Neither Klipsch R-15M nor Polk Audio T15 were recommended by experts this month
On 2 Apr 2024 (16 days ago) we went through 80 Speakers expert endorsements , however neither Klipsch R-15M nor Polk Audio T15 were included in any of those recommendations. Since neither Speakers received a single endorsement, as far as expert recommendations go, it's technically a tie. We do, however, recommend taking a look at Kef LS50 or other critically acclaimed Bookshelf Speakers of this month.
For reference, Kef LS50 received 5 endorsements this month, from What Hi-Fi (8 Feb 2024), The Master Switch (4 Oct 2023) Gear Patrol (5 Jan 2024) and 2 others.
Rank | Change | Price | Speakers | hifioasis.com | What Hi-Fi | The Master Switch | Rolling Stone | Gear Patrol | T3 | Wirecutter | Pitchfork
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1 | - | $1539 | Kef LS50 The Kef LS50 bookshelf speakers are highly recommended for their exceptional sound quality, versatile frequency response, unique design, and range of connectivity options, making them suitable for a range of music genres and listening environments. | - | 1 | 3 | - | 2 | 7 | - | - | 4 | - |
N/A | N/A | $170 | Klipsch R-15M The Klipsch R-15M bookshelf speakers are praised for their high-quality sound, sleek design, versatile connectivity options, and impressive power handling capabilities, making them a top choice for various audio setups. | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
N/A | N/A | $149 | Polk Audio T15 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Curious to see this month's entire Bookshelf Speakers ranking? It's here
Customers like Klipsch R-15M somewhat more
At ReviewFinder we prefer to focus on professional product reviews, because customer reviews can be disproportionately affected by unrelated factors such as delivery, specific seller listing problems, and, of course, fake reviews. With that said, below is the summary of consumer sentiment.
Polk Audio T15
CS of 10 is similar to a 4.8 star review, CS of 0 is similar to a 2 star review.
Klipsch R-15M, the pricier option, tends to get more favorable reviews than Polk Audio T15.
As can be seen in the chart above, median best-selling speakers receives a consumer score of 9.1 (great). Both Klipsch R-15M and Polk Audio T15 receive customer reviews that average out above that median threshold.
Klipsch R-15M |
In comparison:
10.0 Amazing
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Polk Audio T15 |
In comparison:
9.6 Amazing
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Median best-selling Speakers |
In comparison:
Q Acoustics Concept 20 ranks #60 out of 118. Very high levels of customer satisfaction. Go to rankings 9.1 Great
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Polk Audio T15 is more popular than Klipsch R-15M
It's fairly safe to say that Polk Audio T15 are more popular speakers than Klipsch R-15M, based on their 10,000+ reviews. Popularity is determined based on product sales. Note that older and cheaper products tend to sell more.
To consider
Table: Top compared alternatives for Klipsch R-15M and Polk Audio T15 | |||||
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BIC America DV62si | $194 |
In comparison:
9.3 Amazing
| No expert recommendations | ||
Sony SSCS5 | $198 |
In comparison:
9.6 Amazing
| No expert recommendations | ||
Klipsch R-41M | $150 |
In comparison:
9.6 Amazing
| No expert recommendations | ||
Yamaha NS-6490 | $180 |
In comparison:
8.7 Great
| No expert recommendations |
Rank | Change | Price | Speakers | hifioasis.com | What Hi-Fi | The Master Switch | Rolling Stone | Gear Patrol | T3 | Wirecutter | Pitchfork | ZD Net | SoundGuys |
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1 | - | $1539 | Kef LS50 The Kef LS50 bookshelf speakers are highly recommended for their exceptional sound quality, versatile frequency response, unique design, and range of connectivity options, making them suitable for a range of music genres and listening environments. | - | 1 | 3 | - | 2 | 7 | - | - | 4 | - |
2 | - | $359 | Q Acoustics 3020i The Q Acoustics 3020i bookshelf speakers offer excellent sound quality, versatility, and a modern design, making them a great option for audiophiles who prioritize accuracy and transparency in their sound system. |
5 | - | 4 | - | 9 | - | 2 | 7 | - | - |
3 | - | $700 | Elac Uni-Fi 2.0 | 1 | - | 1 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
4 | - | Check price | Bowers & Wilkins 606 S2 The Bowers & Wilkins 606 S2 Anniversary Edition bookshelf speaker delivers excellent sound performance across the frequency range, with punchy and dynamic bass, a wide frequency response, and a purposeful design, making it a great choice for music and home theater use. | - | - | 9 | - | 7 | 5 | - | - | 5 | - |
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Expert reviews [12]
- with a score: 2
- without a score: 10
Highest score by EarbudsZone | 88 |
Average score based on 12 reviews | 84 |
Lowest score by AudioRumble | 81 |
Score distribution:
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0-20 |
Expert reviews [20]
- with a score: 7
- without a score: 13
Highest score by 429 Records | 98 |
Average score based on 20 reviews | 86 |
Lowest score by AudioRumble | 69 |
Score distribution:
80-100 | |
60-80 | |
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0-20 |
- These speakers perform beautifully as a left,center,right, or surround
- Klipsch reference bookshelf speakers feature a rear-firing port that is perfectly match to the cabinet and drivers
- Klipsch Reference Bookshelf speakers feature a rear-firing port that is perfectly match to the cabinet and drivers
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- GET SUPERIOR HOME THEATER EXPERIENCE WITH IMMERSIVE SURROUND SOUND – Featuring (1) 0.75" tweeter & (1) 5.25" Dynamic Balance Driver, these speakers are designed to produce a natural, well-balanced sound with massive bass even at the lowest frequencies
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Tweeters produce the highest frequencies in sound, typically anything above 2,000 Hz. Usually located at the top of the speaker, tweeters come in different shapes (detailed below) and sizes. Generally speaking, the size of the tweeter is not as important as the shape. But, for some guidance, consider that a larger tweeter (measured by diameter in inches or millimeters) will likely be louder and able to disperse sound over a larger area.
Speakers with midrange drivers (i.e., at least three-way speakers) have a distinct advantage over two-way speakers. Adding a midrange driver to the mix allows tweeters and woofers to focus on the sound waves they’re best equipped to produce—high tones and low tones respectively. More specific and focused drivers means more accurate, robust sound. Compared to the other drivers, midranges cover sounds, not surprisingly, in the middle of high/treble and low/bass tones. The human voice and most instruments fall into this range. For more sophisticated listeners, or for those who truly want the best sound reproduction, a midrange driver is crucial.
The woofer is the driver that is responsible for low frequency sounds and bass - crucial for well-rounded, booming sound. It is the biggest driver in size, and is usually shaped like a cone. When reviewing different bookshelf speakers, you will often see a measurement in the product name, starting as low as 4” and ranging to 6 ½” or more. This measurement refers to the diameter of the woofer. A general rule of thumb is a bigger woofer means louder, more powerful bass. But, as with any speaker metric, this number alone doesn’t describe the loudness of the speaker and should be taken into consideration with other measurements such as sensitivity, which describes the loudness of a speaker per watt.
- Binding Posts
- Speaker wires
- Banana Plugs
- 5-way binding posts
- Removable grille
Klipsch R-15M are a very popular and one of the less expensive options. They're in the top 3 bestselling speakers and have dozens of popular alternatives in the same price range, such as Cerwin-Vega XLS-6 or Definitive ProMonitor 800 .
Klipsch R-15M were released in 2014. There are a lot of newer speakers on the market. Show newer Speakers
Klipsch R-15M are $90 less expensive than average speakers ($259.99).
Polk Audio T15 are a very popular option on the lower end of the price range. They have dozens of popular alternatives in the same price range, such as Pioneer DM-40 or Fluance SX6 .
Polk Audio T15 were released in 2015. There are dozens of newer speakers on the market. Show newer Speakers
Polk Audio T15 are $110.99 cheaper than the average speakers ($259.99).