Klipsch
RP-500C II Reference Premiere Center Channel Speaker
A entry-level home audio speaker for listeners who care how it sounds, leading with Center Channel Speaker.
50/100
Center Channel SpeakerBlackCeramic Wood
£349best price at Amazon
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Why we rate it
- Scores 50/100
- Built for the job
- No active (powered)
Score profile
Scored against the home audio speakers classWhere the RP-500C II Reference Premiere Center Channel Speaker wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Form factor
Form factorCenter Channel Speaker
Design
Cabinet materialCeramic Wood
FinishBlack
Head to head
Highlighted cell = better in that rowRP-500C II Reference Premiere Center Channel Speaker vs Q Acoustics Q Acoustics QB12 Subwoofer
RP-500C II Reference Premiere Center Channel SpeakerQ Acoustics QB12 Subwoofer
| KlipschRP-500C II Reference Premiere Center Channel SpeakerThis page | Q AcousticsQ Acoustics QB12 Subwoofer | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 50 /100 | 50 /100 |
| Form factor | Center Channel Speaker | — |
Who it's for
Is the RP-500C II Reference Premiere Center Channel Speaker 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 active (powered), 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.
good
Common questions
Before you buy
Is the RP-500C II Reference Premiere Center Channel Speaker worth it?
It depends on what you need. It scores 50/100 against other home audio speakers, a entry-level result where the class average is around 51.
What stands out on the RP-500C II Reference Premiere Center Channel Speaker?
Its overall 50/100 rating against the rest of the home audio speakers class.
How does it compare to the Diamond SW150 Subwoofer?
The Diamond SW150 Subwoofer scores 51/100 versus this one at 50/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
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