Klipsch RP-504C II vs Polk Reserve R400

The Klipsch RP-504C II is more sensitive (96 dB vs 89 dB), so it plays louder per watt. The Polk Reserve R400 plays lower (48 Hz vs 50 Hz) and costs less ($699 vs $750).

What each one works with

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RP-504C IIReserve R400
Receivers and amps that drive it29 of 2929 of 29

Specs side by side

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RP-504C IIReserve R400
Impedance8 Ω8 Ω
Sensitivity96 dB (2.83 V, 1 m) in-room89 dB (2.83 V, 1 m)
Low end50 Hz48 Hz
Drivers1 × 25 mm, 4 × 133 mm1 × 25 mm, 2 × 165 mm
Size32×7×15 in24×8×14 in
Weight16.45 kg (36.3 lb)14.9 kg (32.8 lb)
MSRP$750 each (MSRP, September 2026)$699 each (MSRP, September 2026)
Recommended amplifier power—40–200 W

Every spec and pairing: Klipsch RP-504C II, Polk Reserve R400.

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References

  1. Klipsch RP-504C II: Spec sheet, assets.klipsch.com, retrieved September 15, 2026
  2. Klipsch RP-504C II: Retailer listing, abt.com, retrieved September 15, 2026
  3. Polk Reserve R400: Spec sheet, polkaudio.com, retrieved September 15, 2026
  4. Polk Reserve R400: Owner's manual, polkaudio.com, retrieved September 15, 2026
  5. Polk Reserve R400: Manufacturer product page, polkaudio.com, retrieved September 15, 2026

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