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Klipsch R-41M vs Klipsch R-820F Comparison

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Klipsch R-41M

Passive Bookshelf | 68-21k Hz

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Klipsch R-41M vs Klipsch R-820F Speaker Comparison

In this review, we will be comparing two different type of speakers by Klipsch. Klipsch Reference R-41M is a Bookshelf speaker whereas the R-820F is a Floor-standing speaker.

Let's have a brief look at the main features of Klipsch R-41M and Klipsch R-820F first before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Klipsch R-41M Key Specs

  • 2-way Design
  • 1" Tractrix Horn Tweeter
  • 4" Copper-spun IMG Woofer
  • 68-21k Hz Frequency Response
  • 90 dB Sensitivity
  • Impedance: 8ohms
  • Power Range:50watts
  • Weight:3.20kg
  • Dimensions (H x W x D): 287.0" x 5.7" x 7.8"( 287.0 x 146.0 x 200.0mm )

Klipsch R-820F Key Specs

  • 2-way Design
  • 1" Tweeter
  • 2 x 8" Copper-spun IMG Woofer
  • 35-21k Hz Frequency Response
  • 97 dB Sensitivity
  • Impedance: 8ohms
  • Power Range:up to 150watts
  • Weight:24.55kg
  • Dimensions (H x W x D): 1096.0" x 10-7/8" x 16-3/4"( 1096.0 x 277.0 x 426.0mm )

What size room are the Klipsch R-41M and Klipsch R-820F 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 R-41M Klipsch R-820F
Near-field Good Bad
Small Room Good Poor
Mid-size Room Average Good
Large Room Poor Good
Very Large Room No way 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 R-41M and Klipsch R-820F compare and hopefully end up with enough arguments to decide which one of these loudspeakers is the better choice for you.


**This post contains affiliate links, and I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking through my links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.


Drivers

Both R-41M and R-820F are 2-way speakers.

Driver Klipsch R-41M Klipsch R-820F
Driver Setup 2-way 2-way
Tweeter 1-inch 1-inch
Midrange - -
Woofer 1 x 4-inch 2 x 8-inch

R-41M features a 1" Tractrix Horn Tweeter and 1 x 4" Copper-spun IMG Woofer with a Crossover frequency at 1730Hz. On the other hand, the R-820F features a 1" Tweeter and 2 x 8" Copper-spun IMG Woofer .

Frequency Response

R-41M has a frequency range of 68-21k Hz whereas R-820F has a frequency range of 35-21k Hz. With a minimum frequency of 35Hz, the R-820F can go significantly deeper on the low side and provide stronger bass compared to the R-41M's min frequency of 68Hz.

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 Bookshelf class in our database.

Low Frequency

Bookshelf Speakers

R-41M
R-820F
Min
Average
Max
High Frequency

Bookshelf Speakers

Klipsch R-41M
Klipsch R-820F
Min
Average
Max

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

R-41M and R-820F have the same Impedance of 8 ohms but where they differ is the sensitivity levels. R-41M sensitivity is rated at 90 dB and the R-820F's is at 97 dB. This 7 dB difference makes the Klipsch R-820F a more sensitive speaker compared to Klipsch R-41M, hence will play louder with the same amount of watts.

Sensitivity

Bookshelf Speakers

R-41M
R-820F
Min
Average
Max

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.

R-41M can handle a max power of 150 watts RMS from the amp the whereas R-41M has a max power handling value of 50 watts RMS , 100 watts less than the R-820F.

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

R-41M features Post type posts and R-820F has a Post type posts. None of these speakers feature bi-amping/bi-wiring.

Klipsch R-41M Terminals
Klipsch R-41M's Single Gold Plated Binding Posts terminals

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 R-41M's and Klipsch R-820F's external dimensions. Klipsch R-41M has external dimensions of 287.0 x 146.0 x 200.0mm ( 11.2 x 5.7 x 7.8inch) whereas Klipsch R-820F has external dimensions of 1096.0 x 277.0 x 426.0mm ( 43-1/8 x 10-7/8 x 16-3/4inch) .

Klipsch R-820F is clearly the larger of the two speakers. Its body is 131mm wider, 809mm taller and 226mm deeper than Klipsch R-41M.

Below you can see the front view size comparison of Klipsch R-41M and Klipsch R-820F in scale.

Klipsch R-41M vs Klipsch R-820F Size Comparison - Front View
Comparison image of Klipsch R-41M and Klipsch R-820F 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 R-41M is approximately 292.0cm2 / 45.3inch2 and base area of the Klipsch R-820F is approximately 1180.0cm2 / 182.9inch2. The R-41M requires 75% less surface area than the R-820F which gives it a small advantage on placement in tight spaces.

What's in the Box of Klipsch R-41M?

Here are the items that are included inside the box of R-41M:
  • 2 Bookshelf loudspeakers
  • 2 Grilles (installed)
  • 8 Self-adhesive rubber feet
  • Quick Setup Guide
  • Important Safety Instructions
  • Warranty Information
  • What's in the Box of Klipsch R-820F?

    Here are the items that come with the R-820F:
  • Floorstanding loudspeaker
  • Grille (installed)
  • 2 Feet
  • 4 Screws
  • Quick Setup Guide
  • Important Safety Instructions
  • Warranty Information
  • Loudspeaker Feet note

  • Reasons to choose Klipsch Reference R-41M over Klipsch Reference R-820F
    Mounting Bracket Yes vs No Allows mounting on walls
    Height 287mm vs 1096mm Easier to fit in smaller spaces
    Base Surface Area 292cm2 vs 1180cm2 Takes less floor space
    Price per pair* 229USD vs 1198USD costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time)

    Reasons to choose Klipsch Reference R-820F over Klipsch Reference R-41M

    Max Input Power 150 watts vs 50 watts Handle more power from your amplifier
    Sensitivity 97 dB vs 90 dB Play louder with same amount of amplification power
    Woofer Size 8 inches vs 4 inches Larger woofer
    Number of Woofers 2 vs 1 More woofers
    Low Frequency Response 35 Hz vs 68 Hz Generates deeper bass
    Klipsch R-41M vs Klipsch R-820F Specs Table
    Detailed comparison of specifications
    General Klipsch Reference R-41M Klipsch Reference R-820F
    Brand Klipsch Klipsch
    Speaker Type Bookshelf speakers Floor-standing speaker
    Power Range 50 watts up to 150 watts
    Sensitivity 90 dB 97 dB
    Impedance 8 ohms 8 ohms
    Frequency Response 68-21k Hz 35-21k Hz
    Drivers
    Woofer Quantity 1 2
    Woofer Size 4" 8"
    Woofer Composition Copper-spun IMG Copper-spun IMG
    Woofer Surround Material Rubber Rubber
    Tweeter Size 1" 1"
    Tweeter Type Tractrix Horn n/a
    Aimable Tweeter No No
    Midrange Driver No No
    Crossover Frequency 1730Hz n/a
    Firing Direction rear n/a
    Physical Specs
    Height 287.0mm (11.3") 1096.0mm (43.1")
    Width 146.0mm (5.7") 277.0mm (10.9")
    Depth 200.0mm (7.9") 426.0mm (16.8")
    Weight 3.20kg (7lbs) 24.55kg (54lbs)
    Enclosure Bass Reflex Bass Reflex
    Finish MDF/Wood-grain vinyl MDF/Wood-grain vinyl
    Available Colors Black Black
    Mounting Bracket Keyhole No
    Recommended Stand Height 26-31" n/a
    Grille Yes Yes
    Moisture Resistancy No No
    Connections
    Biamp Inputs No No
    Other
    Parts Warranty 5 Years 5 Years
    Labor Warranty 5 Years 5 Years

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