In this review, we will be comparing The Nines and Genelec G Three, two Powered Bookshelf speakers from Klipsch and Genelec. 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 The Nines and Genelec G Three first before getting into our more
detailed comparison.
Klipsch The Nines Key Specs
- 2-way Design
- 240-watt RMS( 480-watt Peak) Integrated Amplifier
- 1" Tractrix Horn Tweeter
- 8" Fiber-composite Woofer
- 34-25k Hz Frequency Response
- 24-bit Max Depth / 192 kHz Max Sample Rate
- Built-in 5.0 Bluetooth
- App Control Feature
- Weight:12.25kg
- Dimensions (H x W x D): 493.0" x 9.5625" x 15.6875"( 493.0 x 243.0 x 399.0mm )
Genelec G Three Key Specs
- 2-way Design
- 100-watt RMS Integrated Amplifier
- 0.75" Dome Tweeter
- 5.1" Cone Woofer
- 54-20k Hz Frequency Response
- N/A Max Depth / N/A Max Sample Rate
- No Bluetooth
- Weight:5.00kg
- Dimensions (H x W x D): 299.0" x 7.4" x 7"( 299 x 189 x 178 mm )
In the following sections, we will get into more detail in order to better understand how the Klipsch The Nines and Genelec G 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
Both The Nines and Genelec G Three are 2-way speakers.
| Driver |
Klipsch The Nines |
Genelec G Three |
|
Driver Setup
|
2-way
|
2-way
|
|
Tweeter
|
1-inch
|
0.75-inch
|
|
Midrange
|
- |
- |
|
Woofer
|
1 x 8-inch
|
1 x 5.1-inch
|
The Nines features a 1" Titanium Tractrix Horn Tweeter and 1 x 8" Fiber-composite Woofer . On the other hand, the Genelec G Three features a 0.75" Dome Tweeter and 1 x 5.1" Cone Woofer with a Crossover frequency at 3000Hz.
Frequency Response
The Nines has a frequency range of 34-25k Hz whereas Genelec G Three has a frequency range of 54-20k Hz. With a minimum frequency of 34Hz, the The Nines can go significantly deeper on the low side and provide stronger bass compared to the Genelec G Three's min frequency of 54Hz.
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 The Nines and Genelec G Three 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 The Nines's and Genelec G Three's external dimensions. Klipsch The Nines has external dimensions of 493.0 x 243.0 x 399.0mm ( 19.375inch x 9.5625inch x 15.6875inch ) whereas Genelec G Three has external dimensions of 299 x 189 x 178 mm ( 11.8 x 7.4 x 7) .
Klipsch The Nines is clearly the larger of the two speakers. Its body is 54mm wider, 194mm taller and 221mm deeper than Genelec G Three.
Below you can see the front view size comparison of Klipsch The Nines and Genelec G Three in scale.
Comparison image of Klipsch The Nines and Genelec G Three 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 The Nines is approximately 969.6cm2 / 150.3inch2 and base area of the Genelec G Three is approximately 336.4cm2 / 52.1inch2. The The Nines requires 188% more surface area than the Genelec G Three which gives it a small disadvantage on placement in tight spaces.
Here is an another comparison that shows both speakers on a BDI Octave Media Cabinet, next to a standard size amplifier and turntable in scale:
Size Comparison image of Klipsch The Nines and Genelec G Three on a Media Console
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 The Nines weighs 12.25kg / 27lbs and the Genelec G Three weighs 5.00kg / 11lbs. This makes the The Nines 145% heavier than the Genelec G Three.
Here is a comparison of how The Nines and Genelec G Three's weights compare with the average, max and min weights in Powered Bookshelf class.
Weight
All Bookshelf Speakers
What's in the Box of Klipsch The Nines?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of The Nines:
Powered speaker (Primary) Passive speaker (Secondary) 2 Grilles (pre-installed) 6.5-feet AC power cord 13-feet Proprietary speaker cable 6.5-feet Proprietary extension cable 58-inch HDMI cable 5-feet USB-B to USB-A cable Remote control 2 AAA batteries Instruction Booklet Need Help? Card
What's in the Box of Genelec G Three?
Here are the items that come with the Genelec G Three:
Genelec G Three 2-Way Powered Bookshelf Speaker (Polar White, Single)Iso-Pod Stand5.9-feet Power Cable
 Woofer Size |
8 inches
vs
5.1 inches
|
Larger woofer |
|
Low Frequency Response |
34 Hz
vs
54 Hz
|
Generates deeper bass |
 High Frequency Response |
25k Hz
vs
20k Hz
|
Generates higher frequency |
 Handheld Remote |
Yes
vs
No
|
Control the speaker by the included RC |
 App-Based Control |
Apple iOS, Android
vs
None
|
Control the speaker via an app |
 USB Port |
USB-B
vs
No
|
USB port adds flexibility |
 3.5mm Connection |
Yes
vs
No
|
Connection via 3.5mm AUX input |
 Phono Input |
Yes
vs
No
|
Connect your turntable directly |
 Digital Input |
Optical, HDMI
vs
No
|
Connect digital inputs directly |
 HDMI Input |
ARC
vs
No
|
Connect HDMI sources directly |
 Height |
299mm
vs
493mm
|
Easier to fit in smaller spaces |
 Base Surface Area |
336cm2
vs
969cm2
|
Takes less floor space |
 Price per pair* |
1390USD
vs
1499USD
|
costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time) |
 RCA Connection |
Yes
vs
No
|
Connection via RCA input |
 XLR Connection |
Yes
vs
No
|
Connection via XLR input |
| General |
Klipsch The Nines |
Genelec G Three |
| Brand |
Klipsch |
Genelec |
| Speaker Type |
Powered Stereo Speakers |
Powered Stereo Speakers |
| Frequency Response |
34-25k Hz |
54-20k Hz |
Amplifier |
|
|
| Watts RMS (Continuous) |
240-watt RMS |
100-watt RMS |
| Watts Peak (Max) |
480-watt RMS |
n/a |
| Max Bit Depth |
24-bit |
N/A |
| Max Sample Rate |
192 kHz |
N/A |
Drivers |
|
|
| Woofer Quantity |
1 |
1 |
| Woofer Size |
8" |
5.1" |
| Woofer Composition |
Fiber-composite |
Cone |
| Tweeter Size |
1" |
0.75" |
| Tweeter Type |
Tractrix Horn |
Dome |
| Aimable Tweeter |
No |
No |
| Midrange Driver |
No |
No |
| Crossover Frequency |
n/a |
3000Hz |
| Firing Direction |
rear |
rear |
Physical Specs |
|
|
| Height |
493.0mm (19.4") |
299.0mm (11.8") |
| Width |
243.0mm (9.6") |
189.0mm (7.4") |
| Depth |
399.0mm (15.7") |
178.0mm (7") |
| Weight |
12.25kg (27lbs) |
5.00kg (11lbs) |
| Enclosure |
Bass Reflex |
Bass Reflex |
| Finish |
MDF with genuine wood veneer |
Aluminum |
| Available Colors |
Black,Walnut |
White,Black,Raw(Aluminum) |
| Mounting Bracket |
No |
No |
| Grille |
Yes |
n/a |
| Moisture Resistancy |
No |
No |
Connections |
|
|
| Aux Inputs |
3.5mm |
RCA,XLR |
| USB Port |
USB-B |
No |
| Phone Input |
Yes |
No |
| Subwoofer Output |
mono-RCA |
n/a |
| Digital Input |
Optical, HDMI |
No |
| HDMI Input |
ARC |
No |
| Headphone Jack |
No |
No |
| Ethernet Port |
No |
No |
Other |
|
|
| Parts Warranty |
1 Year |
5 Years |
| Labor Warranty |
1 Year |
5 Years |