BEST Speakers for Music and Movies! KLIPSCH 8000F Tower Speaker Review
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► KLIPSCH RP-8000F REVIEW
Best speakers for music and movies! Klipsch 8000F Tower Speaker Review
We are huge fans of Klipsch in our house. We own the Heresy IVs and are even lucky enough to be spending some time with a new pair of La Scalas. But the question on our mind is, just how good are the Klipsch RP-8000F speakers? Are these Klipsch tower speakers the best large speakers for hifi and home theater? Is the 8000F the ultimate affordable high end speaker? We take a look at the Klipsch Reference Premiere speakers in our latest review.
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I think the looks are way too understated for what these provide. I would love to see the same exact look except with a gloss white finish while keeping the front black and copper. They do need to figure out a way to separate these speakers from the Reference line, as the differences are much bigger then people can expect while the price isn’t as big in difference. Maybe even rename the entire RP line altogether. But design. Make it standout from the other lines of speakers. I love the 8000s, they’re incredible speakers.
to elevate it I think it needs some internal bracing and be turned into a 2.5 way instead of a 2 way.
@@gavriushka 100% agree with you!
@@snowrang3r657 Hmm, I think excess bracing would change their sound.
@@andrewrobinsonreviews that's true, even if they are resonating that's part of their signature.
Andrew, here we are two years later and even with the new mark 2 being a more refined speaker, in my opinion, buying a pair of these today at $999, they are a great bargain or to quote you, “an insane value”, for music or home theater. This was another one of your many outstanding reviews.
Your review was a big reason I ordered these. I smile every time I listen to them. Thanks for your awesome videos!
I just got my pair of Klipsch RP 8000f a week ago, and i couldnt be happier with the sound quality of these speakers! Thanks for the tip, much appreciated! 😃
Because of YOU I have bought them. They are now paired with a NAD C368. They sing, dance and display an extreme holographic sound for me! Thanks for eloquent reviews, I agree also on the lower volume listening!! (I’m used to crank up my music... not so much now)
KLIPSCH 8000F Affordable check, nice looking check, kick ass check, versatility check, tonality check, Thank you Klipsch for giving to the masses nice products that normal Joe can afford and not ripping our skin for our hobby.as some other manufactures do.Thanks to Andrew for reviewing great gear that people can actually buy without selling a kidney.
Love this comment...✅
Tonality 😂even my 20 years old Canton Ergo RC-l blows the RP series away.
Andrew, you deliver some of the best reviews on this platform. Thank you.
Hey Andrew, this was a great review and has me considering these towers in the future. However, what really impressed me here was your vocabulary and wordsmithing. I found myself stopping midway through the video to just say damn, this guy is a true professional. The presentation and format here was next level and I just wanted to say how much I appreciate that. Keep up the great content!
Having purchased a set of RP-8000F 2nd hand 2 weeks ago, I'm happy to see this review :-)
Excellent review as always Andrew
Thanks for validating a purchase I made about 9 months ago. I’m extremely satisfied with my 8000Fs, but upon seeing the brown ones in this video, I almost regret not getting them in said color. You’re absolutely right- the imaging after proper toe-in is unreal.
Good review brother. We love them. Over 50 pairs installed. They are so responsive to RTA calibration.
Oh man, so excited to see you drop a new video! Your presentation and even cadence of speech is so engaging. I am currently debating what speakers to buy for movies/video games. I have waffled everywhere from sound bars to floor speakers to powered book shelf etc. I still have no idea but your videos have been objectively the most useful piece of information I have consumed. Thank you Andrew and Kristi!
Thank you so much and we appreciate you watching!
My favorite review so far! Thank you! Just scored extra points with the Mrs. on the purchase validation.😄
Andrew while orientating on new towers i came across your review. Then i started comparing reviews. Now a new proud owner of these towers. And you did not lie one single bit. I am in love, and in my opinion the slight warm mids give my vintage vinyl that little extra warmth they need.
Omg, this one really hits home. I'm still rocking some 1999ish Klipsch Synergy KSF 10.5 towers. A 2-way tower with Tractix horn tweeter and dual 8in woofers. I guess they are definitely the ancestors of the 8000s in your review and so much of what you said is how I feel about them. I have always powered them with a 100wpc Carver TFM-15 that I purchased new in the early 90s.
Thanks for reminding me to appreciate this hobby a little more often than I have been lately!
Andrew, the quality and content of your videos is by far some of the best out there. Thank you so much for the breath of fresh air! Happy Thanksgiving!
Wow, thank you and happy Thanksgiving to you too!
Such a well rounded review, thanks Andrew. I’m seriously interested in these now. Seems such good value and I like the fact that they still perform at lower volumes.
They're a great speaker at low volumes, almost as good as our Heresy IVs and LaScala speakers. Seriously, at 50-70dB they're just so good!
They’re not good.
just bought them. CAN'T WAIT TO HEAR IT!!!
In the process of buying these and this review just helped me understand what I am getting even more.
I also have a pair of Ebony 8000s and absolutely love them.
Your reviews are absolutely top notch. Brilliant job.
Much appreciated!
Just purchased the Klipsch Reference Dolby Atmos Surroubd System from Costco.These tower speakers a notch (or two) below the RP 8000's but your review on these, along with dozens of your videos, really helped me in my purchase. Big Thank you for helping me get into the hobby Andrew and Kristi!
Super happy I found your channel, I'll be watching!
I've had these speakers for about a year and a half and have been very pleased with them. Using them for home theater and two channel music listening.
My Klipsch RP8000Fs will be here tomorrow! Can't wait!! Pairing with the RP504C and 2 SVS pb-1000 pros for my front stage. All powered with the Yamaha rx-a3080.
Hi Andrew, thanks for making this video it was quite enjoyable, and thanks for answering all the comments below in such a timely manor. I bought these speakers with a Klipsch 404 center about 6 months ago, and picked up the RP600M's for the rears about 2 months later and enjoy listening to them with all kinds of music and movies. I have seen the reviews mentioned below showing the gap at the crossover at about 1750hz. What I did was go into the equalizer in my receiver (Yamaha RX V485) and kicked up the HZ 2 clicks at the 1000hz level which I believe goes half way up to the next adjustment of 2500hz to cover the 1750hz drop down point. I also clicked up the 400hz 1 notch to blend it out. Now when switching the equalizer from off to on with vocals and instruments playing it seems to give it all a much smother more balanced sound. Not that one sound is better but switching it on puts a smile on my face, and I didn't have to pay a penny for the change. I'm not saying this does the same as changing the crossovers, adding a midrange or putting in more higher end components which would have drastically increased the price but you may give it a try and see what you think.
Another great review. I must admit I'm a Klipsch devotee and a proud owner of the Klipsch RF-82II. I've been thinking of changing/upgrading my speakers to the 8000F's and your review has made that decision easier. Klipsch for life!! Favorite side dish is: Yams
Hey James, I also own the rf-82ii and think about upgrading. Can you tell the difference when you got your 8000s. Thanks a lot!
Great review, as always... Keep up the amazing work! 😉👍
Live Jazz recordings and Jazz LP's sound absolutely amazing on these. Hi-Res Audio as well.
I just purchased these speakers and they were delivered on 11/24/20. I haven't opened them yet, I can't wait to hear them. I upgraded from some klipsch rb-61ii bookshelf speakers.
Another great review, Andrew. Thanks for sharing.
Nice review as always. Bought Heresy IV's yesterday. Can't wait for them to be delivered. One of the best gifts to myself ! 😍
Enjoy 'em. What are you using for power?
@@andrewrobinsonreviews Leak stereo 130 for now.
Love these reviews lol! Glad i found this channel
We're glad you found us too!
Just ordered them and your review really helped!! one of the best reviews. can't wait for them to arrive
I got mine in December. Love them.
Finally!!!! Watching this on my brand new RP-8000F-PB!!!!! Along with a brand new Parasound Hint 6. Haven’t even had a chance to really open them up yet, but already incredible and looking forward to turning up the dial!!!
I was waiting for this review for a long time now.
I hope it was worth the wait. Thanks for watching!
You bet it was! Great review as always you guys. I would also like to see how these compare to Kef Q950.
Anyways happy holidays and stay safe!
Really love both the minimalistic look of the room and the quality of the videos.
Thank you!
I have these since a week and it is an absolute blast!!! I stream Qobuz through a chromecast stereo with an external DAC (shiit dac modi 3) and my beautiful Reisong Boyuu A10 tube amplifier (direct wired) at only a few watts per channel. I couldn’t be happier!
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Thanks for this! I'm looking to move from an ancient 5.1 system to a modern 2-channel system that will mostly be played at lower volumes, and you gave me the reassurance I needed to bite the bullet on these guys.
Great review!👍 I recently purchased a pair of RP-280F on a closeout sale,abd they replaced an older pair of Fisher speakers from 1987. I am most pleased in their sound!
I just bought the RP 5000F and am extremely happy with them. But I do think they require just adjustment with placement. Thanks for the suggestion!
Great loudspeakers, I appreciate them every day (my neighbours appreciate them too, at least I hope)
Hey, How does feel the Bass ? Is ist strong Enough or is a subwoofer necessary?
@@xxleonxx187 They definitely have much better and lower bass responce than usual tower speakers in their price, also very lively and detailded highs and overall very pleasant sound that puts smile on face and I can't stop to listen song after song. The only problem is that some tracks have so much bass that my small room can't handle.
Haha I've gotten a warning already from one of my neighbors. With my sub, it feels like an earthquake is hitting my condo when I play hip hop or Electronica. Love my 8000F and 600m
I have a set of 8000's paired with a cayin s200. They sound amazing together. I live in a small house so the volume never needs to go up very high, the quality at low volume I find truly spectacular.
Great review! I have these for my hifi and you perfectly echo my assessment. I picked piano black to give it a more premium look to (try to) match its performance. I think they are an unbeatable value. From jazz at dinner to ripping off my face for dessert, these speakers do it all well.
Great review as always. Thanks for posting.
Thanks for watching!
Wow! Terrific review. Thanks for identifying a gem.
Glad you enjoyed it!
Pick up a pair of these about 3 months ago to replace a set of Bose Acoustimass 5 series 2. Andrew, you are so correct about the placement of these speakers. I have them in a finished basement and the left speaker is closer to a wall that is to the left of it and I heard more base coming from the left. I moved everything to the right about four feet and it improved. It’s not as bad at moderate volume. It really evens out when the volume is at 25%. Still great speakers. If I completely rearrange the basement I could fix the problem. It was your review that sparked my interest in these speakers. Thanks!
I got 2 of those, matched with a SVS-SB2000Pro.
3/4 is Home theatre, 1/4 is Musik. I love this setup!
What a Wordsmith!!!!
Amazing professional review!!!!
This review put the 8000F's at the top of my list to demo.
Not only did the review put them on the top of my list, I bought me a pair and love them.
I truly love how you go over Audio issues. Even, taking the time for 5.1 avr systems like my Harmon Kardon AVR- 5. It's old, no HDMI cable inserts, no fiber optic inputs, but it sounds pretty nice with my Optimus bookshelf speaker for center, also two 1970s HPM-40 pioneer 3 ways and a middle of the road sub -woofer
Thank you for this. I am really considering getting this now, wow. Great video, thank you
Beauty. I did a ton of research prior to buying some loudpeakers for dual usage. I ended up with kilpsch RP6000f's, and matching center channel. Both in walnut finish. They are fantastic sounding, but also add a gorgeous visual que to my living room. Next to my 75" TV, they dont look out of place size wise. Funny enough, before even hearing them, most people immediately say "wow!" when they see them!
Curious if you considered the 5000F? I'm looking to pair with an 65" TV.
Great review as always
Thank you!
Hey guys, great review as usual! I recently purchased a pair of these speakers for my 2ch setup & have paired them with a Yamaha R-N803 D which i keep in the Pure Direct setting.
I am totally blown away by the whole sound of this system with everything! Vinyl, CD, FM Radio, Internet Radio..... Everything!
Glad you like them!
Thanks for this review. These will be my next set of speakers.
And Thanksgiving is my favorite holiday, by far. Everything is great to eat!
ive got the older model rp 280f which is almost the same with the rp 8000f. still loving them and your review just made me more happier on this rp series speakers from klipsch. money worth spent.
i have them too. they dont have the best stage i must say but clearity, bass management is great..
I couldn't agree more with your entire review. I love my 8000's. I do Not use a sub for theater because the bass is so solid and deep, my neighbor know what movie I watched each night.
~peace~
Andrew,
Great review! About a year ago I started looking for replacements for my Snell Acoustics XA and Dahlquist dq-10’s and unplanned trip to Best Buy happened me upon their “HIFI Room” where I encountered the Klipsch rp 8000f I wasn’t really pleased with the wood grain veneer and was about to walk out when the salesman walked in and said let me get those turned on for you. What I was hearing truly caught me off guard the positioning and setup was absurd but I keep thinking I think these could be really good! Went home did a bit if research and found out Klipsch builds these in piano black. I reached out to Safe and Sound and thought let’s give this a go. When they arrived the finish is very pleasing and much more audiophile stature. I have many different power sources but ultimately paired them with a NAD C388 As you said positioning is everything with these and the imaging is fantastic. The value for money aspect has me believing that these are the best thing to happen to me in this lousy Year 2020.
Thanks for this one. I ordered 2 of these today because of your review. It's just what I need.
I hope you enjoy it!
My favorite turkey day side dish is my grandmother's cornbread dressing which I plan to make for the first time tomorrow. Here's hoping I don't ruin it! Happy Thanksgiving, everyone!
For stereo listening, I have a pair of RP-280F which is the prior generation of the RP-8000F; the 8000s have vented tweeters that help to turn the highs less harsh but the 280s sound as beautiful but require more work in the tow-in as you cannot put them directly towards you or you pay the price of harsh highs. I dare to say the 8000s and the 280s sound as good as many high end speakers for a fraction of the price; the music is so alive and the sound image (soundstage) is clearly 3D with good recordings; the sepakers dissappear and you just "see" the musicians in your listening room; they are THAT GOOD.
I have the 8000f I watched many reviews about the 280 I agree with you with there performance. l think they are very similar nice comment👍
Thank you. Will be upgrading to these.
Great review. Good to see a fair review of Klipsch. I have the predecessor RP-280F and RC-62ii center and have been toying with moving away from Klipsch (maybe Martinlogan 40i or XT60i), but then I see reviews like this that show how Klipsch often punch's above its class and it makes me pause on whether I will get much improvement by switching.
Great job keep up your great work 👍.
I treat my 8000;s with dignity and respect they sound amazing with my Sumo audio amp and State of the art technics Su-a 200 pre amplifier thanks for the review
I have RP8000fs and a 504c for a HT setup. They’re great speakers. Good bass and good clarity. I run them full range because I have no sub at the moment. I will be upgrading to RF7iii’s and using the rp8000fs as rears 🤩
I paired my RP-8000f with an Rogers Sound Labs 10Smk2 Speed Woofer and was quite pleased with the results!
Great video Andrew and Kristy! I love to pair speakers with nice sealed subwoofers like a Sunfire. Then, proper room treatment and positioning. Gravy and mashed potatoes are some of my favorites!
Sunfire did make some great subs! One vote for mashed potatoes and gravy ✅
The vocabulary on this guy! Nice review :)
I bought these about a month ago to replace my klipsch 820-f's..these things are fn awesome
Awesome review Andrew.
Great Speakers I have a pair
Good review it helps me a lot. Greets from Germany
glad to see Andrew still reviewing though Pandemic, and look forward to more! New look glasses ta boot! Hip
Another amazing review Andrew, love the amount of effort you put into making your videos and refining them. I think you should review the Polk s60e's next. I bet it would be an amazing review🙂
Great review
Great show, love it! Could you please review the Klipsh RF7IIIs!?
My 8000s is paired with a NAD399.
Fantastic, and the ability to listen at low volume with quick and punchy bass is incredible. ACDC to Vivaldi, together with movie soundtracks - all is just taken in its stride .
my klipsch mahogany main speakers/center blend into my home decor flawlessly,the copper is an added bonus.i couldn't find a matching sub so i went with the polk 12" in mahogany.i don't want a giant black box in the middle of my living room,i love this combination.too bad they have no mahogany atmos so i mounted a set of monitor audio atmos in white on the wall that bend in to my rear wall perfectly. i upgraded from my 30+ year old bachelor gear that was primarily for loud rock music.now i'm refoaming the whole set for my dedicated music room,and hopefully get another 30 years out of them.they cost me a small fortune back in the early 90's,but they suck for home theater application.
I've had the 6000f's about a month and toe in is important to these speakers. Bass can be crazy boomy with some source material, almost unbearable at times, just have to turn the bass down and pull away from the the wall more. Very great value, incredible sound at low volumes and huge sound at high. Never maxed out but I'd never push it that loud for fear of the room collapsing!! I'd recommend these to anyone. Had the RP 600m's and loved them, however, just not enough mid bass for me.
Andrew your videos are some of the finest reviews out there, your style, knowledge and verbage are second to none, keep it up.
Nice to read this! I’m waiting for delivery of 2 6000f’s. They were a lot less cash than the 8000f’s and when I did a side by side comparison, I thought, I can live with slightly less power. I know they will be so much better than my stock Onkyo front left and right speakers. Cheers.
The only person that has to like the sound of your system is you. Love that!
Great comment about the options on finishes in the RP line. I’ve always thought so myself.😊
I’ve been a huge fan of Klipsch for many years now. I’ve owned 3 of their lines and am completely satisfied with the Reference Premier line. Clarity and treble are perfectly bright and balanced for me. I’ve heard the complaints from the “too harsh” haters but have never understood it. These are perfect for me.
Got 8060 variant of these notably deeper cabinet to accommodate atmos and heavy as hell it self!
Hooked em up to sony str-za3100es I love how they sound,600c center is on its way so I am slowly building 5.2.4 atmos setup for my self.
This is my first klipsch ever and doing research I was afraid about brightness and "smile" curved sound,
But coming from yamaha tsr-5830 and older JBL es80bk towers klipsch sound tighter thru out and bass response surprised me hits hard tight...excellent.
Keeping yamaha for now it is HDMI linked to sony and act as musiccast/tidal/deezer box and I hope it can drive last two atmos speakers.
Recently bumped on to this channel great stuff to watch and listen 👍👌.
I was so interested in these towers, but already had the pair of Klipsch Atmos speakers. Happy to hear you had a good experience!
Side dish - I make an apple, sausage stuffing. It's basically a meal on its own, but I'm a big fan of anything with gravy on it. I'm trying a brussel sprout, dried cranberry, goat cheese salad today to give a little color to the meal without doing the green bean thing.
I've owned a ton of multi-thousand dollar speakers, and since I no longer sit in my perfectly positioned chair, playing my freshly vacuumed record on a multi-thousand dollar turntable, smoking a cigar, and drinking scotch; I'm more about value now. I don't miss the million-dollar setups, which is good, I can't afford them anymore anyhow. I wouldn't change anything on these if it would increase the price. Based on your review, these are already the best bang for the buck and each additional dollar is probably past the starting point of diminishing returns. A nicer finish might be nice, but I'd just be thrilled at the quality sound-wise at under $1k
Great review as always! Rational analysis!
Many prominent brands throw harshness and fatigue onto your face and name it as detail and clarity , there you have it! You have so called perfect speakers for music!
Bread and I have made it 40 years now. I have the 280FA, 280F, 450C, 550, 600, and twin 150 subs with a Marantz SR8015 (7.2.4) and I did not have to rewire my house! I love my system as does my wife (the important critic). It took time to dial in but I go to shows just to hear how good my system sounds in comparison. My sister's system which I installed is Triton reference, with 1000 side and 680's on top with their monster sub and the Macintosh pre and amps (5.3.4). It is more refined (Classical and organ) but for pure joy I take mine. As an addition: Replace the iron coils with air (Gets rid of the slur), go to the $20 caps (cleans up 4%) and get rid of the steel in the connects (Copper to copper and gets one to that last 2%). Yes, I am a geek.
I tried the 8000 F and yes they are large and can over take the room. To my ears, I felt like I was driving 67 Camero on the drag strip. I ended up with Monitor Audio Silver 500. Now I’m driving a 67 Mercedes cruising down the road with a smile on my face.
Hey, at the end of the day you have to go with what works for you.
I wish you could review the gen II version. Side by side, the new one has more of a sense of openness, and seems smoother on the low end. Noticeable improvement in the tweeter - no harshness at all. More well behaved than other Klipsch towers outside of the Heritage models. I liked them so much that I ordered a pair. I would also like you to review the RF7 III.
Having these guys with my Marantz PM 7000N stereo amplifier and they sound absolutely gorgeous!
Thanks for this awesome video Andrew ! i'm used to pro audio gear ( neumann, tannoy, focal ).
This will be my 1st pair of HiFi speakers ever, it's never too late.
This is hands down the BEST review EVER of anything!!!!!! You made me want to buy it!!! In fact, I think I will. My sub just went out and this is just as good excuse as any. Bravo!!!!!
It’s Andrew’s fault. After watching his review a few times I ordered a pair! Love the damn things!
what should Klipsch do to elevate these speakers- simple, add a separate mid range driver. That way, the dual 8's could be used for more dedicated bass. Edit- since purchasing a pair of the 8000's, I'm amazed at the low end these produce. I saw "dual 8" woofers" and thought, bass will be light/midrange muddied. But, to my surprise, not so. At the extreme upper limit of the woofers, they get shy, but not severely. And kick? Lol! You said it, Andrew- like a Clydesdale! Paired with my vintage Sony STR-V5, throwing full bass and loudness at them, they will rattle windows 2 floors away in my house. I'm used to 3 way, 12" woofer speakers, and these 8000's more than hold their own against them. Very impressed is an understatement. Great review, Andrew! 👍🏼
this is why I love my old rf83's
I am waiting for some RP-280FA's to arrive along with a full compliment of surrounds and sub.
So thanks for the review of a very similar speaker.
How are the 280fa's? I found some on sale and thought about picking them up to pair with my monolith 16" and infinity rc263.
Thank you for the great review. Would love for you to review the RF7III and hear your thoughts on a comparison of the two.
I have been a big fan of Klipsch for years and their speakers are all I have in my setup.
Great review it definitely rates this speaker as a Best Buy and even better than more expensive speakers.
Great review, I’m tempted! 😱😁👍🏻