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Klipsch Reference R-620F vs Klipsch Reference R-34C
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Klipsch R-620F

Passive Floor-standing | 38-21k Hz

Klipsch Reference R-620F
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Klipsch R-34C

Passive Center Channel | 82-21k Hz

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Klipsch R-620F vs Klipsch R-34C Speaker Comparison

In this review, we will be comparing two different type of speakers by Klipsch. Klipsch Reference R-620F is a Floor-standing speaker whereas the R-34C is a Center Channel speaker.

Let's have a brief look at the main features of Klipsch R-620F and Klipsch R-34C first before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Klipsch R-620F Key Specs

  • 2-way Design
  • 1.0" Tweeter
  • 2 x 6.5" Copper-spun IMG Woofer
  • 38-21k Hz Frequency Response
  • 96 dB Sensitivity
  • Impedance: 8ohms
  • Power Range:up to 100watts
  • Weight:18.64kg
  • Dimensions (H x W x D): 1021.0" x 9-3/8" x 14-1/2"( 1021.0 x 239.0 x 369.0mm )

Klipsch R-34C Key Specs

  • 2-way Design
  • 1" Tractrix horn Tweeter
  • 4 x 3.5" copper spun IMG Woofer
  • 82-21k Hz Frequency Response
  • 96 dB Sensitivity
  • Impedance: 8ohms
  • Power Range:up to 100watts
  • Weight:5.91kg
  • Dimensions (H x W x D): 126.0" x 26-1/16" x 6-1/4"( 126.0 x 662.0 x 159.0mm )

R-620F and R-34C are members of Klipsch's Reference (R) series of speakers. Below you can find the loudspeakers from this series.

Klipsch Reference (R) Series History
Model Body Frequency SensitivityImpedance Woofer
Klipsch R-51M
  
Bookshelf 62-21k Hz 93 dB8Ω 1 x 5.25"
Klipsch R-620F
Floor-standing 38-21k Hz 96 dB8Ω 2 x 6.5"
Klipsch R-820F
  
Floor-standing 35-21k Hz 97 dB8Ω 2 x 8"
Klipsch R-625FA
  
Floor-standing 38-21k Hz 96 dB8Ω 2 x 6.5"
Klipsch R-41M
  
Bookshelf 68-21k Hz 90 dB8Ω 1 x 4"
Klipsch R-610F
  
Floor-standing 45-21k Hz 94 dB8Ω 1 x 6.5"
Klipsch R-34C
Center Channel 82-21k Hz 96 dB8Ω 4 x 3.5"
Klipsch RF-7 III
  
Floor-standing 32-25k Hz 100 dB8Ω 2 x 10"
Klipsch R-52C
  
Center Channel 89-21k Hz 95 dB8Ω 2 x 5.25"
Klipsch R-30C
  
Center Channel 78-21k Hz 96 dB8Ω 4 x 3.5"

What size room are the Klipsch R-620F and Klipsch R-34C 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-620F Klipsch R-34C
Near-field Poor Average
Small Room Average Good
Mid-size Room Good Average
Large Room Poor Poor
Very Large Room Bad Bad

(* 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-620F and Klipsch R-34C 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-620F and R-34C are 2-way speakers. R-620F features a 1.0" Tweeter and 2 x 6.5" Copper-spun IMG Woofer with a Crossover frequency at 2000Hz. On the other hand, the R-34C features a 1" aluminum Tractrix horn Tweeter and 4 x 3.5" copper spun IMG Woofer .

Frequency Response

R-620F has a frequency range of 38-21k Hz whereas R-34C has a frequency range of 82-21k Hz. With a minimum frequency of 38Hz, the R-620F can go significantly deeper on the low side and provide stronger bass compared to the R-34C's min frequency of 82Hz.

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

R-620F
R-34C
Min
Average
Max
High Frequency

Floor-standing Speakers

Klipsch R-620F
Klipsch R-34C
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-620F and R-34C have the same Impedance of 8 ohms and their sensitivity is also same at 96 dB.

Sensitivity

Floor-standing Speakers

R-620F
R-34C
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-620F and R-34C has the same power range of up to 100 watts.

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-620F features Binding post type posts and R-34C has a Binding post type posts. None of these speakers feature bi-amping/bi-wiring.

Klipsch R-620F Terminals
Klipsch R-620F's Post terminals

Klipsch R-34CBinding post Terminals
Klipsch R-34C's Binding post 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-620F's and Klipsch R-34C's external dimensions. Klipsch R-620F has external dimensions of 1021.0 x 239.0 x 369.0mm ( 40-3/16 x 9-3/8 x 14-1/2inch) whereas Klipsch R-34C has external dimensions of 126.0 x 662.0 x 159.0mm ( 4-15/16 x 26-1/16 x 6-1/4inch) .

Klipsch R-34C is 895mm shorter and 210mm less deeper than Klipsch R-620F but it is also 423mm wider.

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-620F is approximately 881.9cm2 / 136.7inch2 and base area of the Klipsch R-34C is approximately 1052.6cm2 / 163.2inch2. The R-620F requires 16% less surface area than the R-34C which gives it a small advantage on placement in tight spaces.

What's in the Box of Klipsch R-620F?

Here are the items that are included inside the box of R-620F:
  • Floorstanding loudspeaker
  • Grille (installed)
  • 2 Feet
  • 4 Screws
  • Quick Setup Guide
  • Important Safety Instructions
  • Warranty Information
  • Loudspeaker Feet note
  • What's in the Box of Klipsch R-34C?

    Here are the items that come with the R-34C:
  • Center-channel loudspeaker
  • Grille (installed)
  • 8 Self-adhesive rubber feet
  • Quick Setup Guide
  • Important Safety Instructions
  • Warranty Information

  • Reasons to choose Klipsch Reference R-620F over Klipsch Reference R-34C
    Woofer Size 6.5 inches vs 3.5 inches Larger woofer
    Low Frequency Response 38 Hz vs 82 Hz Generates deeper bass
    Base Surface Area 881cm2 (239x369mm) vs 1052cm2 (662x159mm) Takes less floor space
    Reasons to choose Klipsch Reference R-34C over Klipsch Reference R-620F
    Number of Woofers 4 vs 2 More woofers
    Height 126mm vs 1021mm Easier to fit in smaller spaces


    Klipsch R-620F vs Klipsch R-34C Specs Table
    Detailed comparison of specifications
    General Klipsch Reference R-620F Klipsch Reference R-34C
    Brand Klipsch Klipsch
    Speaker Type Floor-standing speaker Center channel speaker
    Power Range up to 100 watts up to 100 watts
    Sensitivity 96 dB 96 dB
    Impedance 8 ohms 8 ohms
    Frequency Response 38-21k Hz 82-21k Hz
    Drivers
    Woofer Quantity 2 4
    Woofer Size 6.5" 3.5"
    Woofer Composition Copper-spun IMG copper spun IMG
    Woofer Surround Material Rubber n/a
    Tweeter Size 1.0" 1"
    Tweeter Type n/a Tractrix horn
    Aimable Tweeter No No
    Midrange Driver No N/A"
    Crossover Frequency 2000Hz n/a
    Firing Direction rear n/a
    Physical Specs
    Height 1021.0mm (40.2") 126.0mm (5")
    Width 239.0mm (9.4") 662.0mm (26.1")
    Depth 369.0mm (14.5") 159.0mm (6.3")
    Weight 18.64kg (41lbs) 5.91kg (13lbs)
    Enclosure Bass Reflex Bass Reflex
    Finish MDF/Wood-grain vinyl textured wood grain viny
    Available Colors Black Black
    Grille Yes Yes
    Moisture Resistancy No No
    Connections
    Biamp Inputs No n/a
    Other
    Parts Warranty 5 Years 5 Years
    Labor Warranty 5 Years 5 Years

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