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The Klipsch RP-500C II is a premium center channel speaker designed to elevate home theater audio with crystal-clear dialogue and rich sound quality. Featuring dual Cerametallic woofers, a 90° x 90° Tractrix horn, and a titanium LTS tweeter, it delivers dynamic performance with minimal distortion. Its robust MDF cabinet and magnetic grille ensure both durability and style. Perfect for movies, TV, and music, the RP-500C II enhances every listening experience with precision and power.
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Features & Specs
Dual Cerametallic™ Woofers:
Lightweight yet rigid woofers provide accurate low-frequency response and detailed midrange, minimizing cone distortion for clearer sound.
Tractrix® Horn Technology:
Proprietary horn geometry ensures efficient transfer of high frequencies into the room, enhancing clarity and directivity across the listening area.
Titanium LTS Tweeter:
The Linear Travel Suspension tweeter minimizes distortion while delivering crisp, extended high frequencies, making dialogue and lyrics sound more natural.
Optimized Port Design:
Rear-firing Tractrix ports allow airflow to exit efficiently, reducing port noise and improving low-end punch.
Elegant, Durable Enclosure:
High-quality MDF cabinet with furniture-grade vinyl finish ensures long-lasting performance and seamless integration into media room décor.
Flexible Installation:
Magnetic grille and cork pads offer easy customization and secure placement on shelves or stands.
Dual Cerametallic™ Woofers:
Lightweight yet rigid woofers provide accurate low-frequency response and detailed midrange, minimizing cone distortion for clearer sound.
Tractrix® Horn Technology:
Proprietary horn geometry ensures efficient transfer of high frequencies into the room, enhancing clarity and directivity across the listening area.
Titanium LTS Tweeter:
The Linear Travel Suspension tweeter minimizes distortion while delivering crisp, extended high frequencies, making dialogue and lyrics sound more natural.
Optimized Port Design:
Rear-firing Tractrix ports allow airflow to exit efficiently, reducing port noise and improving low-end punch.
Elegant, Durable Enclosure:
High-quality MDF cabinet with furniture-grade vinyl finish ensures long-lasting performance and seamless integration into media room décor.
Flexible Installation:
Magnetic grille and cork pads offer easy customization and secure placement on shelves or stands.
Expert Insight
The Klipsch RP-500C II delivers robust, theater-worthy sound with crisp dialogue clarity and rich midrange performance. Its advanced horn and tweeter design create an immersive audio experience that enhances both movies and music. Well-built and visually appealing, this center channel speaker is a solid upgrade for any home entertainment system.
Nate M
Brand Manager
Details
Klipsch RP-500C II Center Channel Speaker
The Klipsch RP-500C II Center Channel Speaker is a high-performance audio component engineered for crystal-clear dialogue and immersive home theater sound. The RP-500C II is part of the Klipsch Reference Premiere II series of speakers. Built with Klipsch’s signature Reference Premiere technology, this center speaker ensures every word of dialogue and subtle sound effect is delivered with precision and clarity. Featuring dual high-efficiency Cerametallic™ woofers and a 90° x 90° silicone composite hybrid Tractrix® horn with a Linear Travel Suspension (LTS) titanium tweeter, the RP-500C II amplifies high frequencies and midrange detail with minimal distortion. The vented tweeter housing and advanced cabinet design further enhance acoustic fidelity, providing cleaner highs and punchier lows. Durable MDF construction with a furniture-grade finish ensures both performance and aesthetics fit seamlessly into any home entertainment setup. Whether you’re watching movies, TV shows, or listening to music, this center channel delivers stunning sound reproduction you can feel.
What It’s Great At:
Exceptional dialogue clarity for movies, shows, and games
Rich midrange and crisp highs driven by advanced horn and tweeter design
Deep, controlled bass response for balanced soundstage
Easy integration with home theater systems
Durable, stylish cabinet complements modern media rooms
Enhanced directivity for consistent audio across the listening area
Horn: 90° x 90° silicone composite hybrid Tractrix® horn
Frequency Response: Approx. 56 Hz – 25 kHz
Sensitivity: ~96 dB
Impedance: 8 Ohms nominal
Power Handling: Up to ~100 W continuous
Cabinet: MDF with furniture-grade vinyl finish
Finish Options: Ebony, Walnut
Grille: Magnetic removable grille
Tractrix Ports: Rear-firing Tractrix port
Dimensions (HxWxD): ~6-15/16" x 19-7/16" x 10-9/16" (177 x 494 x 269 mm)
Weight: ~18 lbs (8.2 kg)
Included Accessories: Cork pads, tilt screw, user manual
RP-500C II Q&A:
What makes the Klipsch RP-500C II center channel speaker special?
The RP-500C II is engineered with dual Cerametallic woofers, a 90° x 90° Tractrix horn, and a titanium LTS tweeter for crystal-clear dialogue and detailed home theater sound.
Can the RP-500C II handle high volume without distortion?
Yes, the combination of high-efficiency drivers and proprietary horn design reduces distortion even at higher listening levels.
Is this speaker compatible with my home theater setup?
Yes, the RP-500C II is a passive speaker that works with most amplifiers or receivers with an 8-ohm output.
Does it come with a grille or other accessories?
Yes, it includes a magnetic removable grille and cork pads for secure placement.
What room sizes are ideal for this speaker?
It performs best in small to mid-size home theaters but can be paired with larger systems for a more immersive experience.
How is the bass performance?
The rear Tractrix port and Cerametallic woofers produce a balanced, punchy low end suitable for dialogue and effects in movies.
What finishes are available?
The speaker is typically available in Ebony and Walnut finishes to match most entertainment furniture.
Do I need a subwoofer with this center channel?
While not required, adding a subwoofer can enhance low-frequency depth, especially for movie soundtracks.
The Klipsch RP-500C II is a premium center channel speaker designed to elevate home theater audio with crystal-clear dialogue and rich sound quality. Featuring dual Cerametallic woofers, a 90° x 90° Tractrix horn, and a titanium LTS tweeter, it delivers dynamic performance with minimal distortion. Its robust MDF cabinet and magnetic grille ensure both durability and style. Perfect for movies, TV, and music, the RP-500C II enhances every listening experience with precision and power.
Get the Details
Features & Specs
Features & Specs
Dual Cerametallic™ Woofers:
Lightweight yet rigid woofers provide accurate low-frequency response and detailed midrange, minimizing cone distortion for clearer sound.
Tractrix® Horn Technology:
Proprietary horn geometry ensures efficient transfer of high frequencies into the room, enhancing clarity and directivity across the listening area.
Titanium LTS Tweeter:
The Linear Travel Suspension tweeter minimizes distortion while delivering crisp, extended high frequencies, making dialogue and lyrics sound more natural.
Optimized Port Design:
Rear-firing Tractrix ports allow airflow to exit efficiently, reducing port noise and improving low-end punch.
Elegant, Durable Enclosure:
High-quality MDF cabinet with furniture-grade vinyl finish ensures long-lasting performance and seamless integration into media room décor.
Flexible Installation:
Magnetic grille and cork pads offer easy customization and secure placement on shelves or stands.
Dual Cerametallic™ Woofers:
Lightweight yet rigid woofers provide accurate low-frequency response and detailed midrange, minimizing cone distortion for clearer sound.
Tractrix® Horn Technology:
Proprietary horn geometry ensures efficient transfer of high frequencies into the room, enhancing clarity and directivity across the listening area.
Titanium LTS Tweeter:
The Linear Travel Suspension tweeter minimizes distortion while delivering crisp, extended high frequencies, making dialogue and lyrics sound more natural.
Optimized Port Design:
Rear-firing Tractrix ports allow airflow to exit efficiently, reducing port noise and improving low-end punch.
Elegant, Durable Enclosure:
High-quality MDF cabinet with furniture-grade vinyl finish ensures long-lasting performance and seamless integration into media room décor.
Flexible Installation:
Magnetic grille and cork pads offer easy customization and secure placement on shelves or stands.
Expert Insight
Expert Insight
The Klipsch RP-500C II delivers robust, theater-worthy sound with crisp dialogue clarity and rich midrange performance. Its advanced horn and tweeter design create an immersive audio experience that enhances both movies and music. Well-built and visually appealing, this center channel speaker is a solid upgrade for any home entertainment system.
Nate M
Brand Manager
Details
Details
Klipsch RP-500C II Center Channel Speaker
The Klipsch RP-500C II Center Channel Speaker is a high-performance audio component engineered for crystal-clear dialogue and immersive home theater sound. The RP-500C II is part of the Klipsch Reference Premiere II series of speakers. Built with Klipsch’s signature Reference Premiere technology, this center speaker ensures every word of dialogue and subtle sound effect is delivered with precision and clarity. Featuring dual high-efficiency Cerametallic™ woofers and a 90° x 90° silicone composite hybrid Tractrix® horn with a Linear Travel Suspension (LTS) titanium tweeter, the RP-500C II amplifies high frequencies and midrange detail with minimal distortion. The vented tweeter housing and advanced cabinet design further enhance acoustic fidelity, providing cleaner highs and punchier lows. Durable MDF construction with a furniture-grade finish ensures both performance and aesthetics fit seamlessly into any home entertainment setup. Whether you’re watching movies, TV shows, or listening to music, this center channel delivers stunning sound reproduction you can feel.
What It’s Great At:
Exceptional dialogue clarity for movies, shows, and games
Rich midrange and crisp highs driven by advanced horn and tweeter design
Deep, controlled bass response for balanced soundstage
Easy integration with home theater systems
Durable, stylish cabinet complements modern media rooms
Enhanced directivity for consistent audio across the listening area
Horn: 90° x 90° silicone composite hybrid Tractrix® horn
Frequency Response: Approx. 56 Hz – 25 kHz
Sensitivity: ~96 dB
Impedance: 8 Ohms nominal
Power Handling: Up to ~100 W continuous
Cabinet: MDF with furniture-grade vinyl finish
Finish Options: Ebony, Walnut
Grille: Magnetic removable grille
Tractrix Ports: Rear-firing Tractrix port
Dimensions (HxWxD): ~6-15/16" x 19-7/16" x 10-9/16" (177 x 494 x 269 mm)
Weight: ~18 lbs (8.2 kg)
Included Accessories: Cork pads, tilt screw, user manual
RP-500C II Q&A:
What makes the Klipsch RP-500C II center channel speaker special?
The RP-500C II is engineered with dual Cerametallic woofers, a 90° x 90° Tractrix horn, and a titanium LTS tweeter for crystal-clear dialogue and detailed home theater sound.
Can the RP-500C II handle high volume without distortion?
Yes, the combination of high-efficiency drivers and proprietary horn design reduces distortion even at higher listening levels.
Is this speaker compatible with my home theater setup?
Yes, the RP-500C II is a passive speaker that works with most amplifiers or receivers with an 8-ohm output.
Does it come with a grille or other accessories?
Yes, it includes a magnetic removable grille and cork pads for secure placement.
What room sizes are ideal for this speaker?
It performs best in small to mid-size home theaters but can be paired with larger systems for a more immersive experience.
How is the bass performance?
The rear Tractrix port and Cerametallic woofers produce a balanced, punchy low end suitable for dialogue and effects in movies.
What finishes are available?
The speaker is typically available in Ebony and Walnut finishes to match most entertainment furniture.
Do I need a subwoofer with this center channel?
While not required, adding a subwoofer can enhance low-frequency depth, especially for movie soundtracks.
