Klipsch

Klipsch R-50PM

The Klipsch R-50PM lands as a solid mid-range home audio speaker, built around Powered speaker.

57/100
Solid pick
Overall score · how we rate
Powered speaker3-wayBlackPairRear-firingLinear Travel Suspension (LTS) aluminum
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Why we rate it

  • Active (powered)
  • Ported (bass reflex)
  • RCA in
  • Below-average woofer count
Score profile

Where the Klipsch R-50PM wins and loses

Scored against the home audio speakers class
FormDriversConnectionsDesign83608383
Form factor
83
Drivers
60
Connections (active models)
83
Design
83
Full specification

Specifications

Grouped · supported features marked in blue

Form factor

Form factorPowered speaker
Active (powered)Yes
Sold asPair
Ported (bass reflex)Yes
Port positionRear-firing

Drivers

N-way design3
Tweeter count1
Tweeter typeLinear Travel Suspension (LTS) aluminum
Woofer count1
Woofer size50.8 mm
Woofer materialCopper-spun TCP

Frequency response

Frequency low55 Hz

Connections (active models)

Bluetoothtrue
RCA inYes
Subwoofer outYes
Phono inputYes

Design

Weight (each)12 kg
Cabinet materialWood
FinishBlack
Grille includedYes
Head to head

Klipsch R-50PM vs Klipsch Klipsch RP-8000F

Highlighted cell = better in that row
FormDriversConnectionsDesign
Klipsch R-50PMKlipsch RP-8000F
 KlipschKlipsch R-50PMThis pageKlipschKlipsch RP-8000F
Overall score57 /100Better55 /100
Form factorPowered speakerFloorstanding
Way3
Freq low55 Hz
Who it's for

Is the Klipsch R-50PM right for you?

Buy it if
Buyers on a budget

Anyone who needs a dependable home audio speaker for the essentials without overspending.

Skip it if
Skip it if

You need reference-grade sound and features, in which case a higher-tier home audio speaker is the better call.

Critical listener
Cares about detail, tuning and codec support.
okay
Everyday listener
Music, calls and commuting, wants a safe all-rounder.
good
Value seeker
Wants the most sound for the least outlay.
okay
Common questions

Before you buy

Is the Klipsch R-50PM worth it?

It depends on what you need. It scores 57/100 against other home audio speakers, a solid mid-range result where the class average is around 51.

What stands out on the Klipsch R-50PM?

Its active (powered) stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.

How does it compare to the Bang & Olufsen Beosound 2 (3rd Gen)?

The Bang & Olufsen Beosound 2 (3rd Gen) scores 58/100 versus this one at 57/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.