Klipsch's 'The Fives' has bass that defies the laws of physics!

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[@ThomasAndStereo]

Non affiliated link for the SMSL SA300. hifi-express.com/products/smsl-sa300-speaker-amplifier

[@thomasmuser3753]

I use the SMSL SA300 for over a year now for my desktop setup and really like it. Do you plan making a separate review on that comparing to budget full size amps and recomanding suitable speakers? You mentioned the internal DAC to be the weak point. Would something cheap like the Topping E30 make a noticeable difference?

[@ThomasAndStereo]

I don't think I will make a review on it since there are already a few good one. Already with the AUNE X8, I hear an improvement and Mr. Vintage loves it with the SMSL M400. Of course, it is ridiculous to add a DAC like that to his SA300. I would say, don't spend money on upgrading the SA300, if you you want to move up, just get something else completely instead for a true upgrade.

[@qqsrx]

Really a bargain at $140. How does it compare to Sprout100, a $700 class D with roughly the same output of 50W into 8Ω? I knew you reviewed Sprout100 some time ago.

[@ThomasAndStereo]

@@qqsrx I remember the Sprout 100 was 'smoother' and had more punch especially when I engage the bass boost. It also had phono and a better USB dac.The SMSL SA 300is more neutral. I need to AB test to be sure but that is based on memory.

[@Tho76mas]

@@ThomasAndStereo Thanks

[@qqsrx]

I like the fact that you described the Five in the context of the rp600m and sl50w. People need the context clues to understand the meaning of a evaluation.

[@ThomasAndStereo]

Yeah, it is easier to understand if there is some point of reference.

[@rjkral]

I LOVE that as an audiophile reviewer, for you the fun factor...IS A FACTOR! Definitely something we should all take into consideration. Great review!!

[@tylerfike9315]

Finally found a review where someone mentions the home theatre dialogue performance with The Fives. Thank you! I'm looking for a compact, clean living room solution for probably a 60/40 HT/audio split, and your final takeaways describing this was extremely helpful.

[@rreichar1]

Nice comparison!I have a pair of The Fives and am quite happy with them. Like you, I am less worried about accuracy than I am engagement. I am using them about 50/50 music and TV audio. I am using them with a subwoofer and I think that made a significant difference for me. I really feel like this made it more tune-able. I also think it improved the midrange noticeably. . I already owned the sub so it did not increase the cost. I was primarily looking to simplify my life by having a system that my wife could operate. Now I have that plus I like the way it sounds.

[@ThomasAndStereo]

Yes, from my understanding, once you plug in a sub, it will send less low frequency to the woofers in the speaker so it allows the midrange to improve.

[@jongwoo]

Thanks for this review. It helped me decide on the Klipsch RP-600M over the Fives. I even bought the SMSL SA300. I'm using the Schiit Modi 3+ DAC. Can't wait to try it out in a few days when everything arrives with my test track "Left Alone" =)

[@driv3rde883]

Really like how this review was made!

[@brandoguy3338]

These are beyond amazing and I have a beautiful pair of forte II,s with upgraded caps and titanium diaphragms with a wonderful amp and the five will hold their own just trust me

[@Mac2437]

Ok this is a great opportunity to ask if you had to choose between both which one would you choose ? Im asking because I have 1k to spend & I have found some fortes & Heresy l&ll for around that price . But then I have to buy things to power them , I’m thinking of just getting 5 for convenience especially as I write this they are on sale for 599

[@carlsitler9071]

The cool thing about my Klipsch RP-41s is that they control the crossover of my sub when they recognize it is plugged into them and the remote lets me raise the gain on the sub independently if I want.

[@carminedesanto6746]

I got the powered 51’s ...and I’m having fun with music again 🥲

[@carlsitler9071]

@@carminedesanto6746 Awesome. Great sound even without a sub. They don't crank like my Klipsch towers but I rarely listen that loud anyway. Perfect for gaming.

[@carminedesanto6746]

I’ve since moved my powered 51’s into the TV room as the sound bar died..a huge improvement. Unfortunately, can’t set them up as before to give great soundstage and imaging ( wife acceptance factor in proper placement is a no go) ..but they do the job and with 2 subs ..it can be a fun ride. Take care everyone.

[@SliderFury1]

Man, those 5's sound so warm and inviting. With them having HDMI ARC, I think I've finally found my "soundbar" haha. Edit: thought actually, looking at the Klipsch Cinema series now…🤔 Nice video 👍

[@jkroemer2685]

Which one did you end up going with? Looking at the cinema 400&600.

[@budgetaudiophilelife-long5461]

Glad to see you’re back and having fun👍. It’s good to see such good stuff in budget gear😍😍😍

[@timd7782]

I'm glad you consider the Fives "budget gear". I am not an audiophile, but I do really feel I got ALL of my money's worth with them! To me, they are high-end and I enjoy the hek out of them every day. I have had them almost a year and with them breaking in and the new firmware and equalizer app, they are way better now than when I bought them!

[@budgetaudiophilelife-long5461]

@@timd7782 🤗👍GREAT THAT YOU ARE GETTING SO MUCH ENJOYMENT…THAT IS WHAT IT IS ALL ABOUT 🤗😍😍😍

[@timd7782]

@@budgetaudiophilelife-long5461 - thank you! I feel like a millionaire when I listen to them (but I’m not even close.)

[@budgetaudiophilelife-long5461]

@@timd7782 🤗👍AGAIN GREAT NEWS Now you might try listening to new Types / genres of music…. like binaural recordings….ENJOY 😍😍😍

[@justsaying993]

Oh man Thomas. I was wondering about a RP-600M vs The Fives comparison. Thanks so much!

[@denis4072]

I know this video is old but i loves how Thomas always carefully choosing words to describes and avoid the negativity as well. Unlike some others reviewers on this platform is just a sales pitch. And i am thanksful for his honesty. Great work Thomas.

[@ThomasAndStereo]

Thank you very much!

[@Slant88]

Fun review stamped with your style.

[@rohanrohilla1080]

You got a like when you said “if it makes you happy, that’s hat is important about it”

[@scottyo64]

When my wife first saw and heard these she immediately wanted me to replace the RF-7 IIs with the Fives. She says smaller is better........or she wouldn't be married to me 🤣🤣🤣😍🤣😍😍

[@ThomasAndStereo]

hahahaha

[@thunderpooch]

It's no coincidence 6.5 inch speakers are seen as "adequate" and manly. I get around that by measuring the circumference of my speakers 😂 I always exaggerate by π

[@mkmkmk845]

Not always

[@repentandfollowjesuschrist6170]

🤣 that's something I'd say, wife got a man with a sense of humor

[@huddyrj]

I recently lived several days with these Fives vs the Kanto Tuks. Important point: I like my speakers bright. For example, my Sony headphones are set to "bright." I liked everything about the Fives (including their $200 discount) EXCEPT the highs on the Tuks just blew them away. So I returned the Fives. They sure were beautiful, though. If treble isn't what floats your boat, these are very desirable active speakers.

[@willmac5642]

Recommended the tuks to a friend and he sent them back.. not sure why tbh.

[@oB_Session]

@@willmac5642 I think it’s because we all have such different tastes and preferences in what we like to hear and how we like to hear it. It’s like food, you might think a burger place is amazing and recommend it to your friends and they think it’s terrible. That’s why I personally think listening to other peoples opinions on the way speakers sound is kind of like someone describing a burger they think is very delicious. It’s like, well until I try it myself I really just don’t know. For audio, you gotta hear them yourself that’s the only way to truly know are they a fit for you.

[@timd7782]

Great review Thomas as usual! The Fives are so much fun. I'm not a true audiophile, (but I am a musician) and I absolutely LOVE them. Best money I ever spent. I connect a subwoofer when listening to music but keep it off on TV. I think they are an outstanding value for money and the sound quality and they really save space, since not only are they small - you don't need a receiver. PS - I also can't thank you enough for recommending (in another review) the Uberlight 4200 TL LED lamp! My favorite thing to softly light my turntable or see whatever I'm doing in my workshop clearly.

[@marcelomunoz2474]

Hola, que te parecen los s2000 mk3 Edifier?

[@atoz6552]

Thanks for your honest opinion 👍

[@ThomasAndStereo]

My pleasure 😊

[@ngophuthanh]

I always enjoy listening to your reviews. Thanks, Thomas.

[@ThomasAndStereo]

I appreciate that!

[@Adrian-jh5cr]

I have the 600M's and they do sound great have a mid level Onkyo amp to them plus a sub and they sound great. I did buy a set of Martine Logan motion 40i's because I do like music a bit more than tv now those are amazingly clear. Awesome for 2 channel listening.

[@BobSmith-mz1uo]

I prefer neutral speakers myself, but more than anything I think you should enjoy whatever pleases YOU. So who cares if these aren't neutral? If you like them you like them.

[@IRQ1Conflict]

Just ordered a pair with some 24" Monolith stands. Can't wait!

[@eafc2112]

I own a pair of "The Sixes" and they are silly good.

[@hwanjung8230]

Debating between the Sixes and the Fives, Any suggestions?

[@bradhuskers]

@@hwanjung8230 The sixes are better.

[@hwanjung8230]

@@bradhuskers bought a used pair of the Sixes and a 10" sub. I'm really impressed with sound quality and power

[@caglargokalp455]

@@hwanjung8230 I just ordered the sixes too but couldnt be sure if sub will be needed or how much difference will be... is your sub the SPL-100? Thanks..

[@hwanjung8230]

@@caglargokalp455 I believe so, I'm at my gf's place now and won't be home until this afternoon. All I know it's a 10" klklipsch sub and if makes a big difference. The Sixes bass response is pretty good, but the sub really enhances the overall sound experience

[@totalplonker824]

The missus said to me the other day......let me get this straight. You spend £1,000 on speaker cables because you can 'hear the difference' but you can't hear me calling you from the kitchen. Lol

[@Khazandar]

But of course, you didn't seriously spend that much on speaker cables.

[@totalplonker824]

@@Khazandar yes I did! But mind you I had 9 channels of speaker cables to do (5.2.4) and of course the more cables the more intensity of the radio frequencies noise I had suffered, hence the reason why I purchased shielded speaker cables! In fact i've kept my old speaker cables in place just to show my friends the difference in sound quality, but it's only when I'm able to put it on mute and point it out to them that their are then able to tell the difference!

[@jarodjonnelson]

I run these via a tv/nvidia shield setup. The dynamic range of films means that the bass can’t get a little out of hand at times and take away from the clarity of the mids and highs they can produce which makes dialogue a little light for my taste. A simple solution is to insert a rca into the sub out which puts in a 80hz hpf and then place them a little closer to wall to compensate. For music, just take out the rca and they are great. Not a very neutral speaker but fun to listen to. The bottom end is pretty impressive for a 4.5inch.

[@ThomasAndStereo]

Yes, that is one way to do it.

[@donprior2806]

One thing to keep in mind is that the Klipsch Fives have something called "Dynamic Bass" enabled by default (bass boost). This can be disabled by holding the sub-woofer button on the remote for 3 seconds. So if you are complaining about "too much bass" you should give this a try. Personally, I like it with it on, but I typically listen at a low to medium volume.

[@bbutler5090]

I own these and have tested the bass boost several times and can hear NO difference. And, on either setting, the bass seems “normal,” to me. Yet the 5s are universally reported to be very bass heavy. I wonder if I’m missing something.

[@donprior2806]

@@bbutler5090 I definitely notice a difference when it's enabled or disabled. The lights on top of the speakers should blink to indicate the change. Make sure you hold down the sub woofer button until they blink.

[@bbutler5090]

@@donprior2806 Thanks for the reply. As early as this morning, I checked again. I made sure the light flashed twice to ensure the feature was enabled. I hear no difference at all. And, as I stated, my speakers, contrary to reputation, are not super bassy. Wonder if I’ve got them set up wrong. I doubt it though. Everything else sounds good. I just don’t notice any difference with the bass feature on or off.

[@donprior2806]

@@bbutler5090 Make sure you've updated to the latest firmware. If it still doesn't work I'd contact Klipsch.

[@bbutler5090]

@@donprior2806 Thanks. As to the firmware, can you give me some direction,? I have the app on my phone. I assume I start there? Thanks

[@powerboon2k]

4 mins in and I already know this is a channel I want to subscribe to.

[@terenceleechris2174]

What do you think when the Fives battle with R-51PM and R-41PM ?

[@jaytorr6701]

If you have a decent DAC, pair the 600 with the Onkyo 9010A amp. In the UK it only costs 200 pounds, so around 240 dollars. Fantastic pairing, deeper bass and mids. The amp is also very dynamic. I think one of the best systems one can assemble under a 1000 dollars.

[@johnbishop6890]

So nice to hear a reviewer who doesn’t adhere to the neutral is God in music. Every speaker has a flavor of it’s own, and for many, neutral is B-O-R-I-N-G. Listening to live music rarely sounds neutral, yet so many are ecstatic with hearing it in its fullness in a live setting including me. Regarding the review itself, the Fives might provide “fun” bass in a small room, but the pair I had were woefully inadequate in a medium sized room. The solution though is sooo freeking simple. Get an 8-10” subwoofer and these speakers really come alive! The midrange/woofer can concentrate on the mids without having to pull from the mids to try to get to 50hz or so. So u get great lows, nice mids, and highs without asking a 5+” speaker to do everything and shine yur shoes too. The Fives are neat gizmos with all their wireless connectivity and dsp, but get real. These are NOT speakers for audiophiles. Serious music performance requires serious movement of air, and all the dsp tricks (handy I’ll admit, especially at low volume) in the world can’t make a 5” speaker sound like an 8” speaker of similar build. There’s a reason the Fives with all of their electronics only cost $799.

[@ThomasAndStereo]

Thanks for sharing your experience.

[@timd7782]

So right. Add ANY subwoofer to these and they really change into something much more accurate in the midrange and adjustable.

[@eltonc1505]

Nicely done video Thomas... especially the comparison with the rp600/ smsl combo.

[@Diatonic5th]

Ha! Love the Bernie meme. Great review!

[@antonchigurh4125]

LMAO @ Bernie!

[@jmcc2736]

Thanks for the review. I’m seriously considering the Fives. Which as described will be used 50/50 Can’t really go more than that due to shipping costs and weight where I am. Listen to the original track through my headphones, wow youtube compresses so much of the detail out.

[@epi2045]

Having owned Klipsch old school KG’s and also their newer computer 2.1 THX (two sets)... I just hope their electronics are better than the 2.1 THX system. Both stopped working after a year of use. My old school KG’s are still operating after 20 years however.

[@ThomasAndStereo]

Darn, that sucks.

[@beesdreams9]

Klipsch the Fives has bass that is bloated flabby and overwrought, until you plug-in an RCA jack to the sub out which cuts it off at I believe 70 Hz. PHEW, what a relief! Those little drivers we’re just working way too hard to do a job best left to a bigger driver. And then you are able notice how weak and hollow the mids are. Boy did I want to like the speakers. I boxed em back up and returned them. The treble was nothing special either. Pretty though.

[@AZZA5102]

If you add a sub and can separate the speakers by at least 2m and 500 mm off the wall behind they become amazing for the money 💰

[@athurV1]

Looking well Thomas, welcome back , nice review .

[@ThomasAndStereo]

Yeah, will try to make as many video as possible before I go on hiatus end of Feb or March.

[@averagepainter]

had a great time listening to you.

[@ThomasAndStereo]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@zeissiez]

Whenever I thought of Klipsch, I thought V-shaped sound. Owned a pair of RP600M, while I enjoyed the dynamic, punchy and detailed sound, I felt there’s something odd about the tonality. I didn’t know what the problem was until I ran a track by Bryan Adams (“Cuts Like A Knife” in MTV Unplug album), when the flute solo came, I could hardly hear the sound of the flute. Apparently there’s a big dip at around 1.7Khz in the frequency response. Sold the speakers and bought a pair of LS50. The LS50 has a more natural midrange tone.

[@ThomasAndStereo]

Yup, some people don't like the sound of that dip.

[@markwagner1997]

That says a lot! Thanks for the good description.

[@olegpa]

I would like to say Thanks to Klipsh they added hdmi input to this speaker. I have NAD DAC with hdmi inputs and I see how it is better than any coax or optical. I saw many peoples ask in the forums why hdmi input is so rare in DACs. It is much better inferface than I2S. (And I can confirm this using my NAD DAC. )The answer is often ... Ahhh ... You have to pay for license if you want to use HDMI. But even 1000+USD dac doesn t contain hdmi input ... Very strange ... So thanks to Klipsh 👍🙂

[@madcrabber1113]

Great review! Wish there was more info out on the amps etc inside the fives. I will wait a few more years to see how they hold up.

[@ReggaeSpijkenisse]

“Wireless” until he opens the box lol

[@user-zr7tl7fw8g]

Thank you. I will definitely get the the fives!!!

[@tee-jaythestereo-bargainph2120]

Thank you Thomas !

[@lucylowis]

Great review !!! I loved your approach. I am a purist in my recording studio and use ATC monitors for that clarity. These are a BUNCH of fun in my listening area and I can tolerate the hyped bottom. I used the app for eq that allows me to tame bass a bit and boost vocal range. I will subscribe and really appreciate your approach. I too, smiling, the fives are a BLAsT :)

[@BennyKsBandwidth]

Love it! Great review my friend!

[@ThomasAndStereo]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@BennyKsBandwidth]

@@ThomasAndStereo But of course! Cheers!

[@vinniethefinger7781]

Just ordered a pair. I'll be using them for everything which is why I bought them :) I'll torture them with my Sound Blaster card and my FiiO The days of Dahlquist and Ampzilla's are over for me.

[@alanc6416]

Have you tried the KEF LSX? It's be interesting to compare against this. The LSX does have Airplay 2, which is a really nice convenient feature over the FIVES. Thanks for the great video!

[@thomasjacques5286]

I bought a pair on FB Marketplace for $400 (almost NIB). Still running my JBL L-100's but I plan on downsizing my vintage system and the Fives will replace my L-100's going into the future.

[@tech4life884]

Lmmfao 😂 😂. Bernie Sanders sitting in the back of the room was a masterpiece. Lol

[@srijithps]

Wow, that’s a good presentation Tom

[@dougg1075]

Good review Thomas. I would love the RPM 600’s in a non copper cone.. I hate that look. Enjoying the Heresy IVS

[@ThomasAndStereo]

Thanks, personally I find it very unique to Klispch.

[@dougg1075]

@@ThomasAndStereo I like the way The Fives look without grills:)

[@ThomasAndStereo]

@@dougg1075 Yeah, looks retro with the grilles.

[@scottyo64]

Just keep the grills on. I do that with a my Reference series Klipsh speakers. The copper can be obnoxious

[@mistermushroom652]

Do the speakers have a crossover for the low frequencies if you use the sub out?

[@ThomasAndStereo]

I think it auto cut off the low frequency when you connect a sub to it.

[@kenrickhadley4499]

Thomas i always search for your breakdown of a piece of gear, because i'm not looking for someone to tell me this is the best or worse. I know that such a thing does not exist. Speakers are like the line in the Matrix when Neo says to Morpheus, that's not real?, and Morpheus says , what is real? Years ago both Panasonic and Mitsubishi made CRT TV's where the reds were so saturated they were unreal. Every gear manufacturer has there idea of reality baked into their devices. I love that you say for yourself you like your music colored and not flat, and that when you go over a device you say, so who is this for? I never liked Klipsch for music, but of late the company like Sony that have made the color in their cameras more warm, so has Klipsch. Sorry for the long comment. It's just that i saw the Fives on sale and thought of getting it for my Son's computer, He works from home.thanks.

[@ThePlatonas]

i'm a fan of traditional stereo set ups, till i heard the ATC scm100asl!!! thomas you should have a listen if the oportunity arises! yes there are better sounding speakers, but i think no speaker+integrated combo van surpass them in their price range!!! and i'm sure you're going to love the sound signature!

[@spencer82rocks]

Denon and SPL -120 will do the job and your neighbors wanna hang out more often 😮

[@allrc8737]

Thanks for the video Im not a audio expert but I love music most in my case salsa I'm from Cali Colombia I grow up with salsa music all the time anyways I have the fives connected to my Samsung tv and sounds amazing have the rp600m connected to sa300 with not external DAC and sounds very nice too have more bass and sounds I little bit more clear but I have the triangle BR03s connected to a cheap tube amp infi AB something like that is the name of the tub amp and man that tub amp with the BR03s sounds crazy man cristal clear amazing bass midrange and vocals are something from another world I imagine if I buy and spenced tube amp lol 😂 but like I said I'm very happy with all my setups and the fives amazing little speakers very recommendable for anyone's that's like music and like to have a great time at home thanks for the info man a continue like that loves your reviews man

[@ThomasAndStereo]

Thanks for the feedback.

[@JohnSmith-sy8pp]

I've watched your channel for a while, but I never subscribed or commented, until now. I just wanted to tell you that I noticed that you seem more upbeat and enthusiastic than normal. I'm not sure if it's because something has changed in your life, or if you really just like the Klipsch's that much! lol. Regardless, this was a great review, and I love your work. keep it up. :). (By the way, I am by no means implying that you were or are a sour-puss, lol. It's just that you appear to be much more energetic in this vid. Take care!

[@Kubs777]

Would be nice to see if the "bass" is balanced out "if" you add an external sub. Does it confirm your theory of a balanced sound ie. (Audiophile quality)

[@RobPovey]

I thought they greatly improved with the addition of a separate sub.

[@ThomasAndStereo]

Yeah I think they cut low frequency to the speakers when you add a sub so it can play better.

[@RobPovey]

@@ThomasAndStereo Yes they do in fact that was the deciding factor for me picking them up over RP600's and a 2 Channel amp. It's difficult to find a good reasonably price 2 channel amp with a sub crossover. I use them primarily to replace a sound bar, but was surprised how dynamic they sounded, once you could get the responsibility for the bass off the small driver. I think you also have to disable the dynamic Bass option to top the Bass getting totally out of control.

[@ThomasAndStereo]

@@RobPovey I think once you plug in a RCa cable to the subwoofer jack, it will do that. Disabling dynamic bass with the sub button on the remote is just disabling bass compensation at low volume.

[@ericbrouwers4312]

I have the fives now for a month. Fitted a nice sub, the bass is so much better and rolls down to 20hz.. A perfect match for movies and music.

[@Jut1911]

@@ericbrouwers4312 what bass did you pair it with? And does it just connect via rca cable?

[@carminedesanto6746]

I’m using the Klipsch powered 51’s ....they’re great ...even better with 2 small subs!

[@ThomasAndStereo]

Good to know!

[@WhiteBubblySoup]

I have both the The Fives and the rp600m and as usual Thomas nails it. Be careful turning them up because the woofer will run out of excursion. It moves a lot. The big sound out of the tiny Fives is actually shocking but of course not audiophile by any means. I had them in my bedroom for a while, but the low end is a bit much for low volume listening. Right now I have them as desktop speakers. If you keep the volume in check they are not too forward. They actually create a nice desktop soundstage.

[@ThomasAndStereo]

Cool, I am so glad you are able to validate my observations. They do have quite a bit of slam. Yesterday, my daughter even came down to the basement and told me her chair was vibrating upstairs because I was playing these speakers loud.

[@WhiteBubblySoup]

@@ThomasAndStereo Haha I don't think your opinion needs validating. The Fives are the first thing I recommend to non-audiophile normies looking to upgrade their home audio because of the all in one price, and the ease of use. Someone who is a total novice is usually wowed by these and is happy for quite some time.

[@ThomasAndStereo]

When I had it on my desk, at low volume, I find the bass round and soft. It does create a pretty good soundstage nearfield and that surprised me because these are horn speakers. Not the same level as the SMSL Tabebuia but still pretty good.

[@scottishbarnss]

Would be interested in seeing you review the Vanatoo Transparent One Encore. Active speakers similar to the Klipsch Fives but a flatter frequency response.

[@AudioElectronicsChicago]

Another successful pair made by Klipsch

[@ThomasAndStereo]

Yes, it seems their latest offerings are quite popular.

[@Fane182005]

Love the reviews! I bought my 600M after steve g and your review. I run them with a bluesound powernode 2i..and feel I'm missing some magic...I feel it has more sparkle inside. I'M thinking tubes? Any sugestions from your top 3? Cayin ,Willsenton, Doge....and dac denefrips or chord and keep my PN2 as my streamer. Rp 600m + willsenton r8+ chord qutest + powernode 2i ...what do you think will they work together? 10x

[@ThomasAndStereo]

I think they will work together. The only thing is the R8 bass is quite heavy and it can be a bit on the forward side. So if you are sensitive to brightness, then it might be an issue. I did not try that combo together so I don't know.

[@Fane182005]

@@ThomasAndStereo I was planning to get both tubes kt88 and el34 just to have what to play with...i too have my guilty pleasure in bass...if kt88 is too much..i'll switch to the smooth el34..and viceversa. I've not yet decided....but through your reviews i think we have similar tastes...music that makes you move..sweet and musical...75% pleasure 25% analitical..i love my rp600m..i just know they can "sing magic". I also have a pair of meze 99 for fun and fiio3 fh5 for analitical...and love both. So you can get a taste of my taste. What would you hook up to the 600M to make them sing...not from my optiona...but with no crazy money..3 4 grand lets say or less. Thank you so much ! Keep it going !

[@ThomasAndStereo]

Well, I usually have it plug to my Mcintosh MAC6700, that is my reference for all my speakers. However, all these recent amp that I have gotten are pretty decent. For example, Bc acoustiques EX214, IOTAVX and so forth. The Doge 10 is a bit too bright for it unless you get Mk2 b version.

[@trekjudas]

Oh, and I hope you get a chance to hear the Odyssey Stratos amp. It's freaking amazing!

[@ThomasAndStereo]

I almost bought one actually. I remember it was made in the States.

[@trekjudas]

@@ThomasAndStereo Ah! You should have done it! It's underpriced! It's so affordable people underestimate it!

[@trekjudas]

@@ThomasAndStereo I recently got the $7000 Pass Labs integrated amp. I thought it was gonna crush my old Odyssey. IT DIDN'T!

[@trekjudas]

@@ThomasAndStereo you NEVER see the Odyssey up for sale. People NEVER give them up once they have them!

[@histubeness]

@@trekjudas Hate to disagree with you, but they definitely DO show up used, and regularly. I bought an Odyssey Stratos stereo amp used about 12 years ago, then bought the dual mono stereo version used about 7 years ago. Sold the first one. As I write this, there are 3 Odyssey Stratos amps listed on USAM and 1 on AA Trader. --Great amp(s). The used deals are out there.

[@getreal3336]

Have you heard or listened to a pair of the self powered Swan "M300 MK2"s or the Swan "m500"s? If you have, what did you think? If you did a review on them, post the link. I'd like to hear your opinions on them. Thanks and great review. 👍

[@trekjudas]

My stereo sounds good. Really good. Its strange. I've been frustrated and disappointed with it for so long I've grown used to the feeling. Now that it's good I don't know what to do!

[@Sukuna-lg8mn]

Awesome review

[@djphat1736]

Please, if you could Demo "The Sixes". I have them, and love them. Just want your opinion on them. I matched them with the Klipsch 12" sub 120. and an SMSL m500 DAC. It's for my office, don't judge me! :)

[@ThomasAndStereo]

Nice. I don't think they will send me the Sixes though.

[@djphat1736]

@@ThomasAndStereo Shame, they should. I can't find a good review of them anywhere. Bought then on a whim and due to a great sale. 100% no regrets on it.

[@quantumdecoherence1289]

I believe Klipsch discontinued The Sixes

[@djphat1736]

@@quantumdecoherence1289 They are still selling what they have left. For like the past 3 months now LOL. They did I guess end the line on those, but maybe found some under the couch. Even at a better price of $499 vs the near $800 they started at.

[@mariochavez7243]

I listen to Jazz, rock, funk, soul, and Rhythm & blues Vinyl . I like the modern features of the Klipsch The fives speakers but worried it may not work with my vintage set up. I have an old Pioneer SX-424 receiver paired with an old Dual 1019 turntable and Vintage Sansui SP-2500X speakers. Will modern klipsch speakers work with this set up?

[@mr.george7687]

I think abetter paring for the RP600M would be the Sony STR-DH190 integrated amp Its 100 watts per channel, tone controls & its only $149 ! Sean gave it a good review.

[@ThomasAndStereo]

Yeah, I would not be surprised it sounds great with that.

[@RedSinter]

Ahahahahahahah thanks for the laughs Thomas your guilty pleasure is showing through... I don't suppose you could feed the 5's from an Integrated Amp? I just heard these the other day in not a typical space, nor was l at even and optimal listening position, or regular environment. And I was dumb struck blown out. Again Size Matters and they are the perfect size and the sound stage... Was for me amazing. Thanks

[@henzbikertv916]

Pair the fives with r12sw at Costco for $650…this holiday sale.. The best deal…

[@Bd-ox4mi]

Great review ...there is definitely a much more forward presence on the 5s and with the base being big you will need a soft room 👌

[@michahugo1353]

Great review! thanks! please tell me what is the best way to connect them to the TV?

[@mic7706]

Hdmi arc 👍

[@archit28]

What is Bernie sanders doing at the beginning of the video sitting behind ?

[@amirbeygi7191]

Thanks for your vid very helpful . I have klipsch fives I’m looking for subwoofer to match with my klipsch what is your recommended??

[@jamesmcmillan6350]

I paid 400 for my RP600m's add so add the emotiva ta-100 for 800

[@ThomasAndStereo]

Nice! Great deal.

[@RedSinter]

😂 So Thomas couldn't you add a Sub with the 300 and DAC? I'II assume one of those two has either HDMI in or Optical.

[@cyberc0l0mbiana]

Amazing review! 🎤 💥 From a voice clarity standpoint (but not too bright), would you still recommend The Fives over a Klipsch R-41PM/51PM WITH a Subwoofer type of set up?

[@ThomasAndStereo]

I prefer the RP600M more.

[@cyberc0l0mbiana]

@@ThomasAndStereo Thanks much, appreciate your prompt response! Just wanted to know your thoughts between the "powered" versions of them as well (41PM/51Pm vs The Fives)

[@dajusta87]

Klipsch reaches out to you? Do a giveaway already !!!

[@jungtarcph]

Great viewers are looking for great content and passion. Not freebees :) it is also a huge headache for KZbinrs that have to answer 100 emails about whether "the winner has been found???"....

[@arobinson22833]

Hi Thomas, have you ever listened to any of the Meridian Audio DSP Speakers? If not you should try to audition either the 5200SE, 7200SE or 8000SE. They all exceptional speakers.

[@ThomasAndStereo]

I never had, one day.

[@alternative444]

Thank you for the great review! How would you compare these to the KEFs LSX? Connectivity is an obvious win for the Klipsch but sound-wise?

[@ThomasAndStereo]

Well this one definitely has more bass. LSX probably a bit more refined on the top end but KEF has more energy and dynamics.

[@LuxAudio389]

Lol, love the Bernie Street Cred!...I recently got the KEF LS50 WIRELESS ii as a secondary system and they NAILED IT! I Didn't want the Hassel of finding an amp, streamer, cables, and etc ,🐍 oil. They are very resolving and neutral. The imaging is also fantastic when set up correctly. I am using the recommended 25.75" stands and they disappear. The bass is surprising excellent, but I added 2 small REL subs to smooth things out in our Family Room, since it is open to the Breakfast area and Kitchen. KEF provides 1 sub out RCA jack on each speaker😎 The app is a bit quirky, but it will get better with updates. The EQ section of the app though is right on point. We have it hooked up to our TV's HDMI ARC output and it's great. I also added a CD player I had laying around and they sound better than with Tidal, but in February I am upgrading to Tidal MQA so that may change things and yes they are hard wired into my network and to eachother. Definitely check them out.👍

[@Felix_love_watches]

Hi Thomas, please give Edifier‘ s high end line a opportunity for a review such as S2000mkiii. Reason being it’s very popular across the global and it would be interesting to see your opinions on it, I really believe people would be benefiting from that, specially young generation and folks just getting into the audio world.

[@BYD_LRT]

Go checkout Zeos at "Z Reviews" who does an excellent job reviewing Edifier and Swan speakers.

[@Felix_love_watches]

@@BYD_LRT that’s right the s2000 pro Vs M200 mkiii, well..everyone interested in what Thomas has to say :)

[@BYD_LRT]

@@Felix_love_watches Edifier would have to send Thomas a pair.

[@Felix_love_watches]

@@BYD_LRT I am sure they will love to 👍

[@kohnfutner9637]

I didn't know Thomas was an acoustic physicist. 🤪

[@ashurgeorge4604]

Hi Thomas, Can you please elaborate on con of the wake up delay when editing. I plan to use them in a similar use case. Thanks~!

[@ProjectsLu]

Hi Thomas, I'd like shelf speaker for turntable. It seems like Fives could be a good option right? the RP600M + SA300 you used has no phono input? Thanks.

[@callumbrowns]

Are the 5's good with a single turntable setup for music at home please help many thanks!?

[@Ba09035]

Did you try the DSP in the app? Can you try it with one of your subs? I was wanting to use this as a bedroom speaker for my TV with subwoofer as the speaker will be near the front wall so I wanted to know how much you can tailor the bass/sub bass. Another great (non)review

[@ThomasAndStereo]

I did not know you can use the app with The Fives. I know you can disable the Dynamic Bass EQ with the sub button.

[@70axels70]

I just got these and I love bass but I find when I play music and have the volume pretty high like 1 or 2 notches below max on the light grid I find the bass sounds very punchy, should I be worried the speakers will bust or can these handle loud volume well? I am for sure thinking buying an external subwoofer for them but until I do should I not use these with very high volume?

[@bradhuskers]

I was told that when you pair the klipsch fives to the sub woofer, they become AUDIOPHILE QUALITY. So why would anyone just test them without a sub connected?

[@timd7782]

They absolutely sound better with a sub!

[@shreerambhat6045]

I have recently purchased Q Accoustics Subwoofer QB12 to use it with my Klipsch Fives. But after connection, I am unable to get any effect from the SW. The SW is connected to the Klipsch Fives SW OUT through LFE IN of SW. The SW ON indication is glowing. I have set Gain level at 50% and crossover at 80HZ. But unable to get any SW effect even after boosting EQ bass level. I have tried all settings of Gain, Phase level and Crossover, but no change. It is as if the SW is not connected. I don't know what is wrong. Please advise

[@wheelstandr]

Totally new to the game. I just picked up The Fives a couple days ago after watching. I have since discovered they make The Sixes. Is it worth the extra $100 to get the Sixes? Is my car guy "Theres no replacement for displacement" theology relevant here? I would really appreciate your opinion on this. Thanks

[@bradhuskers]

The Rp500m has a 6.5 driver. The klipsch sixes also uses the 6.5 drivers. Can you give me your thoughts?

[@ThomasAndStereo]

Never heard The sixes but I would expect the same kind of subwoofer feel type of bass with that speaker while the RP600m would have cleaner and more nuance bass.

[@bradhuskers]

@@ThomasAndStereo But the sixes have the same size drivers as the 600. 6.5 The fives, which you tested, only have a 4.5 driver. So wouldn't the sixes sound cleaner like the 600.? Both have 6.5 drivers.

[@ThomasAndStereo]

@@bradhuskers I don't think so. I am not sure they are made of the same material. Also, we know not all 6.5-inch woofers sound the same especially since one has a crossover and I think the Sixes does not. Either way, all this is speculation and until I actually hear The Sixes, your guess is as good as mine. Just for me logically, this active speaker is going in a different direction than their RP series because it is targeting a different audience.

[@bradhuskers]

@@ThomasAndStereo The sixes are active. I was told that active speakers may be the future of speakers going forward because the amplifier is directly made for the speaker. Well, anyway, thanks for your help. If you do get a chance to review the sixes, I would really be interested in your fair and honest review. Thanks again.. Brad

[@ThomasAndStereo]

@@bradhuskers I would say probably true for the masses. However, for audiophiles, it might not be, after all audiophiles are really picky with the sound and they spend a lot of time fine tuning it to their taste. Active is either you like the sound they are voiced or not.

[@RedSinter]

Question Thomas, could you run your output from your CD player into a Schiit Loki then output to input on the 5's?

[@motosymas1726]

Hi 👋you have a amazing knowledge and I love to have you opinion . I have 10k ready to spend on my first hifi system what full setup you recommend to me . Please