Perlisten R4s Surround is a 3-way Passive Bass Reflex Bookshelf speaker by Perlisten. It was released in 2023. It features a Tweeter and x " Woofer.
1 x 165mm HPF diaphragm
The speaker has a frequency range of 48-32k Hz and a sensitivity of 86.5 dB. Perlisten R4s Surround has an MSRP of 4390$ per pair.
Room Size Suitability
The size of the room where you plan to use the Perlisten R4s Surround 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 | Good |
| Small Room | Good |
| Mid-size Room | Average |
| Large Room | Poor |
| Very Large Room | No way |
(* 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.)
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Frequency Response of the Perlisten R4s Surround Speaker
Perlisten R4s Surround has a Frequency response range of 48-32k Hz at ±3dB and Power Range of 50 - 200W RMS SPL Capability @1m(100-20kHz) 109.5dB peak <3% - 2nd, 3rd Harmonics Certification THX Certified Ultra (Surround) watts. With a minimum frequency of 48 Hz, R4s Surround 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 R4s Surround'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 Perlisten R4s Surround?
Among the speakers in our database with a max MSRP price of 5000$ (Pair), these are the 3 Passive Bookshelf speakers that have the deeper bass levels than the Perlisten R4s Surround's 48Hz:
Impedance and Sensitivity
Perlisten R4s Surround's nominal impedance level is
4 ohms but can go down to as low as
3.7 ohms, and has a sensitivity of
86.5 dB.
Sensitivity
Bookshelf Speakers
Nominal Impedance of the 4 Ohms means that the Perlisten R4s Surround is a difficult to drive speaker from nominal Impedance perspective, make sure that you choose an amplifier than can provide 4 Ohms for this speaker.
Many AVRs (audio/video receiver) in the market may have difficulty when the speakers dip below the 4 Ohms levels (this may cause clipping or even physical damage), so we recommend to not pair the Perlisten R4s Surround with an AVR but use an Integrated Amplifier instead.
Sensitivity
With a sensitivity level of only 87 dB, Perlisten R4s Surround 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 Perlisten R4s Surround plays in your room →
Running more than one pair from a single amplifier? Check the load it would present →
Minimum Impedance of the Perlisten R4s Surround
Even though the nominal impedance of the R4s Surround is 4 ohms, the minimum impedance level of this speaker according to Perlisten is 3.7 ohms Perlisten R4s Surround so while choosing an amplifier, you should ideally check if the unit you are considering can provide this impedance level.
What amplifier does the Perlisten R4s Surround need?
At normal listening levels in a medium room, about
30–200 W
per channel into 4 ohms.
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Input Type
R4s Surround features Binding post type connectors. Bi-amping and Bi-wiring are not possible.
Work out what gauge speaker cable this run needs →
Perlisten R4s Surround External Dimensions and Weight
Perlisten R4s Surround has external dimensions of (Height x Width x Depth) 14.88 x 9.06 x 6.81inch (378.0 x 230.1 x 173.0mm ).
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 Perlisten R4s Surround is approximately 398.1cm2 / 61.7inch2.
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WeightThe Perlisten R4s Surround weighs 9.50kg / 20.9lbs per piece. Here is a comparison of how R4s Surround's weight compares with the average, max and min weights in its class.
Weight
All Bookshelf Speakers
Weight
Bookshelf Speakers under $5000
Cabinet type and Materials
Perlisten R4s Surround has a
Bass Reflex type cabinet. 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.
Wall Mounting
R4s Surround doesn't sport any built-in mounting bracket, so you need an external structure to mount it on walls.
Does the Perlisten R4s Surround come with a Grille?
R4s Surround comes with 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.
Recommended Accessories
Here is a list of accessories that we think you may need for the Perlisten R4s Surround.
- 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.
Official Product Page
Official manufacturer's product page for the Perlisten R4s Surround speaker can be found below:
Official Product Page for Perlisten R4s Surround