Klipsch R-51PM Review

Review of 2019 powered bookshelf monitors by Klipsch
View Speakers: amzn.to/30YBzXE
Music: www.bensound.com

[@coreybol5408]

I like the cardboard boxes. My speakers showed up undamaged. That's what matters.

[@kevingray8616]

I bought online. Mine came double boxed. So long as it works, I don't care. The box is going into the attic anyway for future moves.

[@coreybol5408]

@@kevingray8616 awesome bro! I love mine. I ended up getting the big brother version R28-PFs. I moved the shorties to a bedroom. I'm incredibly blown away by the crisp sound that Klipsch produces. Certainly no regrets!

[@kevingray8616]

@@coreybol5408 Very nice. Those are similar to my L/R passive speakers in my media room. I have a 5.2.4 ATMOS setup. Floor speakers are all Klipsch Reference. Ceiling mounts are Yamaha and came with the house. I went with the R-41PM set for my office desk. Plenty big enough for computer speakers. Barely fit on my main desk given I have a massive Dell UltraSharp 49 Curved Monitor. I also went with a R-8SW subwoofer for my office. It provides the "warmth". I don't really need it to thump and be extra heavy. I'm plenty impressed by this R-41PM set. They almost disappear and have a very good and uniform sound field; even placed far out to the sides of my monitor and I have basically no room to toe them in. The sound seems to emanate from the screen. One problem with them is they are not working with USB and Windows 10. Common problem that I'm seeing if I can fix. I'm using an external USB DAC I had and optical instead. (might even be better than built-in Klipsch DAC) Some people complain that Klipsch is too crisp and not good with midrange for voice. Well, like all speakers you need to run them like 50-60 hours to break them in.

[@coreybol5408]

@@kevingray8616 I like the description of that setup for your computer. Especially with the additional low-end reinforcement. I'm glad you brought up the break-in period. I was actually unaware that it's as long as it is. Hopefully you're able to get the USB problem solved. Good luck friend!

[@Notorious_Be_Right_Us]

Just got these speakers, thanks to your review, to pair with my Pro-ject debut carbon DC Turntable! Thanks!

[@nbcuni]

How do you like them 5 months later? Im thinking of getting them for a new turntable too.

[@Kahvetrip]

Still happy with quality?

[@nbcuni]

@@Kahvetrip I actually just returned them and kept the Fluance Signature Series. I ended up really enjoying their more balanced soundstage. They seemed to just really fill out the room more with the music and were just a touch warmer. They both get super loud and still stay very clear but the Fluance are just Fuller and warmer.

[@Kahvetrip]

@@nbcuni thx man, i think it's not ideal to listen to music with monitor speakers since they tend to be very bright..

[@abbottcostello7647]

I reckon that lackluster packaging is a result of the prevalence of online buying, where there's no need for the in-person point of purchase Wow! factor gained from a stack of boxes in a store aisle. It likely knocks several bucks off their bottom line, which helps make them more attractive price-wise.

[@edub8803]

Nicely done. Do either of the USB ports support charging for a chromecast audio device?

[@mattobambino]

Nice review. Wondered how much of an improvement they are compared to the R-15PM, especially with the output power compared to a R-51M plugged router a receiver.

[@liemnguyen2726]

I share to you my way. First, I played these speakers with distance 8 ft with1 Klipsch Subwoofer SWi 10 (wireless subwoofer) Then, after 1month, I used them with 1pair of Klipsch SWi 10. Wow....So amazing. I couldn't believe they can play with 2 pair of SWi 10" Subwoofer. Try it!... You will see R-51PM so powerful. Thanks

[@edmondsamuel51]

When you hook up a sub to the 51PM's do they apply a crossover to send the low freq over to the sub so they will play louder or no?

[@mystudent11]

I purchase the speakers 2 weeks ago. I love them for their size and Power, they're also very clear especially with Motown /Rock music and listening to pre-recorded tapes. I managed to pair to my phone but I can't get it to pair to my Pioneer receiver for some reason. I was pleasantly surprised with the clarity and power that these little speakers produce. I wouldn't expect base at the same level as my 12-inch woofer speakers but these were decent.

[@miraclegaming3155]

Are there any good with a DubStep EDM cuz that's what I'm going to be listening to

[@mystudent11]

@@miraclegaming3155 the RP 600 speakers will handle anything that you want to throw it them up to 100 Watts RMS. Their reproduction is clear and crisp and if you can put out that kind of power you will not sit in the same room with them. They are extremely efficient so they won't drive your electric bill through the roof. My stereo has been on for 2 years uninterrupted except for power outages. I love these speakers and I know there are better ones or at least more costly ones, but you will be satisfied. Finally they are an investment of which can be either returned or sold.

[@miraclegaming3155]

@@mystudent11hmmm ok thanks mate do you know if they're better than the Philips fx10

[@mystudent11]

@@miraclegaming3155 the one thing that I have learned about listening to speakers is that it is up to the individual listener and can be influenced by the room it shaped and the things that are in it. Setting up things for your preference is the best way to do things because you will be the one listening to them. Also depending on what form of receiver you have you can increase or decrease the bass and mid-range. Because I have been an electronic technician all my life when I first saw the Klipsch speakers I fell in love with them because of the woofer. Then I spent two weeks checking out there specs. I'm sure that there are multiple speakers that sound good. It's up to you and your finances. However whatever you buy I would suggest that you look to a long-term purchase. My 40-year old 16 inch Pioneer speakers still Rock and will be connected to my PlayStation.

[@miraclegaming3155]

@@mystudent11 I'm going to mainly play dubstep EDM remixes stuff like that

[@anthonyvaughn8960]

is there a thread hole at the bottom of the speaker?

[@andrewalberico6177]

good review thank you

[@chriss881000]

So the pm and m version is not the same speaker? Different specs on them. And if they are the same, that means the inernal amp is underpowering these speakers!

[@onesharptool1]

Awesome review, I do have a simple question. Let say I pair these speaker up to my TV do you get a sense of some left to right sound (like a car zooming L to R) or is it just consisted audio from both speakers?? I’m sure there might be a technical term for my question. Thanks

[@bakerscript8682]

Depends on how you connect. If you use a left/right RCA cable you should get stereo sound

[@clerchel2670]

The term is 'imaging' I think, and it works great on these for stereo sources!

[@tabrizazizov4343]

Hello! You said at the end of the video that they are connected to your PC and when you turn on the computer, the speakers turn on automatically! It's clear with switching on, but what about switching off? do they have an automatic shutdown? when idle

[@mystudent11]

You are correct , the boxes are ugly. I bought a pair in January of this year. and that was the first thing Noticed. After connecting them and listening to them I was pleasantly pleased. However I wish there were a way to make separate amplifiers and have both speakers totally Wi-Fi instead of connected by a cable. I'm not sure if receivers or other transmitting devices would be able to work under that set up but it would certainly be wonderful if they could be separated beyond the length of a cable. If you know of a way let me know?. No one should expect these speakers to put out Blasting pounding base, but when you crank up the volume you will plug your ears. I haven't heard any hum on my speakers whatsoever.

[@mindisfree_04]

Hi, it doesn't have its own treble/bass knobs for tweaking. Does it sound good off the box? Or do I still have to get me an amp to tweak those? Thanks

[@tripppsta9444]

Any discussion of 'watts vs power/sound level' is irrelevant and ignorant of how speakers work. Quality of the 'watt' and sensitivity of the speaker are the keys to clarity here. A 20 watt quality amp will rock when paired with the correct speaker.

[@pef1960]

If you're using Chromecast Audio, try linking it with a toslink cable to the optical port, it'll sound MUCH better...

[@two5o]

Great review man! I'm getting myself a pair. coming from Logitech Z623, i'll get a 10" sub as well to make up for the low end

[@skylordsrebornpvpreplays5795]

how the Logitech ones compare to these? 🤔

[@two5o]

@@skylordsrebornpvpreplays5795 man it's night and day! i have the Logitech in my bedroom now and what I once thought sounded good, sounds terrible now. lol some pics of my klipsch setup now if interested - imgur.com/a/X13RQnD

[@Martin-X]

@@two5o holy shit ur setup is insane. Your neighbors must hate you lmao.

[@damien9540]

@@two5o hey where did u get those wall mounts for the speakers. I want those.

[@meemorelive]

do you know what version of Bluetooth 4.1? 5.0 etc.. and also when you connect it with USB are you connecting to USB 3.0 or 2.0? I wonder if it would make a difference. Optical connection is what you really want it connected with, so you would need a fancy sound card. I wonder why they used USB instead of HDMI? anyways thank for the review, I might buy them. One last question rather dumb to ask. You can run it with just 1 speaker correct? you never know these days.

[@chriss881000]

Why sound card? The amp is allready there built in. What u want is a dac with that. A good dac makes the sound much better. Does not need to be an expensive dac. The 2$ dac in our pc, phone etc does not make a good job converting the sound.

[@meemorelive]

@@chriss881000 correct I miss spoke about the sound card, it should have said "would not need" anyways, the dac your talking about post a link for that, I will look it up thanks

[@chriss881000]

@@meemorelive oh:) U can get many good dac's for a nice price. And if u are american its way cheaper than here. I just bought these badboys for 750$ its expensive as hell in my country. Iv tried out 3000$ dac's and 100$ dac's. As long as it makes a good job it rly dosnt matter. I use mainly headphones with amps and dac's. So I got 2 dacs now, the first one is a 500$ dac, and the other is a cheap 70$ dac. And the 70$ dac does a very good job. The name of the 70$ dac(in america it prob cost like 20$) is "Fiio d03k taishan" check it out:)

[@meemorelive]

@@chriss881000 the point is a difference with 4.0 Bluetooth and 5.0 compression as it transmits as the speakers support it, and decode it to the amp etc.. sure you understand

[@chriss881000]

@@meemorelive yes. But i wondered about something. Would the klipsch r51m be better than the pm version u think? Becouse with thw pm version u dont have a EQ, just the dynamic sub. But with rhe m version u hsve a own amp and can adjust bass,mids, highs urself. But, would it not be possible to connect the pm version to a own amp and use it? Just not turn the internal amp on. 🤔

[@tango_gru]

Hey can you do you compare between AudioEngine A5+ vs Klipsch R51 PM vs Kanto Yu6 .... its going to be awesome

[@redscorpion9325]

I wonder which is better?

[@michaelarenga5587]

Guys, I’m plan to use triangle tales 340 subwoofer. Any Idea how it’s s sounds? Any recommendations subwoofers to pair. Thanks

[@bumkrilla5339]

Any sub works good with them to be honest I know late reply but klipsch sw120 sub is on sale for $250 it's a 400 watt 12 inch class d Amp sub

[@vikramaditya2473]

Thanks....great review. How would you compare these to the Bose S1 Pro in terms of quality of sound. Thanks.

[@jetlagfrias]

I have an opened box for a very cheap price.

[@marlonandrescruz7390]

The speaker without the receiver doesn’t work I need help pls can someone tell why

[@donnyruis]

Thank you

[@ashokthayyil3000]

Does the R51 need an amplifier or is it prebuilt?

[@JeffBoggis]

Equipped with an integrated phono pre-amp, Bluetooth wireless technology, digital optical, analog RCA and USB inputs, making these powered speakers your new best friend.

[@TheReclaimerRx7]

Can anyone please help me? I'm trying to buy a remote since mine didn't come with one. Thank you!!

[@Collin2377]

I asked on Amazon if you need any receiver or amplifier in order to use the Klipsch R-100SW subwoofer with the Klipsch R-51PM. The answer was this: "The sub has to be connected to a receiver or amp in order to hear it! The r-51pm are bookshelf speakers which also need to be connected to a receiver or amp! Without it, you will hear, NOTHING!!!" I asked Klipsch, they said I don't need a receiver for this. Can you please advise which is the correct answer ? Thank you.

[@Coltsteryo]

These are active speakers which do not require a receiver or amplifier. They also have a sub out that would provide signal to your powered subwoofer.

[@Rolexenforcer]

These are active speakers (built in amp) that can be connected to an active sub (built in amp)

[@avery1830]

Why is this guy so concerned with the damn box? Mentions it multiple times.

[@m.alawski2348]

on the spectrum?

[@hokum4438]

💞🏆He hearted your criticism= This guy F@king awesome ! ! !

[@redscorpion9325]

He’s a box collector 😂

[@jackedkerouac4414]

I think it's just his dry humor

[@keeshanr9178]

Does it only come with 1 magnetic cover?

[@hokum4438]

No ! The Klipsch speakers come with 30,0000 magnetic covers. If one is missing, I think you have a lucrative classs action lawsuit waiting ! 💰💲💸🤑

[@voxx7248]

Nah

[@rmsantiago67]

It doesn't have a Treble and Bass knob?

[@pufarinu]

what class amplifier does it have?

[@bearded_wolverine3503]

It's a class D

[@Ruifsnowman]

great content ...Likeeeee

[@kuzia1984]

Warm and bright high freqs? Really? Make up your mind!

[@taras1033]

Highs are veiled and recessed, muddy mid-highs, and very small sound stage. Basically when you listen to any voice on KZbin sometimes you can't understand what the person says.

[@undimmedbytime4669]

It's $289 on Adorama now. EDIT: sold out

[@jetlagfrias]

I’m selling an open box.

[@TheReclaimerRx7]

Got these for 260 open box

[@jamesgrooms2319]

A review should include playing the speakers!

[@two5o]

I've never found playing speakers in reviews useful as what you're really listening to is the speakers/headphones you have or worse phone or laptop. I'd rather the reviewer talk about the sound as he heard it from his own ears which he did here in detail.

[@chriss881000]

U gotta be the most stupid guy on yt. What does that do, playing the speakers? U hear what u hear. U think u gonna know what they sound like with ur crappy 20$ headsett on. U should go buy som Apple product. For the dumb ppl out there.

[@johnnovello1315]

Any bass/treble controls

[@toddgunderson5533]

I use the equalizer on my phone as I stream music, but other than that there's no real controls on the speaker for bass/treble. The sound is super good though, just amazing clarity of sound. I've never spent the money for decent speakers before and these are beautiful. I started out with the 41pm and stumbled across a black Friday deal with the 51pm and bought that too planning on returning the 41pm but I like them enough I think I'll be keeping them both.

[@simonpeterdalangpan9761]

Mine has really bad static. It's true.

[@bakerscript8682]

How does static compare across connections? thanks

[@JTCPingas]

Are you talking about the mild hiss when no audio is playing?

[@Jochie91]

@@bakerscript8682 I also got the hiss. Doesn't matter if I change the volume or any of the inputs, it's on all of them. When I mute it's gone. Also, if wireless devices are near the powered speaker, the passive one starts making interference sounds. I intended to use them as pc speakers, but the hiss is too loud for that. I also tried the speakers in a home theater setting, and then the hiss is acceptable, but still noticable. I'm very disappointed, I love the look and the sound of these otherwise, but I just can't get over that hiss. I'm returning it soon.

[@JB.zero.zero.1]

@@Jochie91 With many of these speakers there is hiss - I get used to it, and don't even notice. I think if you sit right on top of them though, it can be an issue (for some).

[@redscorpion9325]

@@JB.zero.zero.1 Does it hiss even using the optical port?

[@jeffcharlton9660]

Who cares what the box looks like? It's what's inside that counts.

[@redscorpion9325]

Exactly the box is going straight to the trash so why would I care about it

[@segaboy9894]

Why in the world do you care about the box?

[@miraclegaming3155]

mine does have static sound constantly but i dont give a fuck it doesnt do anything for the sound so i trully dont care in my stance

[@user-cj3tr1lw6n]

Проникновение звука с RCA на все каналы и фон с перегрузокой. Не возможно подключить CD деки. Прошивка глючит. Было два комплекта в обоих одини и те же проблемы. А сервис проблему не признает отвечает в пределах нормы. Деньги на ветер.

[@aspyr5681]

Don't buy Audioengine, they suck. They cost 5x more than what they're worth, distortion is terrible, sound is not mud, but swamp, it's a fucking swamp sound, if you can get Klipsch for less money than they originally cost, do it, and then buy a subwoofer, because these don't make sense without a sub. All in all, they're not really worth it, they're overpriced too for what they are, and they are exactly half a speaker. There's just no bass coming out of those whatsoever, it's stupid, that's what it is

[@tripppsta9444]

Oh no... the cardboard box is ugly!? No sale... LOL

[@chriss881000]

U americans. 300$ here in my country They cost 750$ just ordered them. Can't wait

[@ThisMayContainNuts]

Oof, that is a loooot of making those clicking sounds with your tongue. Very distracting, but besides that a good video.

[@grahamd5418]

Who cares what the frigging box looks like!

[@Ed-lz4jv]

Whats with you and cardboard box? grow up

[@stevejosrph6065]

Your crazy background music is very very distracting. Why are most reviewers playing Crazy distracting music ???????????????? Guess I have to STOP listening to youtube ....

[@lazybeastz182]

dam these things look ugly

[@Jim202030]

Don't buy them. Get Sony