In this review, we will be comparing RF-7 III and Triton Two+, two Passive Floor-standing speakers from Klipsch and GoldenEar. Let's have a brief look at the main features
of Klipsch RF-7 III and GoldenEar Triton Two+ first before getting into our more
detailed comparison.
What size room are the Klipsch RF-7 III and GoldenEar Triton Two+ 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 RF-7 III and GoldenEar Triton Two+ 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 RF-7 III is a 2-way design whereas the Triton Two+ 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 RF-7 III |
GoldenEar Triton Two+ |
|
Driver Setup
|
2-way
|
3-way
|
|
Tweeter
|
1.75-inch
|
-inch
|
|
Midrange
|
- |
1 x 4.5-inch |
|
Woofer
|
2 x 10-inch
|
1 x 5-inch
|
RF-7 III features a 1.75" titanium dome Tweeter and 2 x 10" Cerametallic Woofer with a Crossover frequency at 1300Hz. On the other hand, the Triton Two+ features a " High-Velocity Folded Ribbon Tweeter , a 4.5" Midrange and 1 x 5" Polymer Woofer .
Frequency Response
RF-7 III has a frequency range of 32-25k Hz whereas Triton Two+ has a frequency range of 16-35k Hz. With a minimum frequency of 16Hz, the Triton Two+ can go significantly deeper on the low side and provide stronger bass compared to the RF-7 III's min frequency of 32Hz.
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
Impedance and Sensitivity
RF-7 III and Triton Two+ have the same Impedance of 8 ohms but where they differ is the sensitivity levels. RF-7 III sensitivity is rated at 100 dB and the Triton Two+'s is at 91 dB. This 9 dB difference makes the Klipsch RF-7 III a more sensitive speaker compared to GoldenEar Triton Two+, 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.
RF-7 III can handle a max power of 500 watts RMS from the amp the whereas RF-7 III has a max power handling value of 250 watts RMS , 250 watts less than the Triton Two+.
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
RF-7 III features Binding post posts which make bi-amping or bi-wiring possible. Triton Two+ has a 5-Way post which doesn't feature bi-amping/bi-wiring.
Klipsch RF-7 III's Binding post terminals allows Bi-amping or 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 RF-7 III's and GoldenEar Triton Two+'s external dimensions. Klipsch RF-7 III has external dimensions of 1247.0 x 355.0 x 456.0mm ( 49-1/16 x 13-15/16 x 17-15/16inch) whereas GoldenEar Triton Two+ has external dimensions of 1232.0 x 297.0 x 486.0mm ( 48-1/2 x 11-11/16 x 19-1/8inch) .
GoldenEar Triton Two+ is 58mm narrower and 15mm shorter than Klipsch RF-7 III but it is also 30mm 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 RF-7 III is approximately 1618.8cm2 / 250.9inch2 and base area of the GoldenEar Triton Two+ is approximately 1443.4cm2 / 223.7inch2. The RF-7 III requires 12% more surface area than the Triton Two+ 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 RF-7 III weighs 44.10kg / 97lbs and the GoldenEar Triton Two+ weighs 27.27kg / 60lbs. This makes the RF-7 III 62% heavier than the Triton Two+.
Here is a comparison of how RF-7 III and Triton Two+'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 RF-7 III?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of RF-7 III:
Floorstanding loudspeakerPlinthGrille4 Spike feet4 Rubber feet2 Jumpers (pre-installed)4 Machine screwsOwners Manual
What's in the Box of GoldenEar Triton Two+?
Here are the items that come with the Triton Two+:
Floorstanding loudspeaker9-feet AC power cordBase4 Rubber feet (pre-installed on base)4 Spikes4 Locking nuts4 Screws4 WashersOwners Manual
 Sensitivity |
100 dB
vs
91 dB
|
Play louder with same amount of amplification power |
 Woofer Size |
10 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 |
 Price per pair* |
4398USD
vs
4498USD
|
costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time) |
 Max Input Power |
500 watts
vs
250 watts
|
Handle more power from your amplifier |
 Driver Setup |
3-way
vs
2-way
|
Have a dedicated mid-range driver |
| Low Frequency Response |
16 Hz
vs
32 Hz
|
Generates deeper bass |
 High Frequency Response |
35k Hz
vs
25k Hz
|
Generates higher frequency |
 Passive Radiator |
two 7-inch
vs
None
|
Increases the bass performance |
 Height |
1232mm
vs
1247mm
|
Easier to fit in smaller spaces |
 Base Surface Area |
1443cm2 (297x486mm)
vs
1618cm2 (355x456mm)
|
Takes less floor space |
| General |
Klipsch Reference RF-7 III |
GoldenEar Triton Two+ |
| Brand |
Klipsch |
GoldenEar |
| Speaker Type |
Floor-standing speaker |
Floor-standing speaker |
| Power Range |
up to 250 watts |
20-500 watts |
| Sensitivity |
100 dB |
91 dB |
| Impedance |
8 ohms |
8 ohms |
| Frequency Response |
32-25k Hz |
16-35k Hz |
Drivers |
|
|
| Woofer Quantity |
2 |
1 |
| Woofer Size |
10" |
5" |
| Woofer Composition |
Cerametallic |
Polymer |
| Woofer Surround Material |
Rubber |
Rubber |
| Tweeter Size |
1.75" |
- |
| Tweeter Type |
dome |
High-Velocity Folded Ribbon |
| Aimable Tweeter |
No |
No |
| Midrange Driver |
No |
4.5" |
| Crossover Frequency |
1300Hz |
n/a |
| Firing Direction |
rear |
n/a |
Physical Specs |
|
|
| Height |
1247.0mm (49.1") |
1232.0mm (48.5") |
| Width |
355.0mm (14") |
297.0mm (11.7") |
| Depth |
456.0mm (18") |
486.0mm (19.1") |
| Weight |
44.10kg (97lbs) |
27.27kg (60lbs) |
| Enclosure |
Bass Reflex |
Passive Radiator |
| Finish |
MDF/Wood veneer |
MDF/Lacquer |
| Available Colors |
Black ash, Cherry, Walnut |
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 |