In this review, we will be comparing R-41PM and Focus 20 XD, two Powered Bookshelf speakers from Klipsch and Dynaudio. Being Powered speakers, they both have built-in amplifiers so you don't need an external power amp or an integrated amp to power them.
Let's have a brief look at the main features
of Klipsch R-41PM and Dynaudio Focus 20 XD first before getting into our more
detailed comparison.
Klipsch R-41PM Key Specs
- 2-way Design
- 70-watt RMS( 140-watt Peak) Integrated Amplifier
- 1.0" Tractrix Horn Tweeter
- 4.0" Copper-spun IMG Woofer
- 76-21k Hz Frequency Response
- 24-bit Max Depth / 96 kHz Max Sample Rate
- Built-in 3.0 Bluetooth
- Weight:3.70kg
- Dimensions (H x W x D): 281.0" x 5.8125" x 9.5"( 281.0 x 147.6 x 241.3mm )
Dynaudio Focus 20 XD Key Specs
- 2-way Design
- 300-watt RMS Integrated Amplifier
- 1.1" Soft-Dome Tweeter
- 6.7" Magnesium Silicate Polymer Woofer
- 39-24k Hz Frequency Response
- 24-bit Max Depth / 192 kHz Max Sample Rate
- Optional Bluetooth
- Dimensions (H x W x D): 362.0" x 7.8125" x 12.125"( 362.0 x 198.4 x 308.0mm )
In the following sections, we will get into more detail in order to better understand how the Klipsch R-41PM and Dynaudio Focus 20 XD 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 R-41PM and Focus 20 XD are 2-way speakers.
| Driver |
Klipsch R-41PM |
Dynaudio Focus 20 XD |
|
Driver Setup
|
2-way
|
2-way
|
|
Tweeter
|
1.0-inch
|
1.1-inch
|
|
Midrange
|
- |
- |
|
Woofer
|
1 x 4.0-inch
|
1 x 6.7-inch
|
R-41PM features a 1.0" Aluminum LTS Tractrix Horn Tweeter and 1 x 4.0" Copper-spun IMG Woofer with a Crossover frequency at 1770Hz. On the other hand, the Focus 20 XD features a 1.1" Coated-Silk Soft-Dome Tweeter and 1 x 6.7" Magnesium Silicate Polymer Woofer .
Frequency Response
R-41PM has a frequency range of 76-21k Hz whereas Focus 20 XD has a frequency range of 39-24k Hz. With a minimum frequency of 39Hz, the Focus 20 XD can go significantly deeper on the low side and provide stronger bass compared to the R-41PM's min frequency of 76Hz.
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
High Frequency
Bookshelf 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.
Cabinet Type and Port Position
Both R-41PM and Focus 20 XD 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 R-41PM's and Dynaudio Focus 20 XD's external dimensions. Klipsch R-41PM has external dimensions of 281.0 x 147.6 x 241.3mm ( 11.0625 x 5.8125 x 9.5inch) whereas Dynaudio Focus 20 XD has external dimensions of 362.0 x 198.4 x 308.0mm ( 14.25 x 7.8125 x 12.125inch) .
Dynaudio Focus 20 XD is clearly the larger of the two speakers. Its body is 50.8mm wider, 81mm taller and 66.7mm deeper than Klipsch R-41PM.
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-41PM is approximately 356.2cm2 / 55.2inch2 and base area of the Dynaudio Focus 20 XD is approximately 611.1cm2 / 94.7inch2. The R-41PM requires 42% less surface area than the Focus 20 XD which gives it a small advantage on placement in tight spaces.
What's in the Box of Klipsch R-41PM?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of R-41PM:
Powered speaker (right)Passive speaker (left)2 Grilles68-inch AC power cordRemote control2
What's in the Box of Dynaudio Focus 20 XD?
Here are the items that come with the Focus 20 XD:
2 Powered loudspeakers2 AC power cordsRemote controlSetup Manual