At a glance
Klipsch R-26FA in 5 facts
- Type: Floorstanding (tower) speaker, passive
- Frequency response: 38 Hz to 24 kHz ±3 dB
- Sensitivity: 97 dB (2.83 V/1 m)
- Impedance: 8 Ω
- HiFi Specs score: 8.5/10, the average of 6 rated aspects
Verdict
The short version
In my evaluation of the Klipsch Reference R-26FA Floorstanding Speakers, I found them to deliver clear, crisp, and powerful sound, enhancing both movies and music experiences greatly. They integrated well with my older receiver, making them a practical upgrade for many sound systems. While they are not the absolute top in their class, their performance is commendable for the price. The speakers are somewhat bulky for small spaces but offer features like Dolby Atmos support, making them a worthy consideration for those looking to enhance their home audio without excessive spending. 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 6.5" Woofer
- Frequency response
- 38 Hz to 24 kHz ±3 dB
- Crossover frequency
- 2 kHz
- Sensitivity
- 97 dB (2.83 V/1 m)
- Impedance
- 8 Ω
- Recommended amp power
- 100 W
- Power handling (RMS)
- 100 W 400 W peak Checked against the maker's own sheet, Sep 2026 Source
- Maximum SPL
- 112 dB
- Distortion (THD)
- 0.5 %
Cabinet
Cabinet & connections
- Enclosure type
- Ported (Bass Reflex)
- Port location
- Front Checked against the maker's own sheet, Sep 2026 Source
- Port tuning frequency
- 38 Hz
- Speaker terminals
- 5-way binding posts Checked against the maker's own sheet, Sep 2026 Source
- Bi-wire capable
- Yes Checked against the maker's own sheet, Sep 2026 Source
- Bi-amp capable
- Yes Checked against the maker's own sheet, Sep 2026 Source
- Magnetically shielded
- Yes Checked against the maker's own sheet, Sep 2026 Source
- Removable grille
- Yes
- Connectivity
- Wired
Physical
Dimensions, weight, placement
From our review
What we found
Compared across 162 speakers
How it scored
Availability
Where to buy
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