ANOTHER Klipsch RF-7III vs SVS ULTRA Tower Comparison!!! Part 2

ANOTHER Klipsch RF-7III vs SVS ULTRA Tower Comparison!!! Pt2 There was confusion on the last comparison Video, so I made another video comparing the klipsch rf-7iii to the svs ultra towers. The Rf-7III vs the Ultra Towers. Who wins? We find out today...AGAIN Click HERE for FREE subwoofer • Klipsch SPL-120 REVIEW... Buy the SVS Ultra Towers here bit.ly/ULTRA-Towers **Connect with me on Facebook & Instagram** bit.ly/Facebook-THTD & bit.ly/Instagram-THTD I created this page to give exclusive content I don’t put on KZbin and to help you buy speakers and electronics.
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[@Youthman]

This test they were indeed at the same volume. The first video they were definitely at different volumes. Definitely nothing wrong with your ears preferring the sound of SVS. We all hear differently, have different room acoustics and have different preferences. Incredible job on the video. Keep up the great work.

[@thiagodelgado3128]

I had see your video, do you choose the klipsch or I'm wrong?

[@elipolancojr3219]

Much respect youthman you watch other KZbinrs and don't hate or disrespect them. Nice friendly conversation bro.

[@Youthman]

@@elipolancojr3219 I have about 7 content creators in the same niche that I have become friends with. Great group of guys.

[@carolinayamadawg8706]

@@elipolancojr3219 youthman has great content and is super friendly he always answered any questions asked on audiophiles on a budget page i used to be a member of and tbh hometheaterguy is also shaping up to be a great content creator in my eyes

[@elipolancojr3219]

@@carolinayamadawg8706 ya I follow youthman and he dose have great content.

[@chrisgragg745]

You will never make everyone happy. Thanks for your honesty, and the time you take for us. Keep up the great work.

[@T_B_C_L]

Much much better comparison than the last video! Great job on listening to your subscribers and implementing it in this video. Both speakers sound awesome with just a different sound..... Well done!

[@steadycamscottford]

About a year ago when I was buying speakers for the media room, it was between the SVS Ultra and the RF7III. It was super close, but ultimately went with the RF-7IIIs. It was so close. Everyone has different preferences. Great video!

[@mikedavis9554]

Wht was it that swayed u ??

[@ijimenez0]

Can u give your feedback on the rf-7s please? Im considering buying a pair.

[@cigarobsession]

As others have said, great job on this one you covered the bases! My ears prefer the Klipsch

[@ThatHomeTheaterDude]

Whats your favorite cigar? I was going to go to Cigar International today with the guys, but i got a headache and came home

[@pauloalexandre-dd4nl]

By the phone on KZbin.. Really ?

[@denziiey]

The Klipsch are killing vocal clarity. Honestly pair those Klipsch towers with an SVS subwoofer and you'll be happy. The SVS towers have a lot of bass and adding a subwoofer will just add more bass but the klipsch you 'll get high vocals with deep bass if you pair the right sub. The SVS no doubt are great especially if you don't want to buy a sub!

[@williamobrien6340]

I would have to go with the the pretty copper to me they're more crisper and Clara I'm used to some heavy-duty surround sound pretty much like the ones in my profile

[@derrickmcpherson44]

Yea i say the same thats an bummer thats the case one clarity and the other bass

[@denziiey]

@@derrickmcpherson44 well honestly I'm a subwoofer guy so even if the SVS has more bass a sub will be hooked up. I'd go with the klipsch and a decent sub

[@Pohgrey]

If you're using bass management then one set of speakers having more bass than the other is meaningless. It's all about the crossover point and above. That said, I agree with his findings. I've always though the Ultras sounded better than the RFs.

[@jordansjournal3077]

That’s a very astute comment, imho. To get the best of both worlds as it were, add an SVS subwoofer or another good subwoofer and you’ll have the openness and vocal clarity of the Klipsch and some longer firing bass. Klipsch will give you the tight short firing bass, but not the longer type. Maybe not the same mid range as SVS, either. But the clarity on Klipsch is unmistakeable and absent from most other brands. KEF comes close, but not as good in my view. Tannoy is probably the only contender in the price range, that offers similar, if not better.

[@stevenbeach2776]

Another awesome video!!! I just want to say thanks for all the time you put into your videos. Keep them coming!

[@arckanum332]

One thing to keep in mind is that the Klipsch are $1600 more ($3600 pair) than the Ultras. Considering that, the SVS Ultras are an incredible deal for $2000. I like the Klipsch but not for $3600

[@sonicchill1]

Dude!!! What a great job you’ve done at capturing the true essence of what these two models have to offer. I think the time invested by SVS assuring that all the driver’s crossover points perfectly matched the mechanical abilities of each driver easily shows in this demonstration with the amount of depth and dynamic range displayed. Again... Great job Chris!!!

[@ThatHomeTheaterDude]

Thanks Gilberto. Have fun on vacation

[@sepulsteve]

Finally had a chance to go thru this properly. Thanks for redoing it, this one is much better. On the last one, my ears told me "somethings not quite right" despite all the tech and spec. I appreciate you putting in the effort!

[@longship44]

I really appreciate the time and effort you take in doing these tests and explaining the results as you observe them. I don’t pick up any hidden agenda vibe from you at all and actually find your open honesty very helpful. Keep knocking these videos out my friend.

[@ThatHomeTheaterDude]

Thanks Warren. Its not easy to impress everyone.

[@elipolancojr3219]

Great video bro and you are consistent which is awesome shows you stick to what you really believe. Keep them coming bro. 👊

[@bobc455]

This was fascinating! I didn't think that a KZbin video could present such a sound difference between the two speakers. I could definitely tell there is a difference, and I could see how people would prefer one type of sound compared to the other.

[@MattiasSjosten]

This video was alot better. Atleast to my ears. Well done. Through many of the songs i found myself preferring the klipsch, but it was pretty clear the ultra had more bass. This was all for fun for me, i will keep my ultra system but this was interesting. Keep up the good job :)

[@ThatHomeTheaterDude]

Right on Mattias

[@alfredhead2546]

Thank you, once again for honesty and transparency. I appreciate the work you put in.

[@rayd1809]

Thank you for all your hard work. I just got my Ultra towers yesterday and it was all because of you. They sound amazing and you saved me some money. Can't wait to get my theater finished and let these things rock.

[@ThatHomeTheaterDude]

Sweet Ray, did you use why links to buy the ultras?

[@rayd1809]

I think so I'm going to get surround's and center soon too and will use your links. Thanks again

[@dutchrunner8417]

I love my RF73s. I almost went svs, however the highs vocals and midrange of the Klipsch were far superior in my opinion. The bass was tight and as amazing as I needed it to be. 2 channel listening fantastic. I loved them so much I bought rp8000fs for my rear surrounds for the win. Thank u klipsch

[@MasterofPlay7]

thinking of buying rp8000f ii but i heard the bass extension is weak

[@chriss881000]

​​@@MasterofPlay7yes, they are lowered by 4db or so in the bass compared to the original 8000f

[@MasterofPlay7]

@@chriss881000 I got the rp600m ii instead 😆

[@vincenardella9366]

Great review, i think you just gave your honest review. The more i listen to other speaker brands i notice what i may be missing or prefer. Thanks

[@sagi50b]

wow that was an Awesome comparison..... I watched both the comparison videos... great job and Very True Review.... the SVS are amazing speakers, the sound coming out of the SVS towers was simply tooo good.... thanks for a great effort....

[@battaglia222]

Nice job. It's a pleasure watching/listening to your videos. Keep them coming.

[@jamiet74]

Watched with eyes closed and some quality headphones, and preferred the second set of speakers (SVS) on most tracks. Well done mate, your hard work is very much appreciated. A REW sweep 20hz to 20khz with 1/6 Oct. smoothing in direct mode would also show some of what we're hearing and the overall sound signature of the speakers in your room

[@winning77th]

Back quick with another video, thanks for putting in the work

[@ThatHomeTheaterDude]

You know it my man

[@orlandoechevarria8206]

Dude you make great videos dont feel obligated to please everyone! No matter what you do there will always be a salty ass person here to criticize. I'm an owner of a Klipsch 5.3 system and love klipsch but the svs definitely sound a lot more life like. They always surprise me and I am definitely considering the ultra collection.

[@ThatHomeTheaterDude]

hahah. I couldnt have said it better myself. You are so right haha

[@chewsir]

I disagree. The first comparison was not conducted fairly because the speaker levels were not matched. If the same amount of power was applied to both speakers, the Klipsch would have killed the SVS because they're way more efficient. That scenario would have put the SVS at a serious disadvantage and their fans would have cried foul.

[@robertmedina3195]

@@chewsir for that reason the first 'test' should be deleted or removed really. It was the opposite of a controlled test or experiment.

[@nightrider1155]

I love this, I've been considering both and this is an amazing comparison

[@JPWinters]

I closed my eyes at the start, and was confident the entire time I was listening to the SVS 1st and Klipsch 2nd on every track. I thought the 1st speaker was more balanced, with better sounding mids on vocals and guitars. I thought speaker 2 had incredible dynamics, bass and highs but with the V shaped sound on a graphic EQ. The 1st speaker sounded better on rock and more traditional music. The 2nd speaker sounded better on modern & electronic music. I preferred speaker 1. And turns out I predicted them dead wrong. I never thought I would thinking Klipsch would be more balanced & natural! I am not normally a Klipsch guy (more of a Monitor Audio guy).

[@bobimpey5620]

I really like the videos you do, they explain things in a method I'm able to understand. Again thank you

[@ThatHomeTheaterDude]

Thanks Bob

[@ScooterVanNeuter]

I really appreciate your shootout reviews between the RF7iiis and the Ultras. I was on the verge of ordering the Klipschs when I saw your videos and am taking delivery of a new pair of SVS Ultras tomorrow at a savings of $1600 less than I was preparing to pay :). I can't wait.

[@jarednielsen5041]

What do you think of the Ultras?? Also, what are you powering them with?

[@craigmckenzie6904]

Fantastic video. Love how you edited it and chose a great variety of songs.

[@ThatHomeTheaterDude]

this took 2 days to record

[@frankeezee]

This was my take. Klipsch sounded more clear, tighter bass, but brighter. SVS sounded louder, more drop to the base, but more muffled. I think it would come down to personal preference. However, I think the advantages of the SVS can be corrected (calibration, adding a Sub, etc) on on the Klipsch. Not sure that the advantages of the Klipsch can be corrected on the SVS.

[@bmwberto8055]

That's why I'm a subscriber. Honest, unbiased and subjective videos. Your heart's in it and your passion shows. Keep it up😁

[@Billfish57]

This test makes me glad I grew up with 70’s and 80’s music and JBL speakers and McIntosh amps. Keep up the good work, I like your enthusiasm for the equipment.

[@ThatHomeTheaterDude]

ahhhh the good ol days

[@dlloyd6300]

You have done a really good job of trying to standardize this test. 👍

[@radhaasrikantha7588]

Appreciate your candid comments. Refreshing to have someone provide their actual honest opinion

[@ThatHomeTheaterDude]

Thats what I do. Im not afaid to speak my mind. I have always been this way and i think me starting this channel was great use of that

[@izcariote47]

Great video!!! I have a 7.2.4 RF Klipsch and I am happy with the clear sound of Klipsch speakers. But on the other hand the SVS look so nice they sound more boomy.

[@mudfan061]

Definitely a better video. The Klipsch sounded more normal. Last video it sounded too thin. I’m pretty sure it is due to listening via KZbin. I believe you are trying to be honest. But that doesn’t mean you won’t make mistakes. Also, listen to both demos via KZbin to hear what we are hearing. The new mic may have made the difference. Thanks for making another video! Much appreciated!

[@caesarc.4079]

There were moments that some tracks sounded better on the SVS’s and sometimes the differences were very small on one speaker versus the other. However there were two tracks that the Rf7’s sounded better including some of the video clips. But at the end it was a awesome video, you nail it. My respect ✊ to you. Peace ✌️

[@SpencersStuffTV]

Great video per usual man. We will always have our own opinions I guess 😂 I am happy you explained your whole process to make it clearer. Those svs are an engineering masterpiece in alot of ways. Klipsch really needs to work on a three way design on their next flagship. Just curious, have you listened to alter bridge or tremonti at all? You may enjoy their stuff. Cheers man

[@ThatHomeTheaterDude]

I have not. Who is alter bridge ?

[@keepingupwiththejones2933]

@@ThatHomeTheaterDude alter bridge is what was left of Creed after lead singer had his issues.

[@SpencersStuffTV]

@@ThatHomeTheaterDude yeah theyre a rock group. Very very good music. Check out blackbird by alter bridge

[@bs11100010]

it only took 2 seconds before i chose the second set of speakers. pretty cool. Using my RBH headphones

[@Digimortal1622]

BY FAR the best A to B speaker comparison I've ever seen AND heard!!!!! WELL DONE DUDE!!!!!!!!!!

[@ThatHomeTheaterDude]

Thanks Digi. It took alot of time and work to make this happen.

[@danielmuggeridge3919]

I've never understood this whole KZbin world of people assuming someone has an agenda to fanboi their fav stuff, I for one like your reviews and find them honest - I can't run out and buy gear to audition, and am looking to build an HT in the coming few months basically from reviews such as yours, forums etc. Hard in NZ to get hands on stuff to trial! Keep it up, cheers.

[@callouu3601]

I find that the klipsch sound so much better in this demo. The different sounds are much more distinguishable and clear. I also find that the tones sound more natural. Great video!

[@omiZ321]

Nice, thank you! Well done, now the Klipsch has enough power to wake up. I love both, but SVS looks better, is smaller and has it all in one package. I feel that Klipsch is too demanding on volume levels to really shine. SVS does better job when you play relaxing stuff at medium to low volume.

[@decaf77]

Awesome video thank you so much!

[@StyfeLife]

My new go to dude for theater suggestions!

[@ThatHomeTheaterDude]

Thanks man

[@bzrdbrew]

Thank you for the review. With headphones the Klipsch sounded more open and livelier to me with less boom... would love to pair them with my SVS sub; I do prefer the Klipsch sound for fronts, center and surround.

[@trentnell]

I’m partial to Klipsch because I love horn loaded tweeters , but the SVS does have a nice warm midrange that does sound better on certain tracks, god video man I know you put a lot of effort into it!

[@ThatHomeTheaterDude]

I actually filmed this twice. The last audio was recorded too high and it sounded muffled for both. I turned down the mic gain and then redid the test. This is the result. So all in all I did this comparison 3 times hahah

[@NAVY_NFO]

Well done! I love the honesty. Keep up the good work.

[@ThatHomeTheaterDude]

Coolio

[@kirkgardiner9697]

Great video... Thank you for the time and trouble !!

[@ctweedter]

I gotta say Klipsch RF-7iii sounded better and more natural to me throughout this video. The SVS ultras sounded like they had more bass to me in certain songs. Someday I'd like to experience them both in my setup and see what they sound like throughout different music genres and movies.

[@raffeal247]

Great video. It sounded like the SVS had more bass and the Klipsch were more detailed. I watched your video on my laptop with my AKG headphones.

[@peterotremba8980]

It felt like the SVS just had too much bass, but I think both of them were still really good!

[@raffeal247]

@@peterotremba8980 I agree; I want my towers to handle the high-end and mid-bass. The sub or subs can handle the low-end notes. But it's all preference I guess.

[@ThatHomeTheaterDude]

I like that the towers go down low. I match them to play with my big subs and they sound amazing

[@raffeal247]

@@ThatHomeTheaterDude I bet that sounds insane! The SVS towers seemed real bass heavy through my AKG headphones.

[@mariogabriel4587]

Thank you for the video the SVS sounded more refined the Klipsch sounded a little tinny. You just helped me make a decision Thanks again!!!! keep up the good work

[@ThatHomeTheaterDude]

cool man. Hit up my buddies at dreamedia and they will hook you up :)

[@chewsir]

The SVS should have better bass because the two 8" drivers are closer to the floor, which provides boundary reinforcement. The basis for this speaker design is over 40 years old and it works. Thank you, Roy Allison.

[@nottheonlyjustin]

Much better than the first video, feels like a better 1 to 1 comparison. Svs seems to have a low end edge, Klipsch has a little more open clarity. Would like to hear the svs in person now to see if they have the same attack as the RF7III

[@sleeper1023]

Dude that Pantera sound test is killer! This is my first view of your channel. Great stuff!

[@ThatHomeTheaterDude]

loved pantera since 1995. guys lived fast and played hard.

[@sleeper1023]

@@ThatHomeTheaterDude and you just sold me on the SVS! I may get a pair for my first towers

[@supernovamoore6175]

Another informative video, well done 👍🏾

[@ThatHomeTheaterDude]

I think this was the test you guys wanted originally. I hope the time and effort shows

[@keepingupwiththejones2933]

@@ThatHomeTheaterDude it absolutely does.

[@sheldonringer8896]

Awesome comparison. Either would be a great choice. I am leaning towards the Klipsch. A powered sub would make for a fuller sound. Would love to see a comparison of the matching Klipsch and SVS center channels before buying one or the other.

[@ThatHomeTheaterDude]

I already had the rc-64ii waaay back when I started the channel. It was amazing how much bass can come through the center. I found the cross overs to be tested a few times when i was playing video games or older dvds. There is something in the tweeter that seemed to act funny. My unit was used so maybe it was just its time to be repaired. I loved it though. Excellent center channel and it will do toe to toe with the ultra

[@cristian10102]

They both sound great I just feel like the svs tower speakers have better bass to it great vid!!!

[@Michael-pk5pp]

Superlative nicely done, thank you for this. My new Ultra's arriving tomorrow. Currently running a new Emotiva XPA Gen3 300W a side amp, an SVS powered sealed sub, great, tight, powerful, musical, etc. The Ultras will replace my old legacy ADS L1290 towers which have always sounded astounding especially in my current set up. For all the reviews thinking I will also really like the Ultras probably with the plugs in, we like the low end tight.

[@BearsBlend]

I like these video's a lot! I noticed that the bass was better on the the svs ultra but the Highs where fuller en better to my ears on the klipsch but that is probably due to the titanium tweeter. My speakers have titanium tweeters to and I love it so much. But I am surprised by how close these are! As always nice video!

[@joellaprade4232]

That's a tuff comparison for my ears. The RF7 IIIs reminded me so much of my K-Horns in which I was never wowed with, however I must say that in this presentation I thought the SVS Ultra's sounded better overall and I listened with my eyes closed.

[@christophershelton7272]

Great video, I have Klipsch RF 82 II, RC 62 II, RS 52 II, SA500, SVS PB3000. So yes I could hear the difference between the SVS & RF7-III, the SVS had more mid bass, and not as bright in the highs while the Klipsch give you a more live frontend sound stage with crisp highs and more laid back mid bass. Both are great speakers, however I would still choose the Klipsch paired with an SVS sub for a complete packaged sound. Keep up the awesome job HTD!!

[@dapitbull2009]

I feel they both sound amazing. I’m listening to it with headphones, I feel the ultra towers have a lot more bass from what I gathered listening to the video

[@stevejeffery4857]

I was just about to upgrade my front stage with klipsch when I stumbled across this video. That has now changed, and it's gonna cost me a bit more $$ than expected. SVS sounds amazing! The little woman's gonna kill me!!!

[@ThatHomeTheaterDude]

Sorry buddy :)

[@juddrizzo]

I liked what I was hearing already. Then when the first sound test I heard was Pantera I got such a big smile on my face. That is just so awesome.

[@dorselfields4104]

Another awesome video !👍😎

[@coolcat2005dj]

i am listening to this on my Audio Technica M50x, now klipsch are shining, great mids & much more clarity. on ultra i felt less clarity plus bit boosted low end. Personally i like the looks of ultra. not a fan of Klipsch but Klipsch sounds better for me. With a sub Klipsch gonna be like steroids. Great video, Beautiful comparison. Keep it up buddy.

[@MaGNaCET33]

Thanks for the good content!

[@OttStan]

Very good video, sometimes fewer words the best way to go, thanks for giving me make my own conclusion.

[@johnvore]

First your tests both were good for me. I wold like to see this test with the subs. A Lot of people set their fronts to 50 hertz or higher. 80 hertz is the default for most. I never worry about the bass on front speakers. I just make sure it's good for music. That being said my fronts are custom Cerwin Vegas at 700 RMS. I do have the crossover set to 50 most of the time. Sometimes I will set the receiver to a Front alignment that way the front have full range with no EQ. No body plays their front without the subs unless they are audio audiophiles. Anyways great video.

[@David25522]

I own all Klipsch speakers including those RF-711 towers. I think hands down the SVS Ultra tower have a deeper sound. Great video!!!

[@ThatHomeTheaterDude]

Most excellent :)

[@zackw4941]

I also think the recording turned out better this time. Good work! Your next mission, should you choose to accept it, is to get your hands on a pair of Cornwalls :)

[@michaelnacht1958]

Awesome vid, keep up the great work bro!

[@ThatHomeTheaterDude]

I dont know if i can afford any more klipsch speakers

[@zackw4941]

No rush. I need to buy a house that isn't an apartment building first, so you're closer than I am ;)

[@Mike3DPro]

1st off, GREAT JOB! I actually am partial to looks of the Klipsch but I feel like there are "missing sounds" you can hear with the SVS.

[@ThatHomeTheaterDude]

thanks Mike. This video took a long time to film and edit. i think the finished product is pretty good

[@Mike3DPro]

@@ThatHomeTheaterDude No worries, I'll be definately going for the SVS when the time comes! Also just walking around a room as a steady test tone plays really shows the need for dual subs. You should get a sweet neon sign that matches up to your logo! I had a super nice Anaheim Ducks sign made for like $300 bucks 14x36 inches. Something about neon that just really makes a statement in a garage or man cave. Wife will approve, trust! Just ask for forgiveness haha

[@mozeyaround]

You said it best, they have VERY different signatures. I think it's easy to find great things about each, in this test the SVS for music due to more warmth/fullness, and the Klipsch for Dark Knight due to a bit more detail. There is no right answer when it comes to audio, as it seems there is always a compromise of some sort... Whichever immerses and transports you the best is up to hyper subjectivity.

[@ThatHomeTheaterDude]

Well said my man

[@mohans2k]

Klipsch is Good but SVS is absolute "DIVINE".... - This video made me to go for SVS Ultra and I absolutely believe its right decision.. Love you man for this Great comparison video..❤

[@samo8204]

Thank you for doing what you do. Did you happen to try the SVS with and without the plugs? If you did, which did you prefer and why?

[@bigkrazy15]

Great test Dude! I come here because I want to hear your opinion and you shouldn't be in any way discouraged from giving it. Never let the mob keep you from telling the truth! You have been nothing but respectful to the Klipsch army so don't even sweat it.

[@ThatHomeTheaterDude]

Very true.

[@ma3nni689]

For my ears the SVS are way better. I listened on Sennheiser GSP 500. The sound is richer and more natural for me. Thx for the big effort and re-doing the test. It is much better for the klipsch compared to the first video but for me they do not have a chance and the sound like 2 or sometimes 3 klasses lower. If the are in the same area in price it`s a no go for me. Bigger in size but smaller in sound. SVS for me. BTW i use Monitor Audio Gold (200 150 50 with a Maranz 7012) Awesome test man, great job.

[@ThatHomeTheaterDude]

Thanks man. It took a few days to get the test right. I did it once and the gain was off on the mic and my audio got crushed. I turned the gain down and I think this one shows she picture better

[@monroethegreat7539]

Love your videos brotha, I need your advice, Am about to build a Home Theater system, for towers speakers am undecided between the Klipsch reference Rf-7 iii or The Definitely Technology BP9080X towers any recommendations?

[@Changonova]

Red light green light red light green light! Awesome new neutral comparison. In my opinion this video removes some of that muffle some of us were hearing on the RF7. When I listened, it seemed to me like the ULTRA's bring in a more dynamic surrounding with the 8" bass drivers. The RF7 seemed more aimed in the mid to high end so maybe depending upon preference on how your towers focus sound or how the rest of your system generates this may be something to consider. They both seem like awesome products. Thanks for the fun videos.

[@ThatHomeTheaterDude]

I figured this was the better test. Its an all around better microphone and it captures high res. Thanks for keeping it real

[@richdogg3866]

The Klipsch wins when it comes to movies though. Bro you're doing a great job. People gonna hate, be upset and complain about everything. Don't worry about them just keep doing you. Great video.

[@ThatHomeTheaterDude]

True

[@number1pappy]

Good video....I personally can't judge wich one sounds better as I'm listening on my phone but I am curious considering the klipsch are more efficient, how much more power or volume did the svs take to obtain 75 db at your listening position? Just curious:)

[@alainwelter]

Thanx for posting. I think the “fuller” sound from the SVS is also because the sub is side firing. I have some older Boston Acoustics with the same design and they are incredible. I would like to see a comparison between the Ultra’s and Definitive Technology to compare apples to apples as BA doesn’t make tower speakers anymore. Listening from my computer it seems that the mids and highs on the Ultra sound a bit more muffled or less clear that the RF7’s. Not sure if that’s what you experienced. I have not listened to these RF 7 Klipsch in person but you’re not going to go wrong with either of these speakers or the Klipsch rf-8000 series for that matter. Once you set them up in your room you’re gonna love either system and most people are not going to be comparing speakers in their room. It just comes down to what you prefer, and price. I am a fan of side firing speakers so I would lean more towards the Ultra’s but there are other choices as well. Also think about getting bipole/dipole surround speakers on the sides for your home theaters. I have not seen many comparisons, but both Klipsch and SVS make some good quality surrounds.

[@vickygrewal3629]

This video just helped me make a correct decision. For listening to songs Ultra is a better speaker, but when it comes to movies than it’s lacking tons of vocals that Klipsch has. Listen to the movies scene with earphones and you will notice. This helped me make a decision. Klipsch it is with Ultra sub.

[@ThatHomeTheaterDude]

people see what they want to see

[@user-ku6rk2rm9k]

Super test!!👍👍💪🍾

[@kdrmh]

I'm indeed a Klipsch guy... now should I envy on those ultras? They sound great and detailed... great video with enough satisfying details... and nice T-shirt dude....

[@ThatHomeTheaterDude]

Thanks. Its a shirt from the Chiropractic clinic I intern at here in dallas

[@markweber5278]

Great video,as allways! Should get some JBL studio 590s in for review, allways wanted to try them out. Suppose to be some nice speakers and with all the sales they run at 50% off seems like a hell of a deal.

[@blueflame0003]

Wow this to me was a surprising test,I first did it with my eyes closed, now I own klipsch in my theater room rp280 and rs62 2s and I must confess I thought the klipsch were the second bass sound on all replay,now I was how much detailed was on the rs7 and has cause I thought the svs was more detailed but it wasn't, thks.. Just wanted to say this test was worth your and my time,sorry you have to put up with the outside world...great job.thks

[@carolinayamadawg8706]

great video and 2 awesome sets of speakers ..much better quality this go around ...thanks for this informative reshoot !! sorry if i frustrated you in the comments last video your a very proffessional dude btw my name used to be tony stark if you remember me lol again great reshoot

[@ThatHomeTheaterDude]

yeah i remember haha

[@Lafiro]

Thank you for doing such a great comparison video. Fully understand what you mean and hopefully others can just understand to take it as it is. Just like last time, the SVS speakers sounded much better and this was a blind test for me as well. Is there anyway to review in ceiling speakers?

[@ThatHomeTheaterDude]

i dont have any in my house so it will be hard to review some. I have been working with dreamedia home theaters here is dallas and they do alot of installs. Hopefully some of their customers will reach out and i can come out and film

[@toddroy9558]

Fantastic video, I am looking for what to buy. Question, if you put the towers and base behind the screen, would you use 3 towers or 2 towers and a center?

[@FitraHomestead]

like for the effort put into this! Well done my man

[@timfaulks745]

Great job brother !!!

[@user-cn4gt5wh1s]

Most of the times in the comparison the music sounded more alive to me on the Klipsch a lot more dynamic. BIG SOUND NO BS !

[@krom5960]

Great video, thank you.

[@travismayes23]

Klipsch are killing it. Love them!

[@ThatHomeTheaterDude]

cool beans

[@AGC828]

Thank you for doing this a/b video. I was considering the Klipsch RF7-III's as I'd heard Youthman's comment on what he thought about the new horn tweeters. But listening to your demo I still find the RF7's were a tad hash..more so...when playing music I think I heard the cabinet echo. I heard a hollowness. The SVS Ultra towers sound much more weighty and balanced for my ears. All things considered (factors influencing what we're hearing through a KZbin video...as you mentioned). To make a truly informed decision I'l have to hear them in-person. Currently I have Paradigm Reference towers. Not replacing them. :) Does everything well for me. Cabinet is solid. Reminds me of the B&W 800 series cabinets. Same shape and solidity. With the 800' sounding marginally better...maybe 20-25% (Yes...if I could afford a pair of B&W 800's I'd get them....if I had the room and gear to match them). As my system is...for me to go Atmos...all I'd need is 4 in-ceiling speakers and 2 JTR Captivator 4000 subs (Or rhythmic or PSA 3611's)....They are...if you have $2500+ to spend on one sub...better choices than the SVS PB15...funny we don't hear about the Velodynes any more...heh

[@shimano3000]

So thru my headphones and my ears, the Klipsch give you more clarity and detail. The Svs are not as detailed but they defenitively have more bass. So I would pick the Klipsch and pair them with a sub.

[@winning77th]

William Munny dynamics and fidelity, Klipsch for the win

[@keepingupwiththejones2933]

@@winning77th you mean overly bright and coloring the sound instead of just replicating the original sound? 😁👍

[@keepingupwiththejones2933]

Chris the beard is looking tight. I can't believe you did a whole another video and explained all the intricacy of speaker and audio calibration . You really care about your viewers. I usually don't watch a second review honestly of the same products but I felt like I owed it to you with all the extra effort and work you put into doing the second comparison. No need to apologize for loving the SVS Ultra Towers. I loved the preamble reminded me of Lincoln's Gettysburg address. 😁😆😄. Seriously though thanks for all you do. KLIPSCH sounds good for me on upbeat pop music because of their brightness but for overall diverse musicality I prefer the SVS Ultra Towers. They tend to let the natural sounds of the instruments and vocals come through without coloring the sound like the KLIPSCH. Too bright for my taste. The home theater test scenes are too hard to really hear a difference over KZbin as you point out, but for sure on the music you can hear the difference.

[@ThatHomeTheaterDude]

Thanks man. i just got it trimmed. I think the old beard turned out nice. i was getting shaggy

[@keepingupwiththejones2933]

@@ThatHomeTheaterDude looks vicious and refined at same time. Like James Harden beard and Scott Ian beard had a magical beard baby. That is yours.

[@ThatHomeTheaterDude]

I am from houston haha

[@DrayClay]

SVS has a more pronounced low mid around 60 hz to 150 hz or at least that is what it sounds like to me. Nice video.

[@SoundSpectrum]

I think the reason we hear more bass output from the SVS is because of the speaker placement with the side woofers having the corners of the room to impact on. Whereas the Klipsch are direct firing to the LP. Klipsch sound really clear on the top end and lack some deep end. SVS sound very neutral but have more bass output. thanks for the re-test.