At a glance
Klipsch R-15M in 5 facts
- Type: Bookshelf speaker, passive
- Frequency response: 62 Hz to 24 kHz ±3 dB
- Sensitivity: 94 dB (2.83 V/1 m)
- Impedance: 8 Ω
- HiFi Specs score: 8.0/10, the average of 6 rated aspects
Verdict
The short version
In my quest for sound clarity and room-filling experience, I put the Klipsch R-15M Bookshelf Speakers to the test. The speakers met my needs in terms of space, and delivered uniquely smooth yet robust sound. Although the brightness and harshness were initially off-putting, adjustments and “breaking in” made it more acceptable. A comparison with other brands validated the superior vocal representation and the unique ‘Klipsch sound’. Although not perfect, these speakers have proved their mettle and are worth considering if you appreciate clear vocals and don't mind a bit of brightness. HiFi Specs score from 6 rated aspects · compared across 162 speakers
Datasheet
The numbers
- Power type
- Passive
- Configuration
- 2-way
- Drivers
- 1x 1" Tweeter + 1x 5.25" Mid-woofer
- Frequency response
- 62 Hz to 24 kHz ±3 dB 54 Hz extended
- Crossover frequency
- 1.8 kHz
- Sensitivity
- 94 dB (2.83 V/1 m)
- Impedance
- 8 Ω
- Power handling (RMS)
- 85 W 340 W peak Checked against the maker's own sheet, Sep 2026 Source
Cabinet
Cabinet & connections
- Enclosure type
- Ported (Bass Reflex)
- Port location
- Rear Checked against the maker's own sheet, Sep 2026 Source
- Speaker terminals
- 5-way binding posts Checked against the maker's own sheet, Sep 2026 Source
- Bi-wire capable
- No Checked against the maker's own sheet, Sep 2026 Source
- Bi-amp capable
- No Checked against the maker's own sheet, Sep 2026 Source
- Magnetically shielded
- Yes Checked against the maker's own sheet, Sep 2026 Source
- Connectivity
- Wired
Physical
Dimensions, weight, placement
- Recommended placement
- Shelf, Stand
- Height
- 12.5 in 318 mm
- Width
- 8.1 in 206 mm
- Depth
- 7 in 178 mm
- Weight
- 22.7 lb 10.3 kg
- Colors
- Brushed Black Polymer Veneer
From our review
What we found
Compared across 162 speakers
How it scored
Availability
Where to buy
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