1076cm2
|
Takes less floor space |
 Max Input Power |
200 watts
vs
125 watts
|
Handle more power from your amplifier |
 Woofer Size |
8 inches
vs
6.5 inches
|
Larger woofer |
|
Low Frequency Response |
32 Hz
vs
38 Hz
|
Generates deeper bass |
 High Frequency Response |
30k Hz
vs
25k Hz
|
Generates higher frequency |
 Height |
977mm
vs
1007mm
|
Easier to fit in smaller spaces |
 Price per pair* |
1496USD
vs
1498USD
|
costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time) |
| General |
Klipsch Reference Premiere RP-6000F II |
Monitor Audio Bronze 500 |
| Brand |
Klipsch |
Monitor Audio |
| Speaker Type |
Floor-standing speaker |
Floor-standing speaker |
| Power Range |
up to 125 watts |
60-200 watts |
| Sensitivity |
96 dB |
90 dB |
| Impedance |
8 ohms |
8 ohms |
| Frequency Response |
38-25k Hz |
32-30k Hz |
Drivers |
|
|
| Woofer Quantity |
2 |
2 |
| Woofer Size |
6.5" |
8" |
| Woofer Composition |
Cerametallic cone |
C-CAM |
| Woofer Surround Material |
Rubber |
Rubber |
| Tweeter Size |
1" |
1" |
| Tweeter Type |
Tractrix Horn |
gold dome C-CAM with uniform dispersion (UD) waveguide |
| Aimable Tweeter |
No |
No |
| Midrange Driver |
No |
No |
| Crossover Frequency |
1770 Hz |
n/a |
| Firing Direction |
rear |
n/a |
Physical Specs |
|
|
| Height |
1007.0mm (39.6") |
977.0mm (38.5") |
| Width |
237.0mm (9.3") |
294.0mm (11.6") |
| Depth |
431.0mm (17") |
366.0mm (14.4") |
| Weight |
22.50kg (49.5lbs) |
18.05kg (39.7lbs) |
| Enclosure |
Bass Reflex |
Bass Reflex |
| Finish |
MDF/Wood-grain vinyl |
MDF/Vinyl |
| Available Colors |
Walnut, Black |
Black |
| Grille |
Yes |
Yes |
| Moisture Resistancy |
No |
No |
Connections |
|
|
| Biamp Inputs |
Yes |
Yes |
Other |
|
|
| Parts Warranty |
5 Years |
5 Years |
| Labor Warranty |
5 Years |
5 Years |