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Sony Signature Series SA-Z1 vs Klipsch The Fives Comparison

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Sony Signature Series SA-Z1 vs Klipsch The Fives Speaker Comparison

In this review, we will be comparing Sony Signature Series SA-Z1 and The Fives, two Powered Bookshelf speakers from Sony and Klipsch. 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 Sony Signature Series SA-Z1 and Klipsch The Fives first before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Sony Signature Series SA-Z1 Key Specs

  • 2-way Design
  • 212-watt RMS Integrated Amplifier
  • 0.75, 0.5 (2)" Hard-Dome Tweeter
  • 2 x 4" Woofer
  • 51-100k Hz Frequency Response
  • 32-bit Max Depth / 768 Hz Max Sample Rate
  • Dimensions (H x W x D): 209.5" x 7.875" x 12.875"( 209.5 x 200.0 x 327.0mm )

Klipsch The Fives Key Specs

  • 2-way Design
  • 160-watt RMS( 320-watt Peak) Integrated Amplifier
  • 1" Tractrix Horn Tweeter
  • 4.5" Fiber-composite Woofer
  • 50-25k Hz Frequency Response
  • 24-bit Max Depth / 192 kHz Max Sample Rate
  • App Control Feature
  • Weight:4.85kg
  • Dimensions (H x W x D): 314.3" x 6.5" x 11.125"( 314.3 x 165.1 x 282.6mm )

In the following sections, we will get into more detail in order to better understand how the Sony Signature Series SA-Z1 and Klipsch The Fives 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 Sony Signature Series SA-Z1 and The Fives are 2-way speakers.

Driver Sony Signature Series SA-Z1 Klipsch The Fives
Driver Setup 2-way 2-way
Tweeter 0.75, 0.5 (2)-inch 1-inch
Midrange - -
Woofer 2 x 4-inch 1 x 4.5-inch

Sony Signature Series SA-Z1 features a 0.75, 0.5 (2)" Titanium Hard-Dome Tweeter and 2 x 4" Woofer . On the other hand, the The Fives features a 1" Titanium Tractrix Horn Tweeter and 1 x 4.5" Fiber-composite Woofer .

Frequency Response

Sony Signature Series SA-Z1 has a frequency range of 51-100k Hz whereas The Fives has a frequency range of 50-25k Hz. With a minimum frequency of 50Hz, the The Fives can go slightly deeper then the Sony Signature Series SA-Z1's min frequency of 51Hz.

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

Sony Signature Series SA-Z1
The Fives
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Average
Max
High Frequency

Bookshelf Speakers

Sony Signature Series SA-Z1
Klipsch The Fives
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.

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 Sony Signature Series SA-Z1's and Klipsch The Fives's external dimensions. Sony Signature Series SA-Z1 has external dimensions of 209.5 x 200.0 x 327.0mm ( 8.25 x 7.875 x 12.875inch) whereas Klipsch The Fives has external dimensions of 314.3 x 165.1 x 282.6mm ( 12.375 x 6.5 x 11.125inch) .

Klipsch The Fives is 34.9mm narrower and 44.4mm less deeper than Sony Signature Series SA-Z1 but it is also 104.8mm taller.

Below you can see the front view size comparison of Sony Signature Series SA-Z1 and Klipsch The Fives in scale.

Sony Signature Series SA-Z1 vs Klipsch The Fives Size Comparison - Front View
Comparison image of Sony Signature Series SA-Z1 and Klipsch The Fives 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 Sony Signature Series SA-Z1 is approximately 654.0cm2 / 101.4inch2 and base area of the Klipsch The Fives is approximately 466.6cm2 / 72.3inch2. The Sony Signature Series SA-Z1 requires 40% more surface area than the The Fives 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:

Sony Signature Series SA-Z1 vs Klipsch The Fives Size Comparison on a Media Console
Size Comparison image of Sony Signature Series SA-Z1 and Klipsch The Fives on a Media Console

What's in the Box of Sony Signature Series SA-Z1?

Here are the items that are included inside the box of Sony Signature Series SA-Z1:
  • 2 Desktop monitor speakers
  • 2 AC power cords
  • Digital sync cable
  • Walkman cable
  • USB-C to USB-B cable
  • Remote control
  • 2 AAA batteries
  • Instruction Manual
  • What's in the Box of Klipsch The Fives?

    Here are the items that come with the The Fives:
  • Powered speaker (right)
  • Passive speaker (left)
  • 6-inch AC power cord
  • 13-feet Proprietary speaker cable
  • 58-inch HDMI cable
  • 59-inch USB-A to USB-B cable
  • Remote control
  • 2 AAA batteries
  • Instruction Booklet
  • Need Help? card

  • Reasons to choose Sony Signature Series SA-Z1 over Klipsch The Fives
    Number of Woofers 2 vs 1 More woofers
    High Frequency Response 100k Hz vs 25k Hz Generates higher frequency
    Height 209mm vs 314mm Easier to fit in smaller spaces
    USB Port USB-B vs No USB port adds flexibility
    RCA Connection Yes vs No Connection via RCA input
    XLR Connection Yes vs No Connection via XLR input

    Reasons to choose Klipsch The Fives over Sony Signature Series SA-Z1

    Woofer Size 4.5 inches vs 4 inches Larger woofer
    Low Frequency Response 50 Hz vs 51 Hz Generates deeper bass
    App-Based Control Apple iOS, Android vs None Control the speaker via an app
    Base Surface Area 466cm2 vs 654cm2 Takes less floor space
    Price per pair* 969USD vs 8000USD costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time)
    USB Port USB-B vs No USB port adds flexibility
    Phono Input Yes vs No Connect your turntable directly
    HDMI Input ARC vs No Connect HDMI sources directly
    Subwoofer Output mono-RCA vs No Pair your speakers with external subwoofer
    Sony Signature Series SA-Z1 vs Klipsch The Fives Specs Table
    Detailed comparison of specifications
    General Sony Signature Series SA-Z1 Klipsch The Fives
    Brand Sony Klipsch
    Speaker Type Powered Stereo Speakers Powered Stereo Speakers
    Frequency Response 51-100k Hz 50-25k Hz
    Amplifier
    Watts RMS (Continuous) 212-watt RMS 160-watt RMS
    Watts Peak (Max) n/a 320-watt RMS
    Max Bit Depth 32-bit 24-bit
    Max Sample Rate 768 Hz 192 kHz
    Drivers
    Woofer Quantity 2 1
    Woofer Size 4" 4.5"
    Woofer Composition Fiber-composite
    Tweeter Size 0.75, 0.5 (2)" 1"
    Tweeter Type Hard-Dome Tractrix Horn
    Aimable Tweeter No No
    Midrange Driver No No
    Firing Direction n/a rear
    Physical Specs
    Height 209.5mm (8.2") 314.3mm (12.4")
    Width 200.0mm (7.9") 165.1mm (6.5")
    Depth 327.0mm (12.9") 282.6mm (11.1")
    Weight n/a 4.85kg (10.7lbs)
    Enclosure Bass Reflex Bass Reflex
    Finish n/a MDF with genuine wood veneer
    Available Colors n/a Black,Walnut
    Mounting Bracket No No
    Grille n/a Yes
    Moisture Resistancy No No
    Connections
    Aux Inputs 3.5mm, RCA, XLR 3.5mm
    USB Port USB-B USB-B
    Phone Input No Yes
    Subwoofer Output No mono-RCA
    Digital Input Optical, Walkman Optical, HDMI
    HDMI Input No ARC
    Headphone Jack No No
    Ethernet Port No No
    Other
    Parts Warranty 2 Years 1 Year
    Labor Warranty 2 Years 1 Year

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