Does the RF-7 III need a powerful amplifier?

No. Its high sensitivity means modest power goes a long way. Low-wattage tube amps can drive it, though a clean amp with headroom still helps.

Is it good for home theater?

Yes. The high efficiency and horn dynamics suit movie soundtracks, and it pairs naturally with Klipsch center and surround speakers.

How does it compare with the RF-7 II?

The III adds a redesigned phase plug, a new 90° x 90° Tractrix horn with rubber damping and new Tractrix ports for cleaner highs and less port noise.

Will it sound bright?

The horn tweeter is detailed and can sound forward in reflective rooms. Warmer amplification, toe-in and soft furnishings usually tame it.

What finishes does it come in?

Wood-grain vinyl cabinets with a satin painted baffle.

One floorstanding loudspeaker. Speaker cable and amplifier are not included.

Where can I buy the Klipsch RF-7 III Floorstanding Loudspeaker?

14 stores we checked sell it, including All Elite Audio, Amazon, Walmart, Best Buy, Crutchfield.

Klipsch RF-7 III Floorstanding Loudspeaker

Q: Where is the Klipsch RF-7 III Floorstanding Loudspeaker cheapest?

At All Elite Audio, for $2,449.00, as of our latest check.

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What reviewers say

Owners praise the RF-7 III for its effortless dynamics, high efficiency and build quality. Many say it plays loud with little power and sounds exciting for movies and rock. Some listeners find the horn treble forward and want warmer amplification or room treatment.

What people mention

SensitivityPraisedOwners say it reaches loud levels with low-power amplifiers.
TrebleMixedSome find the horn detailed and lively; others call it forward or bright.
DynamicsPraisedListeners describe big, punchy sound for movies and rock.
SizeCriticisedThe tall, heavy cabinet needs a large room and careful placement.
BuildPraisedBuyers rate the cabinet and US assembly highly.

About the Klipsch RF-7 III Floorstanding Loudspeaker

The Klipsch RF-7 III is a two-way, horn-loaded floorstanding loudspeaker. It pairs a 1.75-inch titanium diaphragm compression driver with two 10-inch Cerametallic cone woofers. The cabinet is made in Hope, Arkansas, and the speaker is designed and made in the USA with domestic and imported components.

The compression driver has a new phase plug design that improves phase coherency at the throat of the horn. It sits on a 90° x 90° Tractrix horn with a circular throat and a square mouth. The horn is molded from compressed rubber, which adds high-frequency damping.

The enclosure is split into two chambers, so each woofer and its port work independently. Two rear-firing Tractrix ports provide the bass-reflex loading. Each woofer has a cast aluminum frame and a dual shorting-ring magnet structure. The speaker is highly sensitive and works with low-wattage amplifiers.

Design

Two-way, horn-loaded floorstanding loudspeaker

Tweeter

1.75 in (4.45 cm) titanium diaphragm compression driver

Horn

8.5 in square, 90° x 90° Tractrix horn

Woofers

Two 10 in (25.4 cm) Cerametallic cone woofers with cast aluminum frames

Enclosure

Dual chambered, bass reflex via dual rear-firing Tractrix ports

Crossover

1,300 Hz