Klipsch Reference Premiere RP-280F is a 2-way Passive Bass Reflex Floor-standing speaker by Klipsch. It was released in 2015. It features a 1" Tractrix Horn Tweeter and 2 x 8" Cerametallic Woofer. The speaker has a frequency range of 32-25k Hz and a sensitivity of 98 dB. Klipsch RP-280F has an MSRP of 1198$ per pair but can often be found around 698$ per pair.
Room Size Suitability
The size of the room where you plan to use the Klipsch RP-280F 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 | Bad |
| Small Room | Poor |
| Mid-size Room | Good |
| Large Room | Good |
| 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.)
Klipsch's Reference Premiere (RP) Series of Loudspeakers
RP-280F is a member of Klipsch's Reference Premiere (RP) series of Passive speakers. Reference Premiere (RP) is Klipsch's step-up range, with hybrid Tractrix horns and larger spun-copper woofers than the Reference line. Below you can see the main specs of these speakers.
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Klipsch Reference Premiere (RP) Series Speakers
Klipsch Reference Premiere (RP) Series Speakers
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Frequency Response of the Klipsch RP-280F Speaker
Klipsch RP-280F has a Frequency response range of 32-25k Hz and Power Range of up to 150 watts. With a minimum frequency of 32 Hz, RP-280F 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 RP-280F's Low frequency value compares with the average, max and min Low frequency values in its class.
Low Frequency
Floor-standing Speakers
Thinking about a subwoofer for the Klipsch RP-280F?
Among the speakers in our database with a max MSRP price of 1500$ (Pair), these are the 2 Passive Floor-standing speakers that have the deeper bass levels than the Klipsch RP-280F's 32Hz:
Crossover frequency of the Klipsch RP-280F?
The crossover frequency of the RP-280F is set to 1750 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
Klipsch RP-280F's nominal impedance level is
8 ohms and has a sensitivity of
98 dB.
Sensitivity
Floor-standing Speakers
8 Ohms is pretty much the standard nominal impedance amongst stereo speakers and amplifiers so Klipsch Reference Premiere RP-280F is not considered a difficult to drive speaker from nominal Impedance perspective.
Sensitivity
98dB of the Klipsch Reference Premiere RP-280F is considered a high sensitivity compared to average stereo speaker which makes RP-280F an easy to drive from Sensitivity perspective. If you are planning to power your speaker with a Tube amp which are generally very low power, the Klipsch RP-280F will be a good choice. Work out how loud the Klipsch RP-280F plays in your room →
What amplifier does the Klipsch RP-280F need?
At normal listening levels in a medium room, about
1.2–60 W
per channel into 8 ohms.
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Input Type
RP-280F has Binding 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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Klipsch RP-280F Back View
Klipsch RP-280F External Dimensions and Weight
Klipsch RP-280F has external dimensions of (Height x Width x Depth) 43-1/16 x 10-9/16 x 17-3/8inch (1094.0 x 269.0 x 442.0mm ).
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 Klipsch RP-280F is approximately 1189.0cm2 / 184.3inch2.
To get a better perspective on the real life size of Klipsch RP-280F, let's compare it with a standard size Compact Disc which has a diameter of 4.7inch (120mm).
Klipsch RP-280F Speaker Size Compared to a Compact Disc
Here we place the Klipsch RP-280F virtually next to a standard width amplifier and turntable on a media center to get a better idea about the size.
Klipsch RP-280F Floor-standing Speaker next to a Media Stand
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WeightThe Klipsch RP-280F weighs 28.41kg / 62.5lbs per piece. Here is a comparison of how RP-280F's weight compares with the average, max and min weights in its class.
Weight
All Floor-standing Speakers
Weight
Floor-standing Speakers under $1500
Cabinet type and Materials
Klipsch RP-280F has a
Bass Reflex type cabinet and a MDF/Wood-grain vinyl 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
Klipsch RP-280F comes with the parts below which you can use to secure your loudspeaker on the surface that you are putting on:
- 4 Spike feet
- 6 Rubber feet
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
Klipsch RP-280F 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
Klipsch RP-280F is available in Walnut and Black.
Does the Klipsch RP-280F come with a Grille?
RP-280F 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 RP-280F is magnetic type, it is very easy to put it on and off.
Klipsch RP-280F with Grille
What's in the Box of Klipsch RP-280F?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of RP-280F:
- Floorstanding loudspeaker (Ebony)
- Speaker base
- Detachable magnetic grille
- Four 1-inch #6 Wood screws
- 4 Spike feet
- 6 Rubber feet
- User Manual
- Warranty Information
- Important Safety Instructions
Recommended Accessories
Here is a list of accessories that we think you may need for the Klipsch Reference Premiere RP-280F.
Official Product Page
Official manufacturer's product page for the Klipsch Reference Premiere RP-280F speaker can be found below:
Official Product Page for Klipsch RP-280F
Warranty
5 Years of parts warranty and 5 Years of labor warranty is generally provided by the manufacturer.