Klipsch CDT-3650-C II vs Monoprice Alpha 8in Carbon Fiber 2-way
The Klipsch CDT-3650-C II is more sensitive (93 dB vs 90 dB), so it plays louder per watt and costs less ($125 vs $200). The Monoprice Alpha 8in Carbon Fiber 2-way plays lower (45 Hz vs 63 Hz).
What each one works with
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| CDT-3650-C II | Alpha 8in Carbon Fiber 2-way | |
|---|---|---|
| Receivers and amps that drive it | 27 of 29 | 27 of 29 |
Specs side by side
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| CDT-3650-C II | Alpha 8in Carbon Fiber 2-way | |
|---|---|---|
| Impedance | 8 Ω | 8 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 93 dB (2.83 V, 1 m) | 90 dB (2.83 V, 1 m) |
| Low end | 63 Hz | 45 Hz |
| Drivers | 1 × 25 mm, 1 × 165 mm | 1 × 25 mm, 1 × 203 mm |
| Size | 9×9×4 in | 12×12×4 in |
| Weight | 3.08 kg (6.8 lb) | 3 kg (6.6 lb) |
| MSRP | $125 each (MSRP, September 2026) | $200 a pair (MSRP, September 2026) |
Every spec and pairing: Klipsch CDT-3650-C II, Monoprice Alpha 8in Carbon Fiber 2-way.
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