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Klipsch R-40SA

Height speaker · Reference series

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The Klipsch R-40SA is an 8 Ω height speaker. Of the 29 receivers and amps in our catalogue, 27 are rated to drive it and 2 are not recommended.

$675 a pair (MSRP, September 2026)

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Receivers and amplifiers for the R-40SA

Each pairing is checked by our compatibility engine: the speaker's impedance against the amplifier's rated minimum, and height decoding for height speakers. Whether it plays loud enough depends on how far you sit, which the 3D editor works out for your room.

Rated to drive it (27)

Not recommended (2)

  • Denon AVR-S570BT

    Denon AVR-S570BT has no Dolby Atmos or DTS:X decoding for height speakers.

  • Denon AVR-S670H

    Denon AVR-S670H has no Dolby Atmos or DTS:X decoding for height speakers.

R-40SA specifications

Impedance8 Ω
Drivers1 × 25 mm, 1 × 102 mm
Size6×7×12 in
Weight2.8 kg (6.2 lb)
MSRP$675 a pair (MSRP, September 2026)

Every value comes from the sources under References, last retrieved September 15, 2026. To check it against the rest of your system, use the compatibility checker.

Questions about the R-40SA

What receiver do I need for the R-40SA?
One rated for 8 Ω speakers. In our catalogue, Emotiva BasX A-700, Yamaha RX500A and Denon AVR-X1700H are rated to drive it. Denon AVR-S570BT and Denon AVR-S670H are not rated for it.
Is the R-40SA 4 ohm or 8 ohm?
The Klipsch R-40SA has a nominal impedance of 8 Ω. Use a receiver or amplifier rated down to 8 Ω or lower.
How much power does the R-40SA need?
Klipsch does not publish a recommended amplifier power. How much of that you use depends on how far you sit and how loud you listen, which the 3D editor works out for your room.
How big is the R-40SA?
The Klipsch R-40SA measures 146 × 178 × 298 mm (5.7 × 7 × 11.7 in, width × height × depth) and weighs 2.8 kg (6.2 lb).

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References

  1. Klipsch R-40SA: Spec sheet, assets.klipsch.com, retrieved September 15, 2026
  2. Klipsch R-40SA: Retailer listing, bhphotovideo.com, retrieved September 15, 2026

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