Klipsch R-120SW vs Sony SA-CS9
The Klipsch R-120SW has more amplifier power (200 W vs 115 W) and has a bigger driver (12 in vs 10 in). The Sony SA-CS9 has speaker-level inputs, plays lower (28 Hz vs 29 Hz) and costs less ($239 vs $329).
What each one works with
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| R-120SW | SA-CS9 | |
|---|---|---|
| Receivers it connects to | 26 of 26 | 26 of 26 |
Specs side by side
Values that differ are bold. A dash means that model doesn't publish the spec.
| R-120SW | SA-CS9 | |
|---|---|---|
| Amplifier | 200 W | 115 W |
| Drivers | 1 × 305 mm | 1 × 250 mm |
| Low end | 29 Hz | 28 Hz |
| Inputs | Line | Line, speaker-level |
| Size | 14×16×19 in | 12×14×16 in |
| Weight | 14.1 kg (31.1 lb) | 11.5 kg (25.4 lb) |
| MSRP | $329 each (MSRP, September 2026) | $239 each (MSRP, September 2014) |
Every spec and pairing: Klipsch R-120SW, Sony SA-CS9.
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References
- Klipsch R-120SW: Spec sheet, assets.klipsch.com, retrieved September 15, 2026
- Klipsch R-120SW: Retailer listing, bestbuy.com, retrieved September 15, 2026
- Sony SA-CS9: Owner's manual, pdf-manuals.com, retrieved September 15, 2026
- Sony SA-CS9: Owner's manual, manualslib.com, retrieved September 15, 2026
- Sony SA-CS9: Independent measurement, perfectacoustic.co.uk, retrieved September 15, 2026
- Sony SA-CS9: Independent measurement, hometechnologyreview.com, retrieved September 15, 2026
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