Klipsch RP 600M vs Q Acoustics 3030i

Klipsch RP-600M vs Q Acoustics 3030i Sound Demo is not representative of the real-life qualities of these speakers. Dynamics, sound-stage, micro details... to really hear these, you simply have to hear them in person. It's meant for fun and noticing some tonal differences that maybe survived Microphone recording/KZbin compression/Your own gear signature. Have fun!
Klipsch RP-600M on Amazon: amzn.to/3ka8L84
Q Acoustics 3030i on Amazon: amzn.to/3pL2umV
0:00 Track 1 (vocal)
1:36 Track 2
3:06 Track 3 (vocal)
4:41 Track 4
Track 1: Forecasting by Bert Jerred
Track 2: Rhastafarian by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (creativecommon...)
Artist: audionautix.com/
Track 3: Mister Right by WireLite
Track 4: Selfie Stick by Quincas Moreira
Audio file in FLAC: mega.nz/file/l...
Gear used in this test:
DAC: Schiit Modi Multibit
Integrated Amp: Cyrus 8vs2
Recorder: Tascam DR22WL
#hifi #audiophile #speakers #stereo

[@pfx2259]

Love the airiness of Klipsch but adore the restrained sounds (no rippling, echoing trebles) of Q Acoustics.

[@bryede]

It's easy to be enamored with more top-end emphasis in the short term. That extra 'air' around the sound makes the speaker seem more detailed (especially if the midrange is a bit recessed as well), but it's also often indicative of a speaker that won't handle a wide variety of recordings and musical styles without fatigue.

[@MichaelYates]

I liked both and will keep an eye out for them , thanks for testing

[@mrfrosty3]

I like the Q Acoustic most.

[@bynekm]

Man... Thank you for including some tracks with vocals... You seem to really care for what viewers ask for and I really appreciate that. I personally was thinking between 3030i, RP-600M and Wharfedale Evo 4.2 for a long time. Now thanks to you, I am between RP-600M and Wharfedale Evo 4.2. These sound demos are really helpful. Just another minor request for upcoming comparisons, Please include both male and female vocals and more jazz and/or instrumental recordings. Another much appreciated video...

[@tshaolin971]

The Kplisch are great but overall the Wharfedales are more versatile.

[@ricsim78]

I have the Q Acoustics 3020i on order, they arrive Tuesday (even the 3010i would do wonders in my small bedroom system). I have a love/hate relationship with Klipsch, but I think the RP-600M II solved a lot of the problems. Klipsch often sounds better in side by side comparisons on KZbin, because they sound more crisp and exciting, but the majority of them sound shouty with recessed mids to me. I thought the 3030i sounded more laid back but more coherent in this comparison. Both are good sounding and the RP-500M II and RP-600M II change my mind about Klipsch, they are great.

[@miquifaye]

3030i high frequency is smoother . less fatigue for long listening sessions. more natural sound. less hype.

[@arulsakthis5366]

Q acoustic amazing speakers

[@philshifley4731]

Q Acoustics 3030i is such a cute little speaker. My sister would love them.

[@iankendell7761]

she as good luking

[@claudiabailey5302]

@@iankendell7761 gross

[@canadianwildlifeservice8883]

Having owned a Klipsch rp150m, i can tell that snare drums are so recessed and dont have that nice full WHACK sound with drums as other speakers. I also noticed this when demo them with Sony cs5. However acoustic guitar is crisp and perfect on the Klipsch.

[@sza2562]

In UK Q acoustic 3030 cost almost twice less than Klipsch RP600m.

[@net_news]

Qs more natural, 600Ms more fun

[@tshaolin971]

More lively for the Rp600

[@salvourzi1641]

Klipsch ,superior detail,dynamic,bass....

[@tshaolin971]

Bigger soundstage on the Klipsch but the Q acoustics are laid back for a more relax listening.

[@Carl-bd1rf]

Maybe it’s just me but the klipsch killed em!!

[@abelfonseca]

Much more detail and clarity on the 600s.

[@billybobby7607]

Long term brightness is not good. May sound good on initial demo but living with it realise it's too forward and brash

[@Fckisnotrealnatowefc_nts]

and no mids

[@stefanoazzi8425]

Q Acoustics more natural...Klipsch too crispy

[@brucemiaka6201]

Klipsch sound too Airy and thin

[@robinkleinsteuber5217]

Some possible suggestions: 1) The Q Acoustics sound tonally nice, but sound cogested. Use a really superb higher power amp that will open these gems up. 2) The Klipsch are already open and dynamic, but tonally skewed. Use a really good tube amp with, most likely best, the EL34 output tubes. The result would be more tonally complimentary! You'll get another gem.

[@stevep9221]

I just bought Qs for half the price I could have got the Klipsch. I would say at worse 98% the sound quality for 50% the price. They arrive on Tuesday and I can't wait. It is a no brainer.

[@armerschluca2576]

Just ordered a pair of 600Ms for 340€. Can't wait for them to arrive

[@RockCity1111]

@@armerschluca2576 good price

[@georgemaras7596]

I will always choose Q Acoustics between them and almost any other speaker in this price point they sound just right with correct mids and natural high frequencies without electricity and sizzling. klipsh RP600M has fondamendal design flows bad filters and poor materials the only plus is the sensitivity could be a good match with more dull - roled off sounding amplifiers coming from the 80s or cheap turntables with basic phono stages. Q Acoustics simply make marvels for the money of course! This recording as always says nothing about them and how do they sound in real-life hearing, the real thing is very different here we can find simply inconclusive differences and do some gessing accordind to what we like or dislike and my opinion is based on true auditioning and measurements.

[@OOnti-dz4jd]

Does Klipsh make stands that fasten to the speaker ?

[@GrulbGL]

wow, on my headphones the klipsch sounded like i was listening directly from the file...

[@AmazonasBiotop]

the 3030 sounded more muffled in vocal range. But in the end with the electronic music without vocals it were more even. Otherwise the 600m take this comparison without any problems. In my opinion.

[@audiostereo2928]

Klipsch best, lubię ta soczystosc w dźwięku klioschy

[@marcgabor9690]

Love the sound of the klipsch (i own a pair) but boy oh boy do the hi-hats come to the front of the mix. I was i had a one band "hi-hat" eq i could just turn down a little.

[@Panslapper]

Both very nice.

[@strokesurvivor8919]

Mid of Q is where it’s at for me thanks for doing this

[@bboydevilparis]

Which speakers match best with my Marantz PM6006 ? The Q-Acoustics 3030i or the Klipsch RP600M ? I'm listening a lot of Hip Hop and Metal songs. I'm looking for a good bass response and not fatiguing sounds. Thank you for your time !

[@RockCity1111]

Your gonna like the Q acoustics better for the bass and sub bass. Unless u have a subwoofer

[@bboydevilparis]

@@RockCity1111 thank you very much i appreciate ! I wish you a good day

[@AdiMaco]

Klipsch sounds good.

[@califmike2003]

Klipsh are in your face live concert, Q is more laid back chill out. The vocals and dynamics on the Klipsh is amazing. After listning more further into the video i say KLIPSH, the dynamics are amazinggggggg.

[@nikoladjuric2527]

Wich amp.match best with 3020i?

[@3811eric]

Q Acoustics def. wins my vote.

[@DomRivers67]

Klipsch will take the enamel off of your teeth, but very useful if you've got an overly smooth amp but the 3030is will suit more people, with more recordings more of the time... especially with bright mid to low end amps. However, a pair of 3020i's or even 3010i's and a good budget sub like the Wharfedale SC150 or similar will potentially be better again, and may even work out cheaper. Those 3030i's are ridiculously deep (physically)....hard to put anywhere in a smaller room

[@scottlowell493]

The 600M had a massive dip between mids and treble. The drivers didn't cross over. That left a fatiguing glare and shout. I sold mine.

[@RanTausi]

RP600 more presence , Q is more hollow.

[@RP-ms7lu]

Q acoustics 3030i is pleasing and vocal is natural and clean. Most speakers are too sharp to hear.

[@rsolsjo]

I'm curious if the 600M would sound better with a subwoofer hooked up? Would it alleviate the lack of "body" in the midrange when the subwoofer does the heavy lifting of all the lower bass frequencies?

[@iiWiReviews]

I haven't tried it that way so can't say really. In general, properly integrated subs do add to overall sound fullness.

[@Oceanix__]

i have done demo of Klipsch with and without Subwoofer, trust me hooking up with a subwoofer brings out real charm of Klipsch speakers. I think any bookshelf speaker can really shine their best when hooked up to a subwoofer... Klipsch horn tweeter makes highs really come relaxed IRL Crossover Frequency was at 85HZ if you are curious.

[@vvogel005]

Which do you think would work better for a home theater? Most of the time will be movies and the rest music. Probably a 70/30 split. I have a sub. I also hate harsh highs. I prefer neutral highs and deep lows. I am leaning toward the Qs but wanted to know what you think.

[@iiWiReviews]

For HT I would personally choose Klipsch for its effortless dynamics and scale. Qs are reserved and tame in comparison. Klipsch does have prominent highs but they are not harsh in my opinion.

[@vvogel005]

@@iiWiReviews Thanks for getting back to me!

[@boxz1984]

Klipsch advertise their horn technology that it helps to exit sound waves not creating harsh sounds and very high frequencys in a movie. Bullets, smashing glasses. I have rp6000 and my good their titanium tweeters deliver. I had 3way B&W before, polk t10 with silk tweeters and polk signiture series center speaker and atmos. I have now all from Klipsch reference premiere series. Wouldn't change a thing. I like the way they sound. But they are directional. You kinda have to point them towards you. Once you do that they fill your head with sound

[@mden2490]

Do the 3030i’s need a subwoofer?

[@scottlowell493]

I had the original 600m. HARSH, shouty And veiled in the upper mids. Returned them and waited for MII's, which are a VAST improvement.

[@RanTausi]

Some prefer the first gen better then mk2.

[@scottlowell493]

@@RanTausi deaf people, sure. Or lovers of harsh and veiled sound.

[@luisrodriguez8639]

Using a microphone to compare jeje, minimum you have to use a Neumann U87

[@ericlarbouillat]

Do you think we will hear the différence on our tv or computer speakers ?

[@iiWiReviews]

Probably not. On a good set of headphones some tonal differences can be spotted however. It's just for fun and many viewers enjoy these recordings. I did already make a full RP600M review and will soon make a thorough 3030i review where I'll try and describe its sound qualities the best I can.

[@tshaolin971]

With audiophiles headphones you can clearly hear the differences ! I listen theses demos on a pair of Denon ah D-7200, it's cristal clear.

[@oluhamilton2121]

Exactly....

[@mar-a-lagofbibug8833]

Headphones allows me to hear the differences.

[@CarlosAlberto-tg7rf]

At least in my system, the 600M seems far superior. The 3030i shows a smaller, "compacted" sound with a drier Bass. This was the comparison that I perveived more sonic differences between the loudspeakers!

[@mauriciobedoya2850]

Totaly Agree

[@boxz1984]

It sounds to me the same like suppressed sound and dry. Klipsch are more fun, they sound even here on my phone with much more wider sound stage.

[@juy3541]

Klipsch for me

[@totizedger]

Klipsch is more detailed but brighter sounding with harsh ssss sounds on the cymbals on Track 2, in total i think that the Klipsch wins even though it has a harsh treble because the Q Acoustics sounded too smooth in comparison, doesn’t sound as open as the Klipsch, the Q Acoustics are not bad speakers they are simply warm and smooth sounding and a bit overly so in my opinion. I read that the Klipsch have recessed mids and a V shape sound signature, in this Sound Demo i can definetly hear the brightness of the Treble but the mids seem clear and not so recessed though, maybe in person you would hear it more easily i guess

[@billybobby7607]

Klipsch sound too bright.

[@clivestevens3547]

Q acoustics

[@bobe3250]

I enjoyed them both but looking for something in-between.

[@kirilkirilov7236]

Warfedale diamond !!!!👍

[@bobe3250]

@@kirilkirilov7236 That's what I got! They were on sale for $200 and could not resist.

[@pyrocrew17]

600s more alive 🤙

[@JavierGilF]

Klipsch rules!!!

[@jasonjung9375]

Klipsch win

[@isaidstream4547]

Awesomee

[@Sam-ne9ns]

Klipsch all the way.

[@RP-ms7lu]

3030i is pleasing! Sure. But klipse is more transparent.

[@greyshadow7786]

Klipsch just has boosted highs and bass known as v curve

[@Lordofmrak]

Nisam znao da nas covek radi ove review-eve, genijalno. Bas razmisljam izmedju ove dve opcije, ali ovaj demo mi ne znaci put zbog kompresije, nazalost :(

[@iiWiReviews]

Slažem se, ovi demoi su tu mahom jer ih mnogi traže, zabavni su im, a meni olakšaju da pokrijem trošak nabavke svih ovih uređaja (više videa). Pozdrav!

[@Lordofmrak]

@@iiWiReviews Da, da, kapiram. Pa daj meni makar pomogni pri izboru, sta je po tebi bolji izbor? Pretpostavljam Klipsch?

[@iiWiReviews]

Lično bih verovatno Klipsch zadržao za sebe. Zabavniji mi je i življi prosto. Ali ako voliš malo povučeniji i smireniji zvuk, ništa ne fali ni 3030i.

[@johngrayblas3406]

Klipsch is much better

[@johnbishop6890]

Who does track 3? Awesome?

[@iiWiReviews]

There's a track list in the description under the video. Cheers!

[@Max-mh5yo]

On track 4 the Q Acoustics have much less bass

[@ibrahimmohd6364]

Klipsch RP-600M by a mile

[@arsimahmetaj6272]

Klipsch 👍

[@Morgooooo]

3030i Better!

[@Lovelacewatkins139]

I had the q acoustic concept 20s but changed for the rpm 600s , I love the clarity and vocal from the rpm600s played through an icon audio 20pp valve amp and dac magic plus , i am looking at the smsl 400 dac anybody have something similar for dad advice

[@xanderb8370]

I have the smsl su9 and sound so good. My Q3030i sounds magic now 😁

[@johngrayblas3406]

Sound is more natural in klipsch

[@Lovelacewatkins139]

I have the q acoustic concept 20s , and have been reviewing the 600m as I have a 30w tube amp and these are easier to drive , this might of sold me on them ,

[@RUKIsquared]

How about your ps4 gaming sounds?😄😃

[@iiWiReviews]

They're awesome with both. 😀

[@VinnieMoore1986]

Klipsch

[@johngrayblas3406]

Klipsch is much better sound

[@z90012]

600ms I think

[@user_4g382sg]

Ну да, клипши лучше.

[@azad605008]

600M is clearer.

[@alphajuliet7857]

Atc scm7

[@iiWiReviews]

I would love to test them sometimes down the road. Heard them once in a show room paired with REL subs and was quite impressed with the sound.

[@wilsongautama1688]

Klip win overall

[@MrTim55555]

.....draw.....

[@davidcooper6704]

Can I respectfully suggest that it is much better to describe verbally how these speakers differ in sound. For people like me looking to buy speakers and seeking reviews on speakers, the sound produced on my in-built computer speakers is not ideal. In fact I cannot hear the difference. So for me this is not really a review at all.

[@iiWiReviews]

Sure, I agree. You can find my review on 3030i here on the channel and the whole section in it describing the difference from RP600M.

[@jean-micheldeleaz7248]

Les Klipsch un peu casserole sur les voix 😢

[@AmericanConstellation]

Get the Klipsch and the Elack B6's. The Klipsch are for when you want to rock and the Elacks are for a warmer sound. What the hell? You have speaker stands. Buy em both. I will say the Q's are very pretty...but the sound just isn't there.

[@piter5188]

see, think and first listen at home :) then write if you are right

[@AmericanConstellation]

@@piter5188 Well I don't just have small bookshelf speakers and one sound system. I've got another sound system that employs 125lb each JSE Infinite Slope Model 2's. Five drivers in each speaker. Now that makes bookshelves look stupid.

[@nathaneldogo]

Q boring 600m more dinamic