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Revel PerformaBe F228Be vs Klipsch Cornwall IV Comparison

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Revel PerformaBe F228Be

Passive Floor-standing | 27-44k Hz

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Revel PerformaBe F228Be vs Klipsch Cornwall IV Speaker Comparison

In this review, we will be comparing PerformaBe F228Be and Cornwall IV, two Passive Floor-standing speakers from Revel and Klipsch.

Let's have a brief look at the main features of Revel PerformaBe F228Be and Klipsch Cornwall IV first before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Revel PerformaBe F228Be Key Specs

  • 3-way Design
  • 1" dome with proprietary acoustic lens waveguide Tweeter
  • 5.25" Midrange
  • 2 x 8" DCC Aluminum Woofer
  • 27-44k Hz Frequency Response
  • 90 dB Sensitivity
  • Impedance: 8ohms
  • Power Range:50-350watts
  • Weight:37.27kg
  • Dimensions (H x W x D): 1182.0" x 11-13/16" x 13-1/4"( 1182.0 x 301.0 x 337.0mm )

Klipsch Cornwall IV Key Specs

  • 3-way Design
  • 1" horn-loaded Tweeter
  • 1.75" Midrange
  • 15" Fiber composite Woofer
  • 1.75" Midrange
  • 34-20k Hz Frequency Response
  • 102 dB Sensitivity
  • Impedance: 8ohms
  • Power Range:up to 100watts
  • Weight:44.55kg
  • Dimensions (H x W x D): 966.0" x 25-5/16" x 15-1/2"( 966.0 x 643.0 x 394.0mm )

In the following sections, we will get into more detail in order to better understand how the Revel PerformaBe F228Be and Klipsch Cornwall IV 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 PerformaBe F228Be and Cornwall IV are 3-way speakers.

Driver Revel PerformaBe F228Be Klipsch Cornwall IV
Driver Setup 3-way 3-way
Tweeter 1-inch 1-inch
Midrange 1 x 5.25-inch 1 x 1.75-inch
Woofer 2 x 8-inch 1 x 15-inch

PerformaBe F228Be features a 1" beryllium dome with proprietary acoustic lens waveguide Tweeter , a 5.25" Midrange and 2 x 8" DCC Aluminum Woofer . On the other hand, the Cornwall IV features a 1" titanium-diaphragm compression horn-loaded Tweeter , a 1.75" Midrange and 1 x 15" Fiber composite Woofer .

Frequency Response

PerformaBe F228Be has a frequency range of 27-44k Hz whereas Cornwall IV has a frequency range of 34-20k Hz. With a minimum frequency of 27Hz, the PerformaBe F228Be can go significantly deeper on the low side and provide stronger bass compared to the Cornwall IV's min frequency of 34Hz.

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

PerformaBe F228Be
Cornwall IV
Min
Average
Max
High Frequency

Floor-standing Speakers

Revel PerformaBe F228Be
Klipsch Cornwall IV
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

PerformaBe F228Be and Cornwall IV have the same Impedance of 8 ohms but where they differ is the sensitivity levels. PerformaBe F228Be sensitivity is rated at 90 dB and the Cornwall IV's is at 102 dB. This 12 dB difference makes the Klipsch Cornwall IV a more sensitive speaker compared to Revel PerformaBe F228Be, hence will play louder with the same amount of watts.

Sensitivity

Floor-standing Speakers

PerformaBe F228Be
Cornwall IV
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.

PerformaBe F228Be can handle a max power of 350 watts RMS from the amp the whereas Cornwall IV has a max power handling value of 100 watts RMS, 250 watts less than the PerformaBe F228Be.

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

Both PerformaBe F228Be and Cornwall IV features dual binding post speaker terminals for 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 Revel PerformaBe F228Be's and Klipsch Cornwall IV's external dimensions. Revel PerformaBe F228Be has external dimensions of 1182.0 x 301.0 x 337.0mm ( 46-1/2 x 11-13/16 x 13-1/4inch) whereas Klipsch Cornwall IV has external dimensions of 966.0 x 643.0 x 394.0mm ( 38 x 25-5/16 x 15-1/2inch) .

Revel PerformaBe F228Be is 342mm narrower and 57mm less deeper than Klipsch Cornwall IV but it is also 216mm taller.

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 Revel PerformaBe F228Be is approximately 1014.4cm2 / 157.2inch2 and base area of the Klipsch Cornwall IV is approximately 2533.4cm2 / 392.7inch2. The PerformaBe F228Be requires 60% less surface area than the Cornwall IV which gives it a small advantage 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 Revel PerformaBe F228Be weighs 37.27kg / 82lbs and the Klipsch Cornwall IV weighs 44.55kg / 98lbs. This makes the Cornwall IV 20% heavier than the PerformaBe F228Be.

Here is a comparison of how PerformaBe F228Be and Cornwall IV's weights compare with the average, max and min weights in Passive Floor-standing class.

Weight
All Floor-standing Speakers
Revel PerformaBe F228Be
Klipsch Cornwall IV
Min
Average
Max

What's in the Box of Revel PerformaBe F228Be?

Here are the items that are included inside the box of PerformaBe F228Be:
  • Floorstanding loudspeaker
  • Grille
  • 4 Spike feet
  • 4 Locking rings
  • 4 Washers
  • 2 Terminal jumpers (pre-installed)
  • Foam port plug
  • Owners Manual
  • What's in the Box of Klipsch Cornwall IV?

    Here are the items that come with the Cornwall IV:
  • 2 Floorstanding loudspeakers
  • 2 Grilles
  • Owners Manual
  • Congratulations letter
  • Klipsch brochure

  • Reasons to choose Revel PerformaBe F228Be over Klipsch Heritage Cornwall IV
    Max Input Power 350 watts vs 100 watts Handle more power from your amplifier
    Number of Woofers 2 vs 1 More woofers
    Low Frequency Response 27 Hz vs 34 Hz Generates deeper bass
    High Frequency Response 44k Hz vs 20k Hz Generates higher frequency
    Base Surface Area 1014cm2 vs 2533cm2 Takes less floor space

    Reasons to choose Klipsch Heritage Cornwall IV over Revel PerformaBe F228Be

    Sensitivity 102 dB vs 90 dB Play louder with same amount of amplification power
    Woofer Size 15 inches vs 8 inches Larger woofer
    Height 966mm vs 1182mm Easier to fit in smaller spaces
    Price per pair* 6598USD vs 11000USD costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time)
    Revel PerformaBe F228Be vs Klipsch Cornwall IV Specs Table
    Detailed comparison of specifications
    General Revel PerformaBe F228Be Klipsch Heritage Cornwall IV
    Brand Revel Klipsch
    Speaker Type Floor-standing speaker Floor-standing speaker
    Power Range 50-350 watts up to 100 watts
    Sensitivity 90 dB 102 dB
    Impedance 8 ohms 8 ohms
    Frequency Response 27-44k Hz 34-20k Hz
    Drivers
    Woofer Quantity 2 1
    Woofer Size 8" 15"
    Woofer Composition DCC Aluminum Fiber composite
    Woofer Surround Material Rubber Rubber
    Tweeter Size 1" 1"
    Tweeter Type dome with proprietary acoustic lens waveguide horn-loaded
    Aimable Tweeter No No
    Midrange Driver 5.25" 1.75"
    Firing Direction front n/a
    Physical Specs
    Height 1182.0mm (46.5") 966.0mm (38")
    Width 301.0mm (11.9") 643.0mm (25.3")
    Depth 337.0mm (13.3") 394.0mm (15.5")
    Weight 37.27kg (82lbs) 44.55kg (98lbs)
    Enclosure Bass Reflex Bass Reflex
    Finish Wood/Lacquer MDF/Wood veneer
    Available Colors Gloss White Black
    Grille Yes Yes
    Moisture Resistancy No No
    Connections
    Biamp Inputs Yes Yes
    Other
    Parts Warranty 5 Years 10 Years
    Labor Warranty 5 Years 10 Years

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