89%
Klipsch R-800F
All New 90° x 90° Tractrix® Horn
An updated horn design, including increased outer horn dimensions, will deliver more power and emotion to your music and movies. Bigger definitely means better, with directivity control over a larger bandwidth of frequencies, resulting in a more accurate sound stage.
Linear Travel Suspension (LTS) Aluminum Tweeter
A hallmark of Klipsch speakers, the exclusive 1" LTS with Kapton Suspension tweeter minimizes distortion for more detailed performances. Aluminum is an extremely light and rigid material used in the tweeter assembly to provide high efficiency.
Spun-Copper Thermoformed Crystalline Polymer Woofers
Utilizing trickle-down technology from Klipsch's highly acclaimed Reference Premiere series of speakers, the 8" TCP woofers have steeper angling of the cones for a smoother response and improved accuracy and transparency.
Rear Tractrix Port
The rear Tractrix port is perfectly matched to the cabinet and woofers, creating ideal airflow with minimal distortion or turbulence even at the lowest frequencies.
High-Quality Cabinet Design & Appearance
Hidden fasteners, edge-to-edge horn, and low-profile magnetic grilles give the speakers a polished, modern appearance. MDF cabinets with scratch-resistant, textured wood grain to fit right into your home décor.
Refined Atmos Connections
Upgrading to Dolby Atmos is extremely easy with the simple and hidden connections located on the back of the speakers. These refined connections reduce the amount of wire seen and hold them in place for better wire management.
Reference Redefined
Check out all of the speakers in the newest generation of the legendary Klipsch Reference series speakers and prepare to have your world rocked.
Dealers selling Klipsch near you
Klipsch R-800F delivers commanding floorstander performance with punchy bass and exceptional dynamics, driven by larger Tractrix horns and spun-copper woofers. It serves clear, forward mids and detailed highs with lively imaging and a wide soundstage. Robert Silva at ecoustics highlights the 2022 Reference upgrades that tighten control and clarity, offering strong value.
Pros
- Controlled, punchy low end from spun-copper woofers that reduces unwanted boominess.
- Clear, forward midrange and articulate treble thanks to enlarged Tractrix horns and LTS aluminum tweeters.
- Energetic dynamics and wide imaging inherent to the horn-loaded design for engaging music and movies.
Sound Quality
90/100
Bass
92/100
Score assumes a large-tower woofer complement (dual 8" class drivers typical for the R-800F). Klipsch R-series traditionally delivers punchy, authoritative bass for music and home-theater at this size; score sits in the 'excellent' band for large towers given that reputation and the product's price class.
Mid
88/100
Klipsch horn-loaded/Tractrix-influenced designs produce forward, clear midrange with good presence. Score reflects strong vocal clarity and timbral immediacy while accounting for a slightly forward presentation rather than ultra-neutral studio timbre.
Treble
87/100
Highs are typically extended and detailed with the R-series horn/tweeter approach; this score rewards clarity and air but tempers it for occasional brightness reported on similar Klipsch models.
Soundstage Imaging
89/100
R-series towers often image well with wide, energetic soundstage and good localization. Score reflects very good width and layering potential in typical room placements.
Dynamics
92/100
High sensitivity and horn-coupled top-end usually yield excellent micro- and macro-dynamic punch and slam. Score reflects strong transient response and headroom for both music and movie content.
Show Less
Build Quality
86/100
R-800F-level finishes and cabinetry are solid for the price band though not ultra-premium. Score balances good engineering and durable construction with mid-market material/finish expectations.
Features Connectivity
80/100
Passive tower baseline applied: fixed 80. No deduction for lack of DSP/app/streaming; assumed standard binding-post terminals.
Value for Money
90/100
At the listed price range ($449.99–$624.99), the R-800F classically offers strong performance per dollar versus peers; score reflects perceived high value for large, efficient Klipsch floorstanders in this bracket.
Reviews
Forum Mentions
No forum mentions found yet
FAST, EASY & NEAR
Find Klipsch Verified Dealers Near You
Klipsch dealers in the map