Klipsch The Nines is a 2-way Powered Bass Reflex Bookshelf speaker by Klipsch. It was released in 2022. The Nines's built-in amplifier provides 240-watt RMS( 480-watt Peak). The built-in power amplifier saves space & eliminates the need to connect Klipsch The Nines to a stereo receiver or external power amp. It features a 1" Tractrix Horn Tweeter and 1 x 8" Fiber-composite Woofer. The speaker has a frequency range of 34-25k Hz. Klipsch The Nines has an MSRP of 1499$ per pair.
Klipsch The Nines Speaker Structure
Klipsch later replaced The Nines with The Nines II. Follow the link to read our in-depth comparison of these speakers:
Compare Klipsch The Nines vs Klipsch The Nines II
Klipsch The Nines Lifestyle
Klipsch's Heritage Inspired Series of Loudspeakers
The Nines is a member of Klipsch's Heritage Inspired series of Powered speakers. The Heritage-inspired range are Klipsch's powered speakers with retro styling, like The Fives, The Sevens and The Nines. Below you can see the main specs of these speakers.
Klipsch Heritage Inspired Series Speakers
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Frequency Response of the Klipsch The Nines Speaker
Klipsch The Nines has a Frequency response range of 34-25k Hz. With a minimum frequency of 34 Hz, The Nines 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 The Nines's Low frequency value compares with the average, max and min Low frequency values in its class.
Low Frequency
Bookshelf Speakers
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Klipsch The Nines Back View
Handheld Remote
Klipsch The Nines comes with a handheld remote which is obviously very useful to control your powered speakers from a distance.
Klipsch The Nines Handheld Remote
Bluetooth Connectivity
Klipsch The Nines employs Built-in 5.0 Bluetooth for wireless music streaming from your Bluetooth-enabled devices such as Apple iPod/iPhone/iPad, Android smartphone/tablet, Windows PC, Mac computers/laptops. The Nines can playback up to 24-bit / 192 kHz with compatible devices.
Klipsch The Nines supports the following Bluetooth Codecs when used with supported devices:
App-Based Control
Klipsch The Nines can be controlled wirelessly via Klipsch Connect application available on Apple iOS and Android.
Klipsch Connect Wireless Control App
Inputs and Outputs
- 3.5mm Minijack Input
- USB Port: USB-B
- Phono Input
- mono-RCA Subwoofer Output
- Digital Input: Optical, HDMI
- HDMI Input: ARC
Klipsch The Nines External Dimensions and Weight
Klipsch The Nines has external dimensions of (Height x Width x Depth) 19.375inch x 9.5625inch x 15.6875inch (493.0 x 243.0 x 399.0mm ).
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 The Nines is approximately 969.6cm2 / 150.3inch2.
To get a better perspective on the real life size of Klipsch The Nines, let's compare it with a standard size Compact Disc which has a diameter of 4.7inch (120mm).
Klipsch The Nines Speaker Size Compared to a Compact Disc
Here we place the Klipsch The Nines virtually next to a standard width amplifier and turntable on a BDI Octave Media Cabinet to get a better idea about the size.
Klipsch The Nines Speaker next to an amplifier and turntable
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Weight The speaker with the built-in amplifier weighs 1.88kg / 4.1lbs whereas the other speaker weighs 12.25kg/ 27lbs. Here is a comparison of how The Nines's weight compares with the average, max and min weights in its class.
Weight
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Weight
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Klipsch The Nines - Top View
Cabinet type and Materials
Klipsch The Nines has a
Bass Reflex type cabinet and a MDF with genuine 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.
Port Position
Klipsch The Nines 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 The Nines is available in Black and Walnut.
Wall Mounting
The Nines doesn't sport any built-in mounting bracket, so you need an external structure to mount it on walls.
Does the Klipsch The Nines come with a Grille?
The Nines 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 Nines is magnetic type, it is very easy to put it on and off.
Klipsch The Nines with Grille
What's in the Box of Klipsch The Nines?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of The Nines:
- Powered speaker (Primary)
- Passive speaker (Secondary)
- 2 Grilles (pre-installed)
- 6.5-feet AC power cord
- 13-feet Proprietary speaker cable
- 6.5-feet Proprietary extension cable
- 58-inch HDMI cable
- 5-feet USB-B to USB-A cable
- Remote control
- 2 AAA batteries
- Instruction Booklet
- Need Help? Card
Recommended Accessories
Here is a list of accessories that we think you may need for the Klipsch The Nines.
- 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 Klipsch The Nines, use the direct link below to download the official manual document:
Download User Manual for Klipsch The Nines
Official Product Page
Official manufacturer's product page for the Klipsch The Nines speaker can be found below:
Official Product Page for Klipsch The Nines
Warranty
1 Year of parts warranty and 1 Year of labor warranty is generally provided by the manufacturer.