Reddit mentions of Klipsch RP-160M Bookshelf Speaker - Cherry (Pair)

Do you plan to upgrade to past 5.1 in the future? How big is the room it's going into? Does this budget include a TV or projector/screen? 'Only' 5 grand will get you a very nice 5.1 setup.

Without knowing any of those things and only knowing what you've posted, I'd go with Denon X4400H to give you upgrade options in atmos, Klipsch RP-160M pair x 2 to match your center channel and SVS PB 13-Ultra x2 for sub needs.

I prioritized subs because they're the hardest part of the theater experience to get right and will be very room dependent. This is just how I would spend my money and is pretty close to how I did spend it.

Not quite, these are what I have.

Yamaha Receiver

Bookshelfs

Center

OP might have the center speaker you linked though, but theirs seems to have ports on each end.

And yes, that can all run through the receiver. So instead of plugging your XBOX into HDMI 3 (for example) on your TV, you plug it into HDMI3 on the receiver. Then you switch the input on the receiver to that input when you want to play. The same way you would on the TV, except the TV always stays on the same input.

Bottom line, spend the money on the receiver. If you can't afford high end speakers at first that's fine, but I would recommend not skimping on the receiver as that ties everything together.

You'll probably want to look into speakers then an amp in that order. Speakers tend to be the most subjective and personal piece of the setup, so get those squared away, then figure out what to drive them with.

For speakers, check out:

• Pioneer SP-B22 ($129/pair)
  
  
• PSB Alpha B1 ($299/pair)
  
  
• Wherfdale Diamond 10.1 ($299/pair)
  
  
• Klipsch RP-160M ($399/pair)
  
  
• Polk RTi A3 ($399/pair)
  
  
• DefTech ProMonitor 1000 ($439/pair)
  
  
• B&W 686 S2 ($499/pair)
  
  
• PSB Imagine Mini ($499/pair)
  
  I'm partial to Bowers and Wilkins myself.
  
  For integrated amps, look at:
  
  
• Pioneer Elite A-20 ($299 on sale right now)
  
  
• Onkyo A-9010 ($299 also on sale)
  
  
• Yamaha R-N301 ($299) or for a bit more A-S301 ($349)
  
  
• Cambridge AM10 ($349 – analog inputs only)
  
  
• NAD C316BEE ($379 – analog inputs only)
  
  
• Cambridge 351A ($399 – USB DAC)
  
  
• Harmon Kardon HK3700 ($349 – USB DAC)
  
  
• Onkyo A-9050 ($399 on sale – includes phono preamp)
  
  
• TEAC AI-301DA ($399)
  
  
• NAD D3020 ($399)
  
  With a simple computer and two bookshelfs setup, I really like the NAD D3020 or its bigger brother, the D7050. The Cambridge 351A is probably one of the better options in this range, however.
  
  Also, you might find you like powered speakers like Audioengine A5+ ($399) and HD6 ($749). AE has a great sound and features a built-in DAC. If you can demo them, see what you think.

I had a price watch on these and they just dropped to their lowest price ever. I've asked a few questions in the sub, so I wanted to contribute something. I'd love to see more people post deals here too!

Price Graph - https://camelcamelcamel.com/Klipsch-RP-160M-Bookshelf-Speaker-Cherry/product/B00RNZ6BXA?active=price_amazon&context=popular

Agree with this. This would be a pretty stellar 2.1 setup for around 600.

Another option I would look at would be a pair of used, like new Klipsch RP-160M's

https://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/B00RNZ6BXA/ref=sr_1_2_olp?ie=UTF8&qid=1496676129&sr=8-2&keywords=RP160M
and a BIC F-12 sub.

You would lose a little sub quality but gain overall clarity, soundstage, and potential volume.

Denver here also. I have three picks for each.

Speakers:

• 1: https://www.amazon.com/Klipsch-RP-160M-Bookshelf-Speaker-Cherry/dp/B00RNZ6BXA
  
  
• 2: https://www.amazon.com/KEF-Q300B-Bookshelf-Loudspeakers-Black/dp/B00CE3LG9U
  
  
• 3: http://m.ebay.com/itm/Bowers-Wilkins-600-Series-685-Speakers-MINT-Perfect-/322334167390?nav=SEARCH
  
  Integrated amps:
  
  
• 1: https://www.amazon.com/Teac-AI-301DA-BK-Integrated-Amplifier-Bluetooth/dp/B00L9FRJVS
  Or this one, harder to find but nicer: http://m.ebay.com/itm/TEAC-Reference-AI-501DA-90watts-ch-Integrated-Amp-192kHz-USB-DAC-AI501DA-silver-/112167013703?nav=SEARCH
  
  
• 2: https://www.amazon.com/NAD-3020-Hybrid-Digital-Integrated/dp/B00F0OMUGS
  
  
• 3: http://emotiva.com/products/amplifiers/pres-and-pros/ta-100

Zeos!

I've been a huge fan for a long time. Thank you so much for all of the great videos and reviews.

I've been in the market for a 5.1 surround sound system for a while now. My room is roughly 15x15 with ten foot ceilings.

The other day I saw a sale on Adorama for a 5 speaker klipsch setup for only $1300. It included


Klipsch Reference Premiere RP-160M Bookshelf Speaker, Pair, Ebony

2 x Klipsch Reference Premiere RP-280F 2-Way Floorstanding Speaker, Single, Ebony

Klipsch Reference Premiere RP-450C Center Speaker, Pair, Ebony

This seems like an insane deal so I grabbed it immediately but I see you haven't reviewed them. I noticed you recommended the RP-280f to someone here on reddit so I assume that means they're not gonna be bad.

So my question is, do you think I need a subwoofer? They seem pretty bassy but I won't really know until I get them. Secondly, can you recommend me a receiver for these? You've mentioned Klipsch's scary highs so I don't want a receiver that is overly bright if that will be an issue.

Thank you again so much!! I really appreciate all of your guides and information that you put out here!

I just got a used Sansui 2000 (https://www.amazon.com/Sansui-Receiver-Solid-State-Amplifier/dp/B00HHEU7QO/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_product_top?ie=UTF8) for pretty cheap. This saved me some money, and I want to put it into speakers. I have no idea how to make sure my receiver would be able to power my speakers.

I was possibly looking at getting the Klipsch RP-160M (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00RNZ6BXA/ref=ox_sc_sfl_title_1?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER) Would my Sansui be able to run these?

Thanks in advance.

The Klipsch RP160M (upgrade over 150M) is more efficient with power. Its also a 6.5" woofer https://smile.amazon.com/Klipsch-RP-160M-Bookshelf-Speaker-Ebony/dp/B00RNZ6BXA

Z Review of 150M - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PXi-20hxkok