KLH Kendall 2B is a 2-way Passive Bass Reflex Bookshelf speaker by KLH. It was released in 2022. It features a 1" Hard-Dome Tweeter and 1 x 6.5" Aluminum Woofer. The speaker has a frequency range of 55-20k Hz and a sensitivity of 86 dB. KLH Kendall 2B has an MSRP of 999$ per pair.
Room Size Suitability
The size of the room where you plan to use the KLH Kendall 2B 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-field | Poor |
| Small Room | Average |
| Mid-size Room | Good |
| Large Room | Average |
| Very Large Room | Poor |
(* 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.)
KLH Kendall 2B Lifestyle
KLH's Kendall 2 Series of Loudspeakers
Kendall 2B is a member of KLH's Kendall 2 series of Passive speakers. The Kendall 2 range are the second generation of KLH's Kendall floorstanding and bookshelf speakers. Below you can see the main specs of these speakers.
KLH Kendall 2 Series Speakers
KLH Kendall 2 Series Speakers
Frequency Response of the KLH Kendall 2B Speaker
KLH Kendall 2B has a Frequency response range of 55-20k Hz and Power Range of 200 watts. With a minimum frequency of 55 Hz, Kendall 2B delivers moderate bass depth so depending on your use case, you might want to consider adding a subwoofer to your system.
Here we have a comparison of how Kendall 2B's Low frequency value compares with the average, max and min Low frequency values in its class.
Low Frequency
Bookshelf Speakers
Thinking about a subwoofer for the KLH Kendall 2B?
Among the speakers in our database with a max MSRP price of 1000$ (Pair), these are the 3 Passive Bookshelf speakers that have the deeper bass levels than the KLH Kendall 2B's 55Hz:
Crossover frequency of the KLH Kendall 2B?
The crossover frequency of the Kendall 2B is set to 2500 HZ. 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.
Impedance and Sensitivity
KLH Kendall 2B's nominal impedance level is
8 ohms and has a sensitivity of
86 dB.
Sensitivity
Bookshelf Speakers
8 Ohms is pretty much the standard nominal impedance amongst stereo speakers and amplifiers so KLH Kendall 2B is not considered a difficult to drive speaker from nominal Impedance perspective.
Sensitivity
With a sensitivity level of only 86 dB, KLH Kendall 2B is a difficult to drive speaker from Sensitivity perspective, make sure to choose an amplifier with a high output if you like listening to your music at high volume levels. You may especially have a hard time using Tube amplifiers which are traditionally very low power compared to Class A/B or Class D amps. Work out how loud the KLH Kendall 2B plays in your room →
What amplifier does the KLH Kendall 2B need?
At normal listening levels in a medium room, about
19–200 W
per channel into 8 ohms.
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Input Type
Kendall 2B has 5-way post type connectors and lets bi-amping/bi-wiring. Bi-wiring can enhance the overall transparency of your loudspeakers by using separate speaker wires for the low and high-frequency drivers from a single amplifier. Bi-amping, on the other hand, involves using separate amplifiers for the high and low-frequency drivers, potentially resulting in a greater dynamic range and reduced distortion.
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KLH Kendall 2B's 5-way post terminals allows Bi-amping or bi-wiring
KLH Kendall 2B External Dimensions and Weight
KLH Kendall 2B has external dimensions of (Height x Width x Depth) 13-1/4inch x 7-3/4inch x 8-1/2inch (337.0 x 197.0 x 216.0mm ).
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 KLH Kendall 2B is approximately 425.5cm2 / 66.0inch2.
To get a better perspective on the real life size of KLH Kendall 2B, let's compare it with a standard size Compact Disc which has a diameter of 4.7inch (120mm).
KLH Kendall 2B Speaker Size Compared to a Compact Disc
Here we place the KLH Kendall 2B virtually next to a standard width amplifier and turntable on a BDI Octave Media Cabinet to get a better idea about the size.
KLH Kendall 2B Speaker next to an amplifier and turntable
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WeightThe KLH Kendall 2B weighs 5.91kg / 13lbs per piece. Here is a comparison of how Kendall 2B's weight compares with the average, max and min weights in its class.
Weight
All Bookshelf Speakers
Weight
Bookshelf Speakers under $1000
Cabinet type and Materials
KLH Kendall 2B has a
Bass Reflex type cabinet and a MDF/Wood veneer finish. Bass Reflex type loudspeakers (aka Ported, Vented or Reflex Port) have enclosures that uses a port, hole or vent cut into the cabinet. Ported designs are generally more efficient than the Sealed designs.
Speaker Feet
KLH Kendall 2B comes with Rubber Adhesive Feet which you can use to secure your loudspeaker on the surface that you are putting on.
It is always recommended to use some kind of feet under all types of speakers. Besides limiting the movement of the speakers, it also compensates for non-flat surfaces and limits the contact surface area of the speaker. Rubber based feet also help isolating the vibrations within certain frequency ranges.
Port Position
KLH Kendall 2B is a rear-firing port speaker so you have to make sure you leave enough space between the back of the speaker and wall or bookshelf so that it has room to breathe.
Available colors
KLH Kendall 2B is available in Black Oak and English Walnut.
Wall Mounting
Kendall 2B doesn't sport any built-in mounting bracket, so you need an external structure to mount it on walls.
Does the KLH Kendall 2B come with a Grille?
Kendall 2B comes with magnetic grilles in Black color choices. The purpose of the grille is to protect the delicate driver elements from external impacts while still allowing the sound to pass as clearly as possible. Since the included grille of the Kendall 2B is magnetic type, it is very easy to put it on and off.
KLH Kendall 2B with Grille
What's in the Box of KLH Kendall 2B?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of Kendall 2B:
- 2 x 2B Loudspeaker and Grille
- Owners Manual
- Binding Post Wrench
- Rubber Adhesive Feet
Recommended Accessories
Here is a list of accessories that we think you may need for the KLH Kendall 2B.
- Speaker Cable and Connectors
- 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.
- Speaker Stands: Stands bring your bookshelf speakers to ideal height (rule of thumb is to have the tweeter level with your ear in your listening position), helps stability and acoustical isolation.
User's Manual
For more information about how to setup, use and maintain the KLH Kendall 2B, use the direct link below to download the official manual document:
Download User Manual for KLH Kendall 2B
Official Brochure
Here is a link to download the official brochure for the KLH Kendall 2B speaker:
Official Brochure for KLH Kendall 2B
Official Product Page
Official manufacturer's product page for the KLH Kendall 2B speaker can be found below:
Official Product Page for KLH Kendall 2B
Warranty
10 years of parts warranty and 10 years of labor warranty is generally provided by the manufacturer.