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Klipsch The Nines Walnut + RP-1600SW
Advanced Acoustics
The new high-performance Klipsch subwoofers worthy of the Reference Premiere moniker are built with our groundbreaking acoustic technology and are, pound for pound, some of the best subwoofers Klipsch has ever created.
Design Upgrades
Scratch resistant ebony vinyl finish looks like real wood and covers the entire cabinet. Rounded corners, shock-absorbing rubber feet, steel grille posts and a durable woven cloth grille ensure a premium aesthetic.
HI-RES SOUND, NO AVR NEEDED
Thanks to a custom engineered built-in amplifier, these powered speakers maximize sound output and quality — without connecting to an audio receiver. Featuring 192kHz / 24-bit decoding through all digital inputs, your Nines will flawlessly reproduce high resolution sounds straight from your TV, PC or streaming source.
CLASSIC KLIPSCH SOUND
With 1" titanium tweeters on Tractrix horns – proprietary Klipsch technology – you’re guaranteed stunningly precise acoustics. The larger 90° x 90° silicone composite horn stretches from edge to edge providing incredibly efficient transfer of high-frequency waves for crisp, clear sound.
ALL-NEW HIGH EXCURSION DRIVER
An 8" long-throw woofer, coupled with high performance Digital Signal Processing (DSP) and bi-amplification technology, create a bigger, bolder performance. Hear and feel powerful bass no matter the volume.
MOST POWERFUL
Outperforming all previous iterations of our Heritage Powered speakers, The Klipsch Nines Powered Speakers deliver 240 Watts of total system power, with a 480-watt peak.
KLIPSCH CONNECT APP ENABLED
- Custom EQ for professional-level tuning to set bass, mid-range, & treble down to the smallest detail
- Volume and speaker placement control
- Over-the-air firmware updates
- One-tap access to support
SIMPLE, VERSATILE CONNECTION
Alongside HDMI-ARC, The Nines come equipped with an integrated phono pre-amp, Bluetooth 5, digital optical, analog RCA and USB inputs, and a subwoofer output. Long story short: plug and play your way.
PREMIUM MATERIALS + UPDATED DESIGN
Handcrafted with genuine wood veneer and premium metal controls, each set of Nines is unique and timeless. Using a cork pad instead of rubber feet, the Nines can safely be placed on any surface without the risk of damage.
NEED A LIFT?
We've designed speaker stands to pair perfectly with your new set of Klipsch speakers or a number of other speakers you already have at home. Pick the perfect 24" height and hear music and movies the way they were meant to sound.
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Professional Reviews 91/100
Deliciously Crispy
Bass
93/100
Integration
90/100
Dynamics
91/100
Build Quality
87/100
Features Usability
88/100
Value for Money
89/100
Driven by deep, controlled bass and effortless punch, the Klipsch combo impresses with room-filling scale that stays clean even when pushed hard. HomeTheaterHifi and Audiophilepure praise its seamless blending, sharp definition, and dynamic composure, making it a serious contender for systems that want weight without muddle.
What Reviewers Are Saying
Pros
Delivers deep, weighty bass that remains clean and tightly controlled, even at high output.
Integrates smoothly with main speakers, adding heft and clarity without sounding detached or overbearing.
Has strong dynamic punch and stays composed under pressure, with reviewers noting it is hard to upset and can shake the room.
Offers practical setup features like adjustable crossover, front-firing port placement flexibility, and optional wireless expansion.
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Cons
Its large cabinet and 110-pound weight make unboxing and placement a two-person job.
Phase adjustment is limited to a 0/180-degree switch rather than fully variable control.
Assessments of Build Quality, Usability, and Overall Propositions.
Bass
93/100
Reviewers consistently praise deep, clean, and very well controlled bass. Francisco Licon describes 'impressive heft and weight,' quick low bass, and a clean sound, while Audiophilepure says bass was 'always sharp and distinct' with 'no overhang' and notes that even at the limit it stayed composed.
Integration
90/100
The strongest outcome language is about blending: the RP-1600SW 'blended so seamlessly' that it seemed the bookshelf speakers were providing much of the extra heft, and it added clarity without sounding out of place. Reviewers also say it is easy to add to almost any receiver or processor and that the front-firing port helps placement flexibility.
Dynamics
91/100
Dynamic performance gets strong praise for loud, effortless output and composure under stress. One review calls out impressive dynamics and says it is 'almost impossible to trip up,' while another notes it 'shook the room' and kept pace nimbly through demanding sequences.
Build Quality
87/100
Construction looks solid and thoughtfully executed. Reviewers mention the MDF enclosure, substantial cabinet, smooth large knobs, rubber feet for stability and decoupling, a woven cloth grille, and an 'all but bulletproof' protection scheme, though there is not a lot of long-term durability discussion.
Features Usability
88/100
Usability is a real strength here: the sub is easy to connect, offers adjustable crossover points from 40Hz to 140Hz, supports an optional WA-2 wireless kit, and benefits from a front-firing port that helps placement flexibility. The reviews frame these as practical setup advantages rather than just a spec sheet.
Value for Money
89/100
At the $1,799 asking price, reviewers still speak positively about the deal. One calls it 'a bargain at its price,' and another says the Reference Premier line is worth adding to the short list, which reads as strong value approval in this performance class.
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