Klipsch Reference Premiere RP-500M II Bookshelf Speaker - Ebony, Pair

American Horn-Loaded Legacy Delivers Concert Dynamics Home - Holiday Sale

• Brand/Model/Finish: Klipsch Reference Premiere RP-500M II - Ebony
• Condition: New In Box, factory sealed pair
• Retail: $549.99/pair - Holiday Sale Pricing
• Configuration: 2-way bookshelf with Tractrix horn-loaded tweeter
• Design: Second generation Reference Premiere with refined voicing
• What's Included: Professionally repackaged in original manufacturer carton with all inserts, accessories, manuals, etc. included
• Warranty: Backed by the manufacturer's original 5-year equipment warranty

Brand Heritage Section - From Arkansas Barn to Rock Concert Stages

In 1946, Paul W. Klipsch revolutionized audio in a tin shed in Hope, Arkansas, with a simple but radical idea: horn-loading dramatically increases speaker efficiency, dynamics, and clarity. His Klipschorn, still in production today, proved that live concert dynamics were possible at home. This obsession with lifelike dynamics continues in the Reference Premiere RP-500M II, bringing Klipsch's horn-loaded DNA to a compact bookshelf that delivers the visceral impact that makes live music thrilling.

The RP-500M II represents the evolution of Klipsch's Reference Premiere series, incorporating lessons learned from their flagship Heritage line. The "II" designation indicates significant improvements in crossover design, driver materials, and cabinet construction, addressing audiophile concerns while maintaining the dynamic excitement that defines Klipsch.

Technical Innovation

• 1" LTS Titanium Tweeter: Vented with phase plug
• 90×90 Tractrix Horn: Controlled directivity and efficiency
• 5.25" Cerametallic Woofer: Copper-infused for rigidity
• Linear Travel Suspension: Minimizes distortion
• All-New Crossover: Improved component quality
• Rear-Firing Port: Tractrix geometry for reduced turbulence

Brand Philosophy: Efficiency Equals Emotion

While competitors chase exotic materials and complex crossovers, Klipsch maintains that efficiency is the key to emotional engagement. High-efficiency speakers like the RP-500M II respond instantly to musical transients, reproducing the startling dynamics of snare hits, horn stabs, and vocal peaks that make music exciting. This 93dB sensitivity means even modest amplifiers can achieve concert levels, but also reveals the subtle details that get lost in less efficient designs.

Evolution: What Generation II Brings

• Refined Crossover: Premium capacitors and air-core inductors
• Improved Cabinet Bracing: Reduced resonance
• Updated Horn Geometry: Smoother frequency response
• Better Terminal Cup: Aluminum binding posts
• Furniture-Grade Finish: Scratch-resistant ebony vinyl

Geographic Context: American Sound for American Spaces

Designed and engineered in Indianapolis, Klipsch speakers reflect American listening preferences - dynamic, powerful, and engaging. The RP-500M II's horn-loaded design excels in typical American homes with open floor plans and multiple seating positions, providing consistent sound across a wide listening area. The ebony finish with copper accents maintains Klipsch's distinctive aesthetic while complementing modern décor.

Performance Specifications

• Frequency Response: 52Hz-25kHz ±3dB
• Sensitivity: 93dB @ 1W/1m
• Impedance: 8 ohms nominal
• Power Handling: 75W RMS/300W peak
• Crossover Frequency: 1,800Hz
• Dimensions: 13.25" × 7" × 9.5"
• Weight: 13.3 lbs each

Experience Live Performance Energy Today

The RP-500M II brings concert dynamics to spaces where floor-standers won't fit, delivering the chest-thumping bass and crystalline highs that make music physical, not just audible. This Holiday Sale pricing on new-in-box units makes Klipsch's legendary dynamics accessible to anyone seeking speakers that reproduce music's emotional power. Whether you're building your first serious system or adding legendary American engineering to your collection, these speakers deliver the live performance energy Klipsch has championed for 75 years.

Price is for one stereo pair - 2 speakers. 

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