Do I need an amplifier or receiver?

No. The R-40PM has built-in amplification, so you connect a source directly. One speaker houses the electronics and powers the other.

Can I connect a turntable?

Yes. There is a phono input for a moving-magnet turntable, so you do not need a separate phono stage.

Can I use them with a TV?

Only through analog or Bluetooth connections. There is no HDMI or optical input, so TV hookup is less convenient than on soundbars and some powered rivals.

Do they have a subwoofer output?

Yes, a subwoofer output lets you add a powered sub to fill in the low end the small woofers cannot reach.

How do they compare with Klipsch's larger powered models?

The bigger powered Reference models use larger woofers and play louder with more bass. The R-40PM trades that for a smaller footprint and simpler placement.

Are they good for a desktop?

Yes. Their compact size suits nearfield desk use, though the horn tweeter can sound bright at close range, so some toe-in adjustment helps.

Klipsch Reference R-40PM Powered Bookshelf Speakers with Bluetooth

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Klipsch Reference R-40PM Powered Bookshelf Speakers with Bluetooth

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Our take on the Klipsch Reference R-40PM Powered Bookshelf Speakers with Bluetooth

The Klipsch Reference R-40PM is a pair of powered bookshelf speakers with built-in amplification, so no separate receiver is needed. Each cabinet pairs a 1-inch aluminum tweeter in a Tractrix horn with a 4.5-inch spun-copper woofer, driven by a class-D amp. Bluetooth lets you stream from a phone or tablet, and line and phono inputs accept a turntable or TV directly. They suit small rooms and desks where a compact, simple two-piece system beats a soundbar, but they lack the room correction and streaming apps of pricier powered rivals.

Best forSmall rooms and apartmentsDesk and nearfield listeningTurntable setups without a receiverPhone and Bluetooth streaming

Pros

Built-in amplification, no receiver needed
Horn-loaded tweeter gives lively, dynamic sound
Phono input for a turntable
Bluetooth streaming built in
Compact two-piece cabinet design

Cons

Bass is limited by the 4.5-inch woofers
No HDMI or optical input for TV use
No app-based EQ or room correction
Needs a nearby outlet for each speaker

Klipsch Reference R-40PM Powered Bookshelf Speakers with Bluetooth prices at every store

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What reviewers say

Owners of Klipsch's powered Reference speakers describe a bright, punchy sound with strong dynamics for the size. The horn tweeter divides listeners: some love the detail, others find it forward on harsh recordings.

What people mention

TrebleMixedThe horn tweeter is detailed and lively, but some listeners find it forward on bright recordings.
BassMixedOwners say the 4.5-inch woofers give punchy midbass but run out of depth on bass-heavy music.
SetupPraisedBuyers like that the built-in amps mean no receiver and a quick hookup.
InputsMixedThe phono and Bluetooth inputs are welcome, but there is no optical or HDMI for a TV.
BuildPraisedOwners describe the cabinets as solid and well finished for the size.

About the Klipsch Reference R-40PM Powered Bookshelf Speakers with Bluetooth

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Questions and answers

Do I need an amplifier or receiver?: No. The R-40PM has built-in amplification, so you connect a source directly. One speaker houses the electronics and powers the other.
Can I connect a turntable?: Yes. There is a phono input for a moving-magnet turntable, so you do not need a separate phono stage.
Can I use them with a TV?: Only through analog or Bluetooth connections. There is no HDMI or optical input, so TV hookup is less convenient than on soundbars and some powered rivals.
Do they have a subwoofer output?: Yes, a subwoofer output lets you add a powered sub to fill in the low end the small woofers cannot reach.
How do they compare with Klipsch's larger powered models?: The bigger powered Reference models use larger woofers and play louder with more bass. The R-40PM trades that for a smaller footprint and simpler placement.
Are they good for a desktop?: Yes. Their compact size suits nearfield desk use, though the horn tweeter can sound bright at close range, so some toe-in adjustment helps.
Where is the Klipsch Reference R-40PM Powered Bookshelf Speakers with Bluetooth cheapest?: At Walmart, for $410.24, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the Klipsch Reference R-40PM Powered Bookshelf Speakers with Bluetooth?: Rated 3.2 out of 5 from 6 ratings.