Klipsch Reference R-25C is a 2-way Passive Sealed Center Channel speaker by Klipsch. It was released in 2018. Center channel speaker is an important component of a home theater system set-up as it delivers the listener significant part of the on-screen dialogue from your television. It features a Tractrix Horn Tweeter and 2 x 5.25" Copper spun Woofer. The speaker has a frequency range of 82-24K Hz and a sensitivity of 98 dB. Klipsch Reference R-25C has an MSRP of 129$.
Room Size Suitability
The size of the room where you plan to use the Klipsch Reference R-25C 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.)
Klipsch's Reference (R) Center Series of Loudspeakers
R-25C is a member of Klipsch's Reference (R) Center series of Passive speakers. These are the center-channel models in Klipsch's affordable Reference (R) range. Below you can see the main specs of these speakers.
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Klipsch Reference (R) Center Series Speakers
Frequency Response of the Klipsch Reference R-25C Speaker
Klipsch Reference R-25C has a Frequency response range of 82-24K Hz and Power Range of up to 100 watts.
Here we have a comparison of how R-25C's Low frequency value compares with the average, max and min Low frequency values in its class.
Low Frequency
Center Channel Speakers
Crossover frequency of the Klipsch Reference R-25C?
The crossover frequency of the R-25C is set to 1800 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 Reference R-25C's nominal impedance level is
8 ohms and has a sensitivity of
98 dB.
Sensitivity
Center Channel Speakers
8 Ohms is pretty much the standard nominal impedance amongst stereo speakers and amplifiers so Klipsch Reference R-25C is not considered a difficult to drive speaker from nominal Impedance perspective.
Sensitivity
98dB of the Klipsch Reference R-25C is considered a high sensitivity compared to average stereo speaker which makes R-25C 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 Reference R-25C will be a good choice. Work out how loud the Klipsch Reference R-25C plays in your room →
What amplifier does the Klipsch Reference R-25C 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
R-25C features Binding post type connectors. Bi-amping and Bi-wiring are not possible.
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Klipsch Reference R-25C Back View
Klipsch Reference R-25C External Dimensions and Weight
Klipsch Reference R-25C has external dimensions of (Height x Width x Depth) 7.25 x 18.75 x 7.25-inch (184 x 476 x 184mm ).
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 Reference R-25C is approximately 876.0cm2 / 135.8inch2.
To get a better perspective on the real life size of Klipsch Reference R-25C, let's compare it with a standard size Compact Disc which has a diameter of 4.7inch (120mm).
Klipsch Reference R-25C Speaker Size Compared to a Compact Disc
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WeightThe Klipsch Reference R-25C weighs 6.70kg / 14.7lbs per piece. Here is a comparison of how R-25C's weight compares with the average, max and min weights in its class.
Weight
All Center Channel Speakers
Weight
Center Channel Speakers under $300
Cabinet type and Materials
Klipsch Reference R-25C has a
Sealed type cabinet and a Polymer Veneer finish.
Speaker Feet
Klipsch Reference R-25C comes with 4 Self-adhesive rubber 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.
Available colors
Klipsch Reference R-25C is available in Black.
Does the Klipsch Reference R-25C come with a Grille?
R-25C 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 R-25C is magnetic type, it is very easy to put it on and off.
Klipsch Reference R-25C with Grille
What's in the Box of Klipsch Reference R-25C?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of R-25C:
- Center-channel loudspeaker
- Grille
- User Manual
- Important Safety Instructions
- Warranty Information
Recommended Accessories
Here is a list of accessories that we think you may need for the Klipsch Reference R-25C.
User's Manual
For more information about how to setup, use and maintain the Klipsch Reference R-25C, use the direct link below to download the official manual document:
Download User Manual for Klipsch Reference R-25C
Official Brochure
Here is a link to download the official brochure for the Klipsch Reference R-25C speaker:
Official Brochure for Klipsch Reference R-25C
Official Product Page
Official manufacturer's product page for the Klipsch Reference R-25C speaker can be found below:
Official Product Page for Klipsch Reference R-25C
Warranty
5 Years of parts warranty and 5 Years of labor warranty is generally provided by the manufacturer.