In this review, we will be comparing two different type of speakers . SVS Ultra Elevation is a Surround speaker whereas the RP-600M II is a Bookshelf speaker.
Let's have a brief look at the main features
of SVS Ultra Elevation and Klipsch RP-600M II first before getting into our more
detailed comparison.
SVS Ultra Elevation Key Specs
- 2-way Design
- 1" Dome Tweeter
- 5.25" Composite glass-fiber Woofer
- 48-40k Hz Frequency Response
- 87 dB Sensitivity
- Impedance: 6ohms
- Power Range:20-150watts
- Weight:5.60kg
- Dimensions (H x W x D): 283.0" x 7.28" x 9.82"( 283 x 185 x 249.4mm )
Klipsch RP-600M II Key Specs
- 2-way Design
- 1" Hybrid Tractrix Horn Tweeter
- 6.5" Cerametallic cone Woofer
- 44-25k Hz Frequency Response
- 94.5 dB Sensitivity
- Impedance: 8ohms
- Power Range:up to 100watts
- Weight:8.20kg
- Dimensions (H x W x D): 402.0" x 8" x 13-1/16"( 402.0 x 204.0 x 332.0mm )
What size room are the SVS Ultra Elevation and Klipsch RP-600M II 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* |
SVS Ultra Elevation |
Klipsch RP-600M II |
| Near-field |
Poor |
Average |
| Small Room |
Average |
Good |
| Mid-size Room |
Good |
Average |
| Large Room |
Average |
Poor |
| Very Large Room |
Poor |
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 SVS Ultra Elevation and Klipsch RP-600M II 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 Ultra Elevation and RP-600M II are 2-way speakers.
| Driver |
SVS Ultra Elevation |
Klipsch RP-600M II |
|
Driver Setup
|
2-way
|
2-way
|
|
Tweeter
|
1-inch
|
1-inch
|
|
Midrange
|
- |
- |
|
Woofer
|
1 x 5.25-inch
|
1 x 6.5-inch
|
Ultra Elevation features a 1" aluminum Dome Tweeter and 1 x 5.25" Composite glass-fiber Woofer with a Crossover frequency at 1900Hz. On the other hand, the RP-600M II features a 1" titanium Hybrid Tractrix Horn Tweeter and 1 x 6.5" Cerametallic cone Woofer with a Crossover frequency at 1500 Hz.
Frequency Response
Ultra Elevation has a frequency range of 48-40k Hz whereas RP-600M II has a frequency range of 44-25k Hz. With a minimum frequency of 44Hz, the RP-600M II can go slightly deeper then the Ultra Elevation's min frequency of 48Hz.
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 Surround class in our database.
Low Frequency
Surround Speakers
High Frequency
Surround 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.
Impedance and Sensitivity
Ultra Elevation is a 6 ohms speaker compared to the RP-600M II which has a nominal impedance of 8 ohms.
These two speakers also have different sensitivity levels. Ultra Elevation sensitivity is rated at 87 dB and the RP-600M II's is rated at 94.5 dB. This 7 dB difference makes the Klipsch RP-600M II a more sensitive speaker compared to SVS Ultra Elevation, hence will play louder with the same amount of watts.
Sensitivity
Surround 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.
Ultra Elevation can handle a max power of 150 watts RMS from the amp the whereas RP-600M II has a max power handling value of 100 watts RMS, 50 watts less than the Ultra Elevation.
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
RP-600M II features Binding post posts which make bi-amping or bi-wiring possible. Ultra Elevation has a Gold-plated 5-way which doesn't feature bi-amping/bi-wiring.
SVS Ultra Elevation's Gold-plated 5-way terminals
Klipsch RP-600M II's Binding post terminals allows Bi-amping or bi-wiring
Cabinet Type and Port Position
Both Ultra Elevation and RP-600M II 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 SVS Ultra Elevation's and Klipsch RP-600M II's external dimensions. SVS Ultra Elevation has external dimensions of 283 x 185 x 249.4mm ( 11.14 x 7.28 x 9.82”) whereas Klipsch RP-600M II has external dimensions of 402.0 x 204.0 x 332.0mm ( 15-13/16 x 8 x 13-1/16inch) .
Klipsch RP-600M II is clearly the larger of the two speakers. Its body is 19mm wider, 119mm taller and 83mm deeper than SVS Ultra Elevation.
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 SVS Ultra Elevation is approximately 460.7cm2 / 71.4inch2 and base area of the Klipsch RP-600M II is approximately 677.3cm2 / 105.0inch2. The Ultra Elevation requires 32% less surface area than the RP-600M II which gives it a small advantage on placement in tight spaces.
What's in the Box of Klipsch RP-600M II?
Here are the items that come with the RP-600M II:
2 Bookshelf loudspeakers2 Grilles4 Terminal jumpers (pre-installed)User ManualImportant Safety InstructionsWarranty Information