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Klipsch Reference Premiere RP-600M vs Polk Audio TSi100
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Klipsch RP-600M vs Polk TSi100 Speaker Comparison

In this review, we will be comparing specifications of RP-600M and TSi100, two Bookshelf speakers from Klipsch and Polk Audio.

Let's have a brief look at the main features of Klipsch RP-600M and Polk TSi100 before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Klipsch RP-600M Key Specs

  • 1" Tractrix Horn Tweeter
  • 6.5" Cerametallic Woofer
  • 45-25k Hz Frequency Response
  • 96 dB Sensitivity
  • Impedance: 8ohms
  • Power Range:100watts
  • Weight: 16 lbs
  • Dimensions (H x W x D): 399.0" x 7.9" x 11.8"( 399.0mm x 202.0mm x 301.0mm )

Polk TSi100 Key Specs

  • 1" Dome Tweeter
  • 5.25" Organic Fiber Woofer
  • 61-24k Hz Frequency Response
  • 89 dB Sensitivity
  • Impedance: 8ohms
  • Power Range:20-100watts
  • Weight: 10 lbs
  • Dimensions (H x W x D): 279.4" x 7.0" x 10.1"( 279.4mm x 177.8mm x 259.0mm )

Let's read on the following sections in order to better understand in detail how Klipsch RP-600M and Polk TSi100 compares and hopefully end up with enough arguments to decide which one is better for you.



Drivers

Both RP-600M and TSi100 are 2-way speakers. RP-600M features a 1" Tractrix Horn Tweeter , a " Midrange and 1 x 6.5" Cerametallic Woofer with a Crossover frequency at 1500 Hz. On the other hand, TSi100 features a 1" Dome Tweeter , a " Midrange and 1 x 5.25" Organic Fiber Woofer with a Crossover frequency at 2500 Hz.

Frequency Response

RP-600M has a frequency range of 45-25k Hz whereas TSi100 has a frequency range of 61-24k Hz.

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High Frequency

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Impedance and Sensitivity

RP-600M and TSi100 has the same Impedance of 8 ohms but where they differ is the sensitivity levels. RP-600M sensitivity is rated at 96 dB and TSi100's is at 89 dB. This 7 dB difference makes Klipsch RP-600M a more sensitive speaker compared to Polk TSi100, hence will play louder with the same amount of watts.

Sensitivity

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Power Range

RP-600M has a power range of 100 watts RMS whereas TSi100 has a power range of 20-100 watts.

Input Type and Bi-Amping / Bi-Wiring

RP-600M features Dual binding posts/bi-wire/bi-amp posts which makes bi-amping or bi-wiring possible. TSi100 has a Pair of 5-way Binding Posts - Gold-Plated which doesn't feature b-amping/bi-wiring.

Cabinet Type and Port Position

Both RP-600M and TSi100 have a back firing ports.

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-600M's and Polk TSi100's external dimensions. Klipsch RP-600M has external dimensions of 399.0mm x 202.0mm x 301.0mm ( 15.7inch x 7.9inch x 11.8inch ) whereas Polk TSi100 has external dimensions of 279.4mm x 177.8mm x 259.0mm ( 11.0inch x 7.0inch x 10.1inch ) .

Klipsch RP-600M is clearly the larger of the two speakers. Its body is 24.2mm wider, 119.6mm taller and 42mm deeper than Polk TSi100.

Below you can see the front view size comparison of Klipsch RP-600M and Polk TSi100.

Klipsch RP-600M vs Polk TSi100 Camera Size Comparison - Front View
Comparison image of Klipsch RP-600M and Polk TSi100 Size and External Dimensions


Reasons to choose Klipsch Reference Premiere RP-600M over Polk Audio TSi100
Sensitivity 96 dB vs 89 dB Play louder with same amount of amplification power
Woofer Size 6.5 inches vs 5.25 inches Larger woofer
Low Frequency Response 45 Hz vs 61 Hz Generates deeper bass
High Frequency Response 25 Hz vs 24 Hz Generates higher frequency
Bi-amp / Bi-Wiring Yes vs No Allows bi-amping and bi-wiring connections
Reasons to choose Polk Audio TSi100 over Klipsch Reference Premiere RP-600M
NovsNo
Mounting Bracket Allows mounting on walls

Klipsch RP-600M vs Polk TSi100 Specs Table
Detailed comparison of specifications
General Klipsch Reference Premiere RP-600M Polk Audio TSi100
Brand Klipsch Polk Audio
Speaker Type Bookshelf speakers Bookshelf speakers
Suggested Break-in Period - -
Power Range 100 watts 20-100 watts
Sensitivity 96 dB 89 dB
Impedance 8 ohms 8 ohms
Frequency Response 45-25k Hz 61-24k Hz
Drivers
Woofer Size 6.5" 5.25"
Woofer Composition Cerametallic Organic Fiber
Woofer Surround Material Rubber Butyl Rubber
Tweeter Size 1" 1"
Tweeter Type Tractrix Horn Dome
Aimable Tweeter No No
Midrange Driver No No
Crossover Frequency 1500 2500
Firing Direction back back
Physical Specs
Height 15.7" 11.0"
Width 7.9" 7.0"
Depth 11.8" 10.1"
Weight 16lbs 10lbs
Enclosure Bass Reflex Bass Reflex
Finish MDF/Wood-grain vinyl Wood-grain vinyl
Available Colors Ebony, Walnut, Piano Black Black, Cherry
Mounting Bracket No Keyhole
Recommended Stand Height 22-26 16-30
Grille magnetic -
Moisture Resistancy No No
Connections
Connector Type Dual binding posts/bi-wire/bi-amp Pair of 5-way Binding Posts - Gold-Plated
Biamp Inputs Yes No
Other
Parts Warranty 5 Years 5 Years
Labor Warranty 5 Years 5 Years



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