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Castle Knight 4 Review
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Main Features

  • 1" Soft-Dome Tweeter
  • 2 x 5" Natural Fibre Woofer
  • 36-24k Hz Frequency Response
  • 90 dB Sensitivity
  • Impedance: 8ohms
  • Power Range: 25-150 watts
  • Weight: 27.56 lbs / 12.50 kg
  • Dimensions(HxWxD): 35-7/16"x6-1/2"x10-5/8" / 900.0 x 165.0 x 270.0mm
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Castle Knight 4 Review
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Made by Castle

Castle Knight 4 is a 2-way Passive Transmission Line Floor-standing speaker by Castle. It was released in May 2010. It features a 1" Soft-Dome Tweeter and 2 x 5" Natural Fibre Woofer.

A 2.5-way floorstander: two 130 mm natural fibre cones (one bass, one bass/mid) and a 25 mm textile dome, TPT quarter-wave loading. 90 dB (1 W/1 m), 8 ohms, 25-150 W, nominal 36 Hz-24 kHz. Launched in 2010 at GBP 799.95 a pair; now in Castle's archive.

The speaker has a frequency range of 36-24k Hz and a sensitivity of 90 dB.

Room Size Suitability

The size of the room where you plan to use the Castle Knight 4 is a crucial factor in your decision. We have assessed its suitability for various room sizes based on its dimensions and maximum power output:

Listening Environment* Suitability
Near-fieldPoor
Small RoomAverage
Mid-size RoomGood
Large RoomAverage
Very Large RoomPoor

(* 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.)

Castle's Knight Series of Loudspeakers

Knight 4 is a member of Castle's Knight series of Passive speakers. Below you can see the main specs of these speakers.

See all 5 Castle Knight models compared »

Castle Knight Series Speakers
Model Frequency SensitivityImpedance Woofer
Castle Knight 1
Compare
46-24k Hz 88 dB8Ω 1 x 5"
Castle Knight 2
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42-24k Hz 90 dB8Ω 1 x 6"
Castle Knight 3
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38-24k Hz 88 dB8Ω 1 x 5"
Castle Knight 4
36-24k Hz 90 dB8Ω 2 x 5"
Castle Knight 5
Compare
30-24k Hz 91 dB8Ω 2 x 6"

Frequency Response of the Castle Knight 4 Speaker

Castle Knight 4 has a Frequency response range of 36-24k Hz and Power Range of 25-150 watts. With a minimum frequency of 36 Hz, Knight 4 delivers deep bass that will likely satisfy most listeners, especially those who enjoy music. However, movie enthusiasts and music fans who prefer a full range of sound may still benefit from adding a subwoofer.

Here we have a comparison of how Knight 4's Low frequency value compares with the average, max and min Low frequency values in its class.
Low Frequency
Floor-standing Speakers
Castle Knight 4
Min
Average
Median
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  • Work out the crossover setting - it follows from this speaker's 36 Hz low end
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Crossover frequency of the Castle Knight 4?

The crossover frequency of the Knight 4 is set to 3 kHz. This is the threshold frequency where the higher frequency signals over this level are sent to the tweeter and the lower-frequency signals are sent to the woofer by the crossover component.

Castle Knight 4 driver frequency bands36-3kWoofer 5"3k-24kTweeter 1"20501002005001k2k5k10k20k40kHz, log scale

Impedance and Sensitivity

Castle Knight 4's nominal impedance level is 8 ohms and has a sensitivity of 90 dB.

Sensitivity
Floor-standing Speakers
Castle Knight 4
Min
Average
Median

8 Ohms is pretty much the standard nominal impedance amongst stereo speakers and amplifiers so Castle Knight 4 is not considered a difficult to drive speaker from nominal Impedance perspective.

Sensitivity

90dB of the Castle Knight 4 is an average sensitivity for stereo speaker so it is neither easy nor difficult to drive Sensitivity wise. Work out how loud the Castle Knight 4 plays in your room →

What amplifier does the Castle Knight 4 need?

At normal listening levels in a medium room, about 7.5–120 W per channel into 8 ohms. Set your own conditions and we will rank every amplifier we cover.

We check power, impedance safety and current delivery - not just watts.

Prefer to browse? See every integrated amplifier we cover.

Input Type

Knight 4 features Binding post type connectors.

Work out what gauge speaker cable this run needs →

Castle Knight 4 External Dimensions and Weight

Castle Knight 4 has external dimensions of (Height x Width x Depth) 35-7/16 x 6-1/2 x 10-5/8inch (900.0 x 165.0 x 270.0mm ).

Base Surface Area
Base surface area of a loudspeaker may become a determining factor when the space in your room or desk is limited. The base area of Castle Knight 4 is approximately 445.5cm2 / 69.1inch2.

Find speakers that fit your shelf or alcove →  ·  Work out where they should sit in the room →

Weight

The Castle Knight 4 weighs 12.50kg / 27.5lbs per piece. Here is a comparison of how Knight 4's weight compares with the average, max and min weights in its class.

Weight
All Floor-standing Speakers
Castle Knight 4
Min
Average
Median

Cabinet type and Materials

Castle Knight 4 has a Transmission Line type cabinet and a Real wood veneer, semi-matt lacquer finish.

Recommended Accessories

Here is a list of accessories that we think you may need for the Castle Knight 4.

  • Speaker Cable and Connectors
    • Speaker Cables with Banana Plugs: If you know the lenght of the cable you need, this is the easier option to connect your speakers with your amp.
    • Speaker Cables without Connectors: If you are not sure about the lenght or need longer than standard cables with plugs, choose this option.
    • Banana Connectors and Plugs: If you chose the cables without connectors option or already have some cable around, pick the banana plugs separately.
  • Vibration Isolators: IsoAcoustics isolators are our favorite isolators but you may find more affordable options too.
  • Acoustic Panels and Treatments: Your room is as important as your stereo equipment so acoustic treatments goes a long way in improving the overall performance.

Official Product Page

Official manufacturer's product page for the Castle Knight 4 speaker can be found below:
Official Product Page for Castle Knight 4

Castle Knight 4 Alternatives in Passive Floor-standing Speakers
Model Type Sensitivity Impedance Frequency
Castle Knight 5
Compare
2-way 91 dB 8 ohms 30-24k Hz
Castle Knight 3
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2-way 88 dB 8 ohms 38-24k Hz
Castle Knight 2
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2-way 90 dB 8 ohms 42-24k Hz
Castle Knight 1
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2-way 88 dB 8 ohms 46-24k Hz
Frequently Asked Questions about Castle Knight 4

What amplifier do you need for the Castle Knight 4?

Castle rates the Castle Knight 4 for 25-150 watts of amplifier power. It is an 8-ohm speaker, the usual nominal load, so almost any amplifier or receiver can drive it.

Is the Castle Knight 4 easy to drive?

The Castle Knight 4 has a sensitivity of 90 dB. That is high: it goes loud on modest power, so it suits low-powered amplifiers, including valve/tube designs.

Does the Castle Knight 4 need a subwoofer?

The Castle Knight 4 reaches down to 36Hz (full range 36-24k Hz). That is deep enough that many listeners will not feel the need for a subwoofer with music.

What drivers does the Castle Knight 4 use?

The Castle Knight 4 is a 2-way design using a 1" Soft-Dome tweeter and 2 x 5" Natural Fibre woofers.

Is the Castle Knight 4 sealed or ported?

The Castle Knight 4 uses a Ported enclosure. A ported design uses a tuned vent to get more low-end output from the same driver, but it wants some breathing room behind it.

How big and heavy is the Castle Knight 4?

The Castle Knight 4 weighs 12.50kg / 27.5lbs each and measures 35-7/16 x 6-1/2 x 10-5/8inch (HxWxD).


Castle Knight 4 Detailed Specifications

General
BrandCastle
Full Model NameCastle Knight 4
Speaker Type2-way Floor-standing
Power Range25-150 watts
Sensitivity90 dB
Impedance8 ohms
Frequency Response36-24k Hz
Release DateMay 2010
DRIVERS
Woofer Size5-inch
Woofer CompositionNatural Fibre
Tweeter Size1-inch
Tweeter TypeSoft-Dome
Crossover freq3 kHz

CONNECTIONS
Connector TypeBinding post
PHYSICAL SPECS
Height900.0mm ( 35-7/16-inch)
Width165.0mm ( 6-1/2-inch)
Depth270.0mm ( 10-5/8-inch)
Height900.0mm ( 35-7/16-inch)
Weight12.5 kg (27.6 lbs)
EnclosureTransmission Line
FinishReal wood veneer, semi-matt lacquer
Moisture ResistanceNo
OTHER
Handheld RemoteNo
Parts Warranty
Labor Warranty
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