In this review, we will be comparing RP-8060FA II and Opticon 8 MK2, two Passive Floor-standing speakers from Klipsch and DALI. Let's have a brief look at the main features
of Klipsch RP-8060FA II and DALI Opticon 8 II first before getting into our more
detailed comparison.
What size room are the Klipsch RP-8060FA II and DALI Opticon 8 II 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:
In the following sections, we will get into more detail in order to better understand how the Klipsch RP-8060FA II and DALI Opticon 8 II 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
One of the fundamental differences between these two speakers is that RP-8060FA II is a 2-way design whereas the Opticon 8 MK2 is a 3-way speaker. 3-way designs utilize a midrange driver in addition to the tweeter and woofer on 2-way designs. Designing a crossover for a 3-way speaker is a complicated process and generally increases the overall cost of the speaker.
Driver |
Klipsch RP-8060FA II |
DALI Opticon 8 II |
Driver Setup
|
2-way
|
3-way
|
Tweeter
|
1-inch
|
17 x 45 mm ribbon + 1.125-inch
|
Midrange
|
- |
1 x 6.5-inch |
Woofer
|
2 x 8-inch
|
2 x 8-inch
|
RP-8060FA II features a 1" titanium Tractrix Horn Tweeter and 2 x 8" Cerametallic Woofer with a Crossover frequency at 1630 Hz. On the other hand, the Opticon 8 MK2 features a 17 x 45 mm ribbon + 1.125" Soft-dome + ribbon Hybrid Tweeter , a 6.5" Midrange and 2 x 8" Wood Fiber Woofer with a Crossover frequency at 380Hz, 2200Hz and 14,000Hz.
Frequency Response
RP-8060FA II has a frequency range of 35-25k Hz whereas Opticon 8 MK2 has a frequency range of 38-30k Hz. With a minimum frequency of 35Hz, the RP-8060FA II can go slightly deeper then the Opticon 8 MK2'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-8060FA II is a 8 ohms speaker compared to the Opticon 8 MK2 which has a nominal impedance of 4 ohms. Lower impedance speakers, especially the ones that are rated at 4 ohms may put more pressure on the amplifier unit especially when played at high volume levels, so make sure the amp you pair with the Opticon 8 MK2 can provide this impedance level.
These two speakers also have different sensitivity levels. RP-8060FA II sensitivity is rated at 98 dB and the Opticon 8 MK2's is rated at 88 dB. This 10 dB difference makes the Klipsch RP-8060FA II a more sensitive speaker compared to DALI Opticon 8 II, 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-8060FA II can handle a max power of 300 watts RMS from the amp the whereas RP-8060FA II has a max power handling value of 150 watts RMS , 150 watts less than the Opticon 8 MK2.
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-8060FA II and Opticon 8 MK2 features dual binding post speaker terminals for bi-amping or bi-wiring.
Cabinet Type and Port Position
Both RP-8060FA II and Opticon 8 MK2 have rear firing ports. Rear ported speakers generally need more room between the backside of the speaker and the wall compared to sealed and front/bottom ported speakers. Placing the speakers too close to the walls may cause the bass to sound boomy.
If you are limited in space and can't get the speakers away from the backwall, check our Speakers with Front Firing Ports page.
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-8060FA II's and DALI Opticon 8 II's external dimensions. Klipsch RP-8060FA II has external dimensions of 1099.0 x 277.0 x 528.0mm ( 43-1/8 x 10-7/8 x 20-13/16inch) whereas DALI Opticon 8 II has external dimensions of 1150.0 x 245.0 x 459.0mm ( 45-1/4 x 9-1/2 x 18-1/16inch) .
DALI Opticon 8 II is 32mm narrower and 69mm less deeper than Klipsch RP-8060FA II but it is also 51mm taller.
Below you can see the front view size comparison of Klipsch RP-8060FA II and DALI Opticon 8 II in scale.
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-8060FA II is approximately 1462.6cm2 / 226.7inch2 and base area of the DALI Opticon 8 II is approximately 1124.6cm2 / 174.3inch2. The RP-8060FA II requires 30% more surface area than the Opticon 8 MK2 which gives it a small disadvantage 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-8060FA II weighs 34.40kg / 75.7lbs and the DALI Opticon 8 II weighs 37.10kg / 81.6lbs. This makes the Opticon 8 MK2 8% heavier than the RP-8060FA II.
Here is a comparison of how RP-8060FA II and Opticon 8 MK2'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-8060FA II?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of RP-8060FA II:
Floorstanding loudspeakerStabilizer feet (pre-installed)Front grilleTop grille (pre-installed)2 Terminal jumpers (pre-installed)Rubber cap (pre-installed)User ManualImportant Safety InstructionsWarranty Information
What's in the Box of DALI Opticon 8 II?
Here are the items that come with the Opticon 8 MK2:
Floorstanding loudspeakerGrille2 Binding post jumpers (pre-installed)4 Outrigger feet4 Spikes (with lock nuts)4 Rubber pads4 ScrewsHex-keyWrenchQuick Start GuideCongratulations Card
Sensitivity |
98 dB
vs
88 dB
|
Play louder with same amount of amplification power |
Nominal Impedance |
8 ohms
vs
4 ohms
|
Less selective with amplifiers |
Low Frequency Response |
35 Hz
vs
38 Hz
|
Generates deeper bass |
Dolby Atmos Drivers |
Built-in one 6.5 inch woofer and one 1-inch tweeter
vs
No
|
Dolby Atmos Compatibility |
Height |
1099mm
vs
1150mm
|
Easier to fit in smaller spaces |
Price per pair* |
2998USD
vs
4200USD
|
costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time) |
Max Input Power |
300 watts
vs
150 watts
|
Handle more power from your amplifier |
Driver Setup |
3-way
vs
2-way
|
Have a dedicated mid-range driver |
High Frequency Response |
30k Hz
vs
25k Hz
|
Generates higher frequency |
Base Surface Area |
1124cm2 (245x459mm)
vs
1462cm2 (277x528mm)
|
Takes less floor space |
General |
Klipsch Reference Premiere RP-8060FA II |
DALI Opticon 8 MK2 |
Brand |
Klipsch |
DALI |
Speaker Type |
Floor-standing speaker |
Floor-standing speaker |
Power Range |
up to 150 watts |
40-300 watts |
Sensitivity |
98 dB |
88 dB |
Impedance |
8 ohms |
4 ohms |
Frequency Response |
35-25k Hz |
38-30k Hz |
Drivers |
|
|
Woofer Quantity |
2 |
2 |
Woofer Size |
8" |
8" |
Woofer Composition |
Cerametallic |
Wood Fiber |
Woofer Surround Material |
Rubber |
Rubber |
Tweeter Size |
1" |
17 x 45 mm ribbon + 1.125" |
Tweeter Type |
Tractrix Horn |
Soft-dome + ribbon Hybrid |
Aimable Tweeter |
No |
No |
Midrange Driver |
No |
6.5" |
Crossover Frequency |
1630 Hz |
380Hz, 2200Hz and 14,000Hz |
Firing Direction |
rear |
rear |
Physical Specs |
|
|
Height |
1099.0mm (43.3") |
1150.0mm (45.3") |
Width |
277.0mm (10.9") |
245.0mm (9.6") |
Depth |
528.0mm (20.8") |
459.0mm (18.1") |
Weight |
34.40kg (75.7lbs) |
37.10kg (81.6lbs) |
Enclosure |
Bass Reflex |
Bass Reflex |
Finish |
MDF/Wood-grain vinyl |
MDF/Wood-grain vinyl |
Available Colors |
Walnut, Ebony |
Satin Black, Tobacco Oak, Satin White |
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 |