Reference Premiere RP-600M II Walnut Bookshelf Speakers

Upgraded my Klipsch R-51M bookshelf speakers to the the RP-600M II model and there’s a clear difference. First, they’re considerably larger and heavier. I needed a new stand to hold them. Secondly, my receiver setup had to be tweaked for the new speakers, but once done the difference is very noticeable. The R-51M’s are amazing if you’re on a strict budget, I used them for many years and fully enjoyed them. Excellent starter speakers. If you can stretch your budget, the RP-600M II’s go on sale for $470 often and are worth it. Even the original RP-600M’s are a great deal now, and close to the price of the R-51s. You can’t go wrong with any of them. The quality difference is noticeable though. They’re clearly much more powerful, with a clearer sound and better bass. I may not even need my subwoofer and save space. Factor in a sub to the pricing if you’re getting a starter system. A sub is essential with the R-51’s to get amazing sound. Or you could just get the 600m II’s with no subwoofer. Everything just sounds better on these speakers. Vinyl sounds louder, clearer, but with no noticeable pops or noise. Streaming from Apple Music through my Roku sounds better too. Movies and TV sound better. Everything, basically. Definitely worth the upgrade.

I recently added the Klipsch RP-600M II bookshelf speakers to my home theater setup, and they have been nothing short of impressive. These speakers serve as my surround sound channels, and they deliver a truly immersive audio experience. Sound Quality: The sound is punchy, clear, and surprisingly accurate for their size. The detail they bring to soundtracks and dialogue is fantastic, with a rich midrange and crisp treble. Even in a surround sound role, they manage to bring a lot of life to the system. I can absolutely see why people use them as primary speakers too. They’re well balanced and do an excellent job at filling a room with sound without being overpowering. If you’re using them as primary speakers, I’d definitely recommend pairing them with the Klipsch RP-1000 SW subwoofer to add some extra depth to the low end. That combination will really enhance the overall audio experience. Build Quality: The build quality is top-notch. The furniture-grade walnut veneer gives them an elegant, high-end look that will complement any decor. The speakers feel solid and sturdy, and they’re quite heavy, so if you're not placing them on a shelf, make sure you get a heavy-duty speaker stand to support them properly. Value: There are tons of positive reviews of the RP-600M II on YouTube, and after experiencing them firsthand, I can completely understand why. For the price, they offer some of the best sound quality you can get, making them a fantastic option in the mid-range speaker market. The performance easily competes with speakers that are priced significantly higher. In conclusion, the Klipsch RP-600M II bookshelf speakers are a standout in their class. Whether you're using them as primary or surround sound speakers, they deliver exceptional sound, solid build quality, and great value for the price. I highly recommend them to anyone looking to enhance their home theater system.

Having previously owned Energy Connoisseur bookshelves, I was worried these wouldn't be much of an upgrade, but I was wrong! Those now sound analytical compared to how much closer to the music I seem to get with the RP-600m II. Speakers have come a long way in the last decade and expectations are very high, so I understand if there are even cheaper speakers out there that perform close to the same and everyone is sick of seeing Klipsch everywhere. I also was hearing a lot of controversy or maybe just Klipsch burn-out in various forum comments, but these Reference Premier lines kick major ass. I mean this is Klipsch's high end offering, without being an over $2k boutique thing. The sound is BIG, both fairly open and very forward at the same time, great imaging, and has an American hi-fi "you are there" type of live Grado sound, but with much better frequency balance and perfect dynamics. For people concerned with the giant horns, the tweeter at the center is really only an inch and the receiver room correction actually ended up lifting the treble slightly, so I did not find them offensive in the slightest. Out of the box, they're more neutral than Klipsch traditionally has been, and take EQ very well (a sign of effortless reproduction and low distortion to begin with). The volumes they can hit with clarity with their high sensitivity are almost frightening. I have not had the nerve to get anywhere near distortion levels. They just rock super hard while still able to please an audiophile with the details, bring out plenty of the emotion of the recording and above all just want you to have access to a good time for less than a paycheck. I'm often looking forward to listening to them for hours, at any volume and at any time... as others have said, they play with good dynamics and still sound authoritative at low volume too. I've heard Sonus Faber and Genelec in showrooms, and Klipsch has definitely earned my respect at this price point.

These surround speakers were the final piece to complete my system. The improvement in surround sound was immediate effects, ambience, and movement now come from all around the room, creating a much more immersive experience. They perform great for movies and high quality music, and especially for gaming on my PlayStation 5, where it truly feels like you’re right in the center of the action. They blend perfectly with my Klipsch speakers and, powered by my Marantz Cinema 50, deliver clean, powerful, and balanced sound. Definitely an essential upgrade for a complete home theater.

These are the perfect size for my room (12x21 foot). They are probably the first set of speakers I've had that image at all. I combine them with a subwoofer to get all the bass I need, and am bi-amping them and using a MiniDSP flex to tune the EQ. The frequency response measures great in my room, without needing much EQ. They sound wonderful, with clear and precise sound. They're more than powerful enough to get the room to 96 dB, which is just insanely loud. The build quality is good - the reason I chose the Klipsch over KEF's Q1Meta is because there were many complaints for the KEF's build quality. The Klipsch speakers don't have any issues. I like the large cork pads that are integrated into the bottom of the speakers. While the wood finish is "just" patterned Vinyl, it looks good and seems reasonably durable for the purpose.

These speakers are amazing! Updated my 11'x11' office to include a 2 channel audio system featuring the Klipsch RP-600M II and so glad I did! Powered by a Marantz NR 1200 Receiver coupled with a Fluance RT85 Turntable, the sound of my vinyl has been transformed. The bright sound usually associated with Klipsch has been tamed with the RP-600II. Highly recommend, especially when on sale!

These truly amazing I have been enjoying these for 2 months I amazed of the realistic sound.

Probably classified as a low to moderate bookshelf speaker, I have been very satisified with the output and sound of the speakers after the initial breaking in time. I will say that the horn tweater is something that pertains to listening preferential. I am not a huge fan of the horn tweeter. But these speakers are worth the money, and aligned with a good subwoofer, can put out some serious sound. I wanted to add to my previous post. After 13 months of use, and some serious break-in time, I will have to say that these speakers, combined with my Klipsch 10" subwoofer have now turned into a serious addition to my system. Paired with the Denon 2800 AVR and changing speaker cables from 16 gauge cables to 12 gauge cables, it was like someone flipped on the switch of clarity. I was debated about unloadng these because I just did not like the horn tweeter. But now it is as if the overall bass and treble have separated and are much cleaner. I think I will keep these and build around them.