Klipsch R-50M vs Klipsch RP-500M II

The Klipsch R-50M costs less ($425 vs $550). The Klipsch RP-500M II plays lower (50 Hz vs 58 Hz).

What each one works with

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R-50MRP-500M II
Receivers and amps that drive it29 of 2929 of 29

Specs side by side

Values that differ are bold. A dash means that model doesn't publish the spec.

R-50MRP-500M II
Impedance8 Ω8 Ω
Sensitivity92 dB (2.83 V, 1 m) in-room92 dB (2.83 V, 1 m) in-room
Low end58 Hz50 Hz
Drivers1 × 25 mm, 1 × 133 mm1 × 25 mm, 1 × 133 mm
Size7×14×9 in7×14×11 in
Weight5 kg (11 lb)5.95 kg (13.1 lb)
MSRP$425 a pair (MSRP, September 2026)$550 a pair (MSRP, September 2026)

Every spec and pairing: Klipsch R-50M, Klipsch RP-500M II.

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References

  1. Klipsch R-50M: Spec sheet, assets.klipsch.com, retrieved September 15, 2026
  2. Klipsch R-50M: Retailer listing, bestbuy.com, retrieved September 15, 2026
  3. Klipsch RP-500M II: Spec sheet, assets.klipsch.com, retrieved September 15, 2026
  4. Klipsch RP-500M II: Retailer listing, crutchfield.com, retrieved September 15, 2026

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