Reddit mentions of Klipsch RB-61 II Reference Series Bookshelf Loudspeakers, Black (Pair)

So, honestly you're doing well for yourself. Spend as much as you can on another set of nice speakers. Skip a center channel and skip a sub.

Those realistics should do fine for pumping out the decibels, what you need is mid to high frequency reproduction. I'd check the foam surrounds on the speakers too. They might be damaged.

These are about 400 bucks. Some people have opinions between the brands. Generally Klipsch is brighter in the highs where KEF is a flatter, more neutral response.

www.amazon.com/Klipsch-RB-61-Reference-Bookshelf-Loudspeakers/dp/B0040LRI96/
www.amazon.com/dp/B0047K3X1M/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_2BrPybEBK68RW

Loud, efficient, with nice bass? Can you triple your budget? ;)

EDIT: Ok, but seriously, any speaker at that price is going to distort like a mofo when cranked with bass.

If you can find a friend with a few bucks I'd go in on something like this Klipsch RB-61
http://www.amazon.com/Klipsch-RB-61-Reference-Bookshelf-Loudspeakers/dp/B0040LRI96/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1425673709&sr=8-1&keywords=rb-61+ii

If you are interested in bookshelf speakers and can spot the extra $, I'd recommend Klipsch RB-61 II.

Reference series and 95db efficient, so they take very little power to be loud and clear. I own a pair in my secondary setup, and I really like them. They have 6.5 woofers, and for bookshelf speakers, they have really good bass response.

If you can't get much higher than $400, check out the Klipsch RB-51 IIs. Same line but with 5.25" woofers.

I'm sure there are other options, but I'm a big fan of Klipsch. Really nice products.

Amp:
Micca OriGain Compact Stereo Integrated Amplifier and DAC, 50W x 2, 96kHz/24-Bit, USB and Optical S/PDIF (Black) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01LXV4O6B/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_na6qDb4YMVMAH

Or

Yamaha R-S202BL Stereo Receiver https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01EMQI2CU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_Nb6qDb2ZM2TRP

Speakers:
ELAC Debut 2.0 B6.2 Bookshelf Speakers, Black (Pair) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07B4Q5587/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_Gd6qDbYGGK2GW

Or

Klipsch RB-61 II Reference Series Bookshelf Loudspeakers, Black (Pair) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0040LRI96/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_9e6qDbSSPBRJ6

Or

Polk Audio RTI A7 Floorstanding Speaker (Single, Cherry) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000V2OQL6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_.f6qDb5EGHRD8

Hello! I'm looking to pick up an entry level receiver and either floorstanding or bookshelf speakers + stands. I'm hoping to spend $500 total or less, but could go up to $700 total for a significant improvement.

I'm not very knowledgeable about the space, so currently eyeing a few of the basic Klipsch bookshelf speakers since I know they're decent and look nice. I'm even considering springing for these piano black ones since they look great and could be somewhat of an accent piece. I know that's trading form for what could be used to purchase better function, but I admit I do care a lot about the look of the speakers. Those piano black ones would leave almost no budget left for a decent receiver, stands (considering these), wires, etc. though.

I'll be using the system with my TV at about 6 feet away from the couch and should have about 6-10" of room behind the speakers. Not ideal unfortunately, but my apartment space is limited. Would a front ported speaker like this one help at all? From what I've read, it seems the bass would still be a problem.

I'll mostly be using it for gaming, movies, and music, but no genres in particular. I plan on connecting my ps4 and TV via the optical digital out port to minimize any potential input lag from running HDMI through the receiver while gaming.

I currently have a shitty system that is not salvageable, so will be starting fresh and plan to buy new. I'm living in NYC, though I'm guessing online will be cheaper in my case. Open to any and all recommendations or advice! Thank you!

Could someone suggest which one I should buy out of these? (Or give other suggestions)

https://www.amazon.com/Klipsch-RB-61-Reference-Bookshelf-Loudspeakers/dp/B0040LRI96/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1502138513&sr=1-1&keywords=Klipsch+RB-61+II+Reference+Series+Bookshelf+Loudspeakers%2C+Black+%28Pair%29

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0057X8796/ref=as_li_qf_sp_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=themasswi0f-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=B0057X8796&linkId=918cb12a1f26edb557338d52ebbde4cb

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00FM6IRVQ/ref=psdc_3236451011_t3_B0057X8796

Hi all, i am just entering the Scene and after constant research have barely just scratched the surface, i am interested in getting:

a Record Player --> AMP ---> Bookshelf Speakers.

unless there is a record player out there with a good preamp i am going to need a good amp. I have no idea what i am looking at but my budget is around $1000

If someone could link me or explain what Record player and amp to get i would be very grateful. i was leaning towards these Speakers! Thanks

https://www.amazon.com/Klipsch-RB-61-Reference-Bookshelf-Loudspeakers/dp/B0040LRI96/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_product_top?ie=UTF8

I do have a sub, but Im talking about RB-51 and RB-61, which arent towers. The only difference I can see is that the woofer seems to get bigger and the frequency response is able to go lower. Frankly, I don't have an idea how much of an impact that would make, if any.