Experts prefer Klipsch R-51PM over Pioneer SP-BS22-LR
On 2 Apr 2024 (23 days ago) we went through 80 Speakers expert endorsements .
Currently, Klipsch R-51PM received 1 endorsement from ZD Net (13 Feb 2023). Meanwhile, Pioneer SP-BS22-LR did not receive any endorsements this month.
Curious to see this month's entire Bookshelf Speakers ranking? It's here
Endorsement summary:
- On 13 Feb 2023 ZD Net ranked Klipsch R-51PM as #1
Rank Speakers Comment #1 out of 5 Klipsch R-51PM Best bookshelf speaker overall... ... ... Source: www.zdnet.com
Customers like Pioneer SP-BS22-LR a bit 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.
Pioneer SP-BS22-LR
CS of 10 is similar to a 4.8 star review, CS of 0 is similar to a 2 star review.
Pioneer SP-BS22-LR, the cheaper option, tends to get more favorable reviews than Klipsch R-51PM.
As can be seen in the chart above, median best-selling speakers receives a consumer score of 9.1 (great). Both Klipsch R-51PM and Pioneer SP-BS22-LR receive customer reviews that average out above that median threshold.
Klipsch R-51PM |
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9.4 Amazing
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Pioneer SP-BS22-LR |
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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Klipsch R-51PM is more popular than Pioneer SP-BS22-LR
It's fairly safe to say that Klipsch R-51PM are more popular speakers than Pioneer SP-BS22-LR, based on their 2,000+ 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-51PM and Pioneer SP-BS22-LR | |||||
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Elac Debut 2.0 B6.2 | $280 |
In comparison:
9.4 Amazing
| 3 expert recommendations | ||
Klipsch RB-51 II | $249 |
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10.0 Amazing
| No expert recommendations | Cheaper Better Reviews | |
Klipsch The Fives | $500 |
In comparison:
8.6 Great
| 2 expert recommendations | ||
Q Acoustics 3020i | $404 |
In comparison:
8.8 Great
| 5 expert recommendations |
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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 | - | $404 | 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 [3]
- with a score: 3
- without a score: 0
Highest score by 7Review | 100 |
Average score based on 3 reviews | 93 |
Lowest score by Audio Direct | 90 |
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Expert reviews [8]
- with a score: 3
- without a score: 5
Highest score by 429 Records | 92 |
Average score based on 8 reviews | 85 |
Lowest score by AudioRumble | 75 |
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- Powered monitor
- Bluetooth wireless technology
- Phono/line analog (with switch and ground screw terminal)
- 3.5 millimeter analog Mini jack
- USB digital
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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.
- • Bluetooth® wireless technology
- • Phono/Line analog (with switch and ground screw terminal)
- • 3.5mm analog mini jack
- • USB digital
- • Optical digital
Klipsch R-51PM are a very popular and one of the more expensive options. They're in the top 3 bestselling speakers and have many popular alternatives in the same price range, such as Klipsch The Fives or Infinity Reference 162 .
Klipsch R-51PM were released in 2018. There are a few newer speakers on the market. Show newer Speakers
Klipsch R-51PM are $240 more expensive than average speakers ($259.99).
Pioneer SP-BS22-LR are a very popular option in the middle of the speakers price range. They're in the top 3 bestselling speakers and have dozens of popular alternatives in the same price range, such as Klipsch RP-150M or Sonos One .
Pioneer SP-BS22-LR were released in 2018. We don't know any speakers that are newer on the market.
Pioneer SP-BS22-LR price is roughly the same as the price of average speakers ($259.99).