Klipsch Reference RF-7 III is a 2-way Passive Bass Reflex Floor-standing speaker by Klipsch. It was released in 2017. It features a 1.75" dome Tweeter and 2 x 10" Cerametallic Woofer. The speaker has a frequency range of 32-25k Hz and a sensitivity of 100 dB. Klipsch RF-7 III has an MSRP of 4398$ per pair.
Room Size Suitability
The size of the room where you plan to use the Klipsch RF-7 III 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 | Average |
| Large Room | Good |
| Very Large Room | Average |
(* 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 RF-7 III Speaker Structure
Klipsch's Reference (R) Floor-standing Series of Loudspeakers
RF-7 III is a member of Klipsch's Reference (R) Floor-standing series of Passive speakers. These are the floorstanding 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) Floor-standing Series Speakers
Frequency Response of the Klipsch RF-7 III Speaker
Klipsch RF-7 III has a Frequency response range of 32-25k Hz and Power Range of up to 250 watts. With a minimum frequency of 32 Hz, RF-7 III 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 RF-7 III'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 RF-7 III?
Among the speakers in our database with a max MSRP price of 5000$ (Pair), these are the 5 Passive Floor-standing speakers that have the deeper bass levels than the Klipsch RF-7 III's 32Hz:
Crossover frequency of the Klipsch RF-7 III?
The crossover frequency of the RF-7 III is set to 1300Hz. 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 RF-7 III's nominal impedance level is
8 ohms and has a sensitivity of
100 dB.
Sensitivity
Floor-standing Speakers
8 Ohms is pretty much the standard nominal impedance amongst stereo speakers and amplifiers so Klipsch Reference RF-7 III is not considered a difficult to drive speaker from nominal Impedance perspective.
Sensitivity
100dB of the Klipsch Reference RF-7 III is considered a high sensitivity compared to average stereo speaker which makes RF-7 III 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 RF-7 III will be a good choice. Work out how loud the Klipsch RF-7 III plays in your room →
What amplifier does the Klipsch RF-7 III need?
At normal listening levels in a medium room, about
0.8–60 W
per channel into 8 ohms.
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Input Type
RF-7 III 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 RF-7 III Back View
Klipsch RF-7 III External Dimensions and Weight
Klipsch RF-7 III has external dimensions of (Height x Width x Depth) 49-1/16 x 13-15/16 x 17-15/16inch (1247.0 x 355.0 x 456.0mm ).
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 RF-7 III is approximately 1618.8cm2 / 250.9inch2.
To get a better perspective on the real life size of Klipsch RF-7 III, let's compare it with a standard size Compact Disc which has a diameter of 4.7inch (120mm).
Klipsch RF-7 III Speaker Size Compared to a Compact Disc
Here we place the Klipsch RF-7 III virtually next to a standard width amplifier and turntable on a media center to get a better idea about the size.
Klipsch RF-7 III Floor-standing Speaker next to a Media Stand
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WeightThe Klipsch RF-7 III weighs 44.10kg / 97lbs per piece. Here is a comparison of how RF-7 III's weight compares with the average, max and min weights in its class.
Weight
All Floor-standing Speakers
Weight
Floor-standing Speakers under $5000
Cabinet type and Materials
Klipsch RF-7 III 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
Klipsch RF-7 III comes with the parts below which you can use to secure your loudspeaker on the surface that you are putting on:
- Plinth
- 4 Spike feet
- 4 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 RF-7 III 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 RF-7 III is available in Black ash, Cherry and Walnut.
Does the Klipsch RF-7 III come with a Grille?
RF-7 III comes with magnetic grilles. 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 RF-7 III is magnetic type, it is very easy to put it on and off.
Klipsch RF-7 III with Grille
What's in the Box of Klipsch RF-7 III?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of RF-7 III:
- Floorstanding loudspeaker
- Plinth
- Grille
- 4 Spike feet
- 4 Rubber feet
- 2 Jumpers (pre-installed)
- 4 Machine screws
- Owners Manual
Recommended Accessories
Here is a list of accessories that we think you may need for the Klipsch Reference RF-7 III.
Official Product Page
Official manufacturer's product page for the Klipsch Reference RF-7 III speaker can be found below:
Official Product Page for Klipsch RF-7 III
Warranty
5 Years of parts warranty and 5 Years of labor warranty is generally provided by the manufacturer.