In this review, we will be comparing RP-8060FA II and Triton Three+, two Passive Floor-standing speakers from Klipsch and GoldenEar. Let's have a brief look at the main features
of Klipsch RP-8060FA II and GoldenEar Triton Three+ first before getting into our more
detailed comparison.
What size room are the Klipsch RP-8060FA II and GoldenEar Triton Three+ 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 GoldenEar Triton Three+ 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 Triton Three+ 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 |
GoldenEar Triton Three+ |
Driver Setup
|
2-way
|
3-way
|
Tweeter
|
1-inch
|
-inch
|
Midrange
|
- |
1 x 4.5-inch |
Woofer
|
2 x 8-inch
|
1 x 5-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 Triton Three+ features a " High-Velocity Folded Ribbon Tweeter , a 4.5" Midrange and 1 x 5" Polymer Woofer .
Frequency Response
RP-8060FA II has a frequency range of 35-25k Hz whereas Triton Three+ has a frequency range of 21-35k Hz. With a minimum frequency of 21Hz, the Triton Three+ can go significantly deeper on the low side and provide stronger bass compared to the RP-8060FA II's min frequency of 35Hz.
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 and Triton Three+ have the same Impedance of 8 ohms but where they differ is the sensitivity levels. RP-8060FA II sensitivity is rated at 98 dB and the Triton Three+'s is at 90 dB. This 8 dB difference makes the Klipsch RP-8060FA II a more sensitive speaker compared to GoldenEar Triton Three+, 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 400 watts RMS from the amp the whereas RP-8060FA II has a max power handling value of 150 watts RMS , 250 watts less than the Triton Three+.
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
RP-8060FA II features Binding post posts which make bi-amping or bi-wiring possible. Triton Three+ has a 5-Way post which doesn't feature bi-amping/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-8060FA II's and GoldenEar Triton Three+'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 GoldenEar Triton Three+ has external dimensions of 1131.0 x 296.0 x 447.0mm ( 44-1/2 x 11-5/8 x 17-9/16inch) .
Klipsch RP-8060FA II is 19mm narrower and 32mm shorter than GoldenEar Triton Three+ but it is also 81mm deeper.
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 GoldenEar Triton Three+ is approximately 1323.1cm2 / 205.1inch2. The RP-8060FA II requires 11% more surface area than the Triton Three+ 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 GoldenEar Triton Three+ weighs 20.45kg / 45lbs. This makes the RP-8060FA II 68% heavier than the Triton Three+.
Here is a comparison of how RP-8060FA II and Triton Three+'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 GoldenEar Triton Three+?
Here are the items that come with the Triton Three+:
Floorstanding loudspeaker9-feet AC power cordBase4 Rubber feet (pre-installed on base)4 Spikes4 Locking nuts4 Screws4 WashersOwners Manual
Sensitivity |
98 dB
vs
90 dB
|
Play louder with same amount of amplification power |
Woofer Size |
8 inches
vs
5 inches
|
Larger woofer |
Number of Woofers |
2
vs
1
|
More woofers |
Bi-Amping and Bi-Wiring |
Yes
vs
No
|
Allows bi-amping and bi-wiring connections |
Dolby Atmos Drivers |
Built-in one 6.5 inch woofer and one 1-inch tweeter
vs
No
|
Dolby Atmos Compatibility |
Height |
1099mm
vs
1131mm
|
Easier to fit in smaller spaces |
Max Input Power |
400 watts
vs
150 watts
|
Handle more power from your amplifier |
Driver Setup |
3-way
vs
2-way
|
Have a dedicated mid-range driver |
Low Frequency Response |
21 Hz
vs
35 Hz
|
Generates deeper bass |
High Frequency Response |
35k Hz
vs
25k Hz
|
Generates higher frequency |
Passive Radiator |
two 6-3/4-inch
vs
None
|
Increases the bass performance |
Base Surface Area |
1323cm2 (296x447mm)
vs
1462cm2 (277x528mm)
|
Takes less floor space |
General |
Klipsch Reference Premiere RP-8060FA II |
GoldenEar Triton Three+ |
Brand |
Klipsch |
GoldenEar |
Speaker Type |
Floor-standing speaker |
Floor-standing speaker |
Power Range |
up to 150 watts |
20-400 watts |
Sensitivity |
98 dB |
90 dB |
Impedance |
8 ohms |
8 ohms |
Frequency Response |
35-25k Hz |
21-35k Hz |
Drivers |
|
|
Woofer Quantity |
2 |
1 |
Woofer Size |
8" |
5" |
Woofer Composition |
Cerametallic |
Polymer |
Woofer Surround Material |
Rubber |
Rubber |
Tweeter Size |
1" |
- |
Tweeter Type |
Tractrix Horn |
High-Velocity Folded Ribbon |
Aimable Tweeter |
No |
No |
Midrange Driver |
No |
4.5" |
Crossover Frequency |
1630 Hz |
n/a |
Firing Direction |
rear |
n/a |
Physical Specs |
|
|
Height |
1099.0mm (43.3") |
1131.0mm (44.5") |
Width |
277.0mm (10.9") |
296.0mm (11.7") |
Depth |
528.0mm (20.8") |
447.0mm (17.6") |
Weight |
34.40kg (75.7lbs) |
20.45kg (45lbs) |
Enclosure |
Bass Reflex |
Passive Radiator |
Finish |
MDF/Wood-grain vinyl |
MDF/Lacquer |
Available Colors |
Walnut, Ebony |
Gloss Black |
Grille |
Yes |
n/a |
Moisture Resistancy |
No |
No |
Connections |
|
|
Biamp Inputs |
Yes |
No |
Other |
|
|
Parts Warranty |
5 Years |
5 Years |
Labor Warranty |
5 Years |
5 Years |