Klipsch R-51PM Review - The Best Speakers for Vinyl!
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Күн бұрынThe Klipsch R-51PM Powered Speakers are the best (entry-level) speakers hands-down for listening to vinyl records. Here's why.
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0:00 Start
0:50 01/ design
2:00 02 / setup
3:11 03 / sound
4:23 Overview
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@untitledfilmprojectpodcast 5 ай бұрын
Watched four reviews on these and this was by far the best and most comprehensive. Thanks!!
@AtheistJr 7 ай бұрын
Just bought these for my turntable, can't wait!
@edwarde5452 3 ай бұрын
I have the smaller size (the R-41PM) and they rock! Vinyl, bluetooth, CDs, aux....anything I plug into it shines. They are crisp. They don't give me the warmth I associate with vintage gear, but that doesn't matter. They are phenominal. Highly recommended. Nothing wrong with the Edifers. Those sound really good for their price range. If you listen to vinyl and want a minimalist setup, I recommend the Klipsch speakers as they have a built in phono preamp. Yes you spend quite a bit upfront but it's worth it.
@mistermushroom652 10 ай бұрын
Thanks for a great review. Are you going to review Klipsch r-41pm?
@sergore 10 ай бұрын
Hi man! I've been watching your videos as I'm educating myself for my first TT setup. I haven´t seen any videos on the new R-50PM, I saw Klipsch is selling them for $600, so I was wondering if have any info on them. Thanks!
@pgianola 9 ай бұрын
Thanks for this insightful review! Just wondering...Can these speakers take two simultaneous audio signals? For example: TV via toslink, and a mic through an analog mixer via rca???
@earlganuelas Жыл бұрын
Apart from the sound quality and the connection options, what I love about these speakers is that they automatically sense if a paired device is trying to connect and automatically switch themselves into bluetooth mode. Even if it's currently on phono (connected to my turntable) or aux (connected to my TV), it's so convenient to be able to connect from my phone or laptop and play music right away without have to change modes on the remote. Lots of bang for the buck. For small to medium sized rooms, I think a sub wouldn't be necessary unless you're really looking for some thump when watching movies or listening to hip-hop, club/dance, techno. I hooked mine up to a Klipsch RW10 sub and almost all the time I couldn't tell wether the low end is coming from the speakers or the sub. Crossover is seamless, as it should be.
@nloop Жыл бұрын
I love this feature too! The way it all just works together is super nice and premium.
9 ай бұрын
Can you please check which codec are they using? Do they support aptX or LDAC?
@lambergino 10 ай бұрын
thanks for the video, great info
@timstgermain7666 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for a great video! I just ordered myself some.
@nloop Жыл бұрын
Glad this was helpful. You're going to love them.
@oyik2012 Жыл бұрын
Great review. I have the edifier 1280DB and am looking to upgrade to the R-51pm. The size comparison sure was useful. Would you recommend the R-51pm over the 1280DB?
@nloop Жыл бұрын
If price and physical size doesn't matter to you, then hands-down these speakers blow the 1280DB out of the water for sound and build quality!
@rutger2112 7 ай бұрын
Hello. Thanks for your video. I wish to purchase these speakers, but im not sure if they are compatible with my turntable. I currently have the crosley cr6019e-smk. I'm not sure if it has a built-in phono preamp. Can you check if I can purchase these speakers please? Thanks a lot!
@Trojan0304 2 ай бұрын
Works well with Technics SL-V5, vertical turntable. Lucked into vintage Technics MA1 , automatic turntable, which plays great with these speakers
@AB-tt6dv 10 ай бұрын
Question? Does this come with any knobs besides the volume on the back? I’ve seen some with a small remote to control levels
@tanpham1975 6 ай бұрын
would these speakers be as good for "karaoke speakers"? I am in the market for karaoke speakers 8" which usually focus on "vocal" and wondering if these Klipsch R-51PM would do well for karaoke singing?
@cmdshftx 9 ай бұрын
Can you use banana plugs on these? The product photos show connectors that accept banana plugs but I see different connectors in your video...
@schoeffeur4762 2 ай бұрын
I bought a pair of these 2 years ago. I had to return them due to the most annoying hiss. I hope they have fixed the problem. I eventually switched to AVR and passive speakers. No Hiss.
@lightwarp_ 13 күн бұрын
Thanks, mate🎉
@debbielosee5330 7 ай бұрын
Would these Klipsch R-51M Bookshelf Speakers go with the AT-L60X-BT turntable. Do I have to wire them up the Bluetooth turn table?
@tristhetrainer Жыл бұрын
Hey man bought these after seeing your review! I have a AT-LPW40WN turntable. When I play music through bluetooth on high volume the speakers sound amazing and the bass is just right, but once i play through the phono line for vinyl any time i start to remotely play the music loud the speakers bass is way to much and it starts distorting the sound like crazy. I know i cant adjust the bass or anything was just wondering if you have this problem too or any suggestions thanks
@nloop Жыл бұрын
I'm glad the speakers sound great for you. Hmmmm, I don't have that turntable so I can only pose a guess on what the issue is. Make sure that on the back of the TT, the switch is set to LINE and not PHONO. If it's set to phono, it is looking for a phono box to output sound to. If you set it to line, it means direct output (aka, it uses the internal phono amp). If that's not working, my suggestion would be to pick up a cheap phono box for your turntable. So that way it goes Turntable ->Phono Box -> Speakers. That could eliminate some issues with gain. Hopefully this helps, again it's hard to troubleshoot without having used that product before but maybe it puts you in the right direction!
@fcm2790 7 ай бұрын
Add a DAC for treble and bass adjustment .. it will improve the sound alot! Bass will be great
@antoineabichacra9543 6 ай бұрын
Why do you need a preamp since these speakers have a phono input?
@vascoernesto78 8 ай бұрын
I had previously purchased powered Edifier speakers for my AT-LP60X turntable (basic beginner setup). They do sound great but I am now considering upgrading to a Cambridge amplifier. Should I switch to passive speakers instead?
@nloop 8 ай бұрын
It comes down to personal preference. I like passive speakers since I get flexibility in the setup, and different amplifiers modify the sound signature. However, active speakers these days are so good, and much easier to setup & use, that passives aren't always necessary.
@vascoernesto78 8 ай бұрын
@@nloopgot it, and thanks for the reply. If I were to get an amp, I'd have to switch to passive, though, right?
@bearded_wolverine3503 5 ай бұрын
Yes if you switch to pasive, you'll need to get an amp. If you're running a turntable with passive make sure the amp has integrated preamp @vascoernesto78
@almukhametovar 8 ай бұрын
Thanks. What is difference with Fives?
@campznc 6 ай бұрын
Hello, Great video but you forgot to mention that the Klipsch r51pm already has an integrated phono preamp so you do not need an external phono preamp for your turntable.
@nloop 6 ай бұрын
That's a great point. I should have included that. It definitely helps remove one extra thing from the equation.
@Trojan0304 4 ай бұрын
Plugged my old Technics 1600mk2 turntable since these 51 has phono preamp. Also used Optical to hook up old Technics PD 5 disc CD player. Yeah , works well with old audio,lol
@Thug2u 6 ай бұрын
I have 110hz speakers and my avr only has 100hz or 120hz selections is it ok to set avr to 100hz for my 110hz speakers or is it best to keep them at 120hz? Any help would be appreciated thank you....
@lapinobel 7 ай бұрын
Do these need a preamp for the record player? I own a Planar p2 but I was under the impression that these Klipsch have a builtin phono preamp or am I wrong? If so, any reason to use the preamp then?
@bearded_wolverine3503 5 ай бұрын
According to the klipsch website they have a pre-amp integrated already
@jukingeo 29 күн бұрын
I know this is probably mentioned before, but this speaker DOES have a built in phono pre-amp, so you don't need the ART box mentioned in the review. Just connect the turntable to the RCA wires and the ground wire to the binding post on the speaker and flip the line / phono switch to phono.
@danuribe4703 6 ай бұрын
Can I connect these to my "old school" pioneer receiver that has a phono output? Thanks
@MoonLiteWolf 5 ай бұрын
How do you feel about buying refurbished? Is it a good or bad idea for speakers?
@bearded_wolverine3503 3 ай бұрын
If you're purchasing directly from klipsch or a certified partner then I wouldn't hesitate
@FranklovesBunnies 7 ай бұрын
Hi how do these compare to the klipsch the fives ?
@bearded_wolverine3503 5 ай бұрын
I just purchased these today on Amazon for $279! 50 percent off flash sale. These will replace my alesis elevate MK5
@l67swap1 5 ай бұрын
Same 😊😊
@nloop 5 ай бұрын
Amazing deal.
@ANoDYNUSjosh 4 ай бұрын
Sale is still on. Just snapped them up myself and I'll have them in a few days.
@user-wu2lh7di2l 10 ай бұрын
I made the mistake of buying really high quality studio monitors for dj’ing. Dying for something with a bit more warmth
@awtactrl 8 ай бұрын
Would these deliver enough lowend for music in a 36m2 (400sq ft) apartment? I currently use logitech z906 but are looking at these for something with higher sound quality.
@nloop 8 ай бұрын
More than enough for a space that size. They’d be overkill tbh, but that means if you ever move to a bigger spot in the future you’d have even more headroom and be future proofed.
@JayPatrol 25 күн бұрын
What about using them as front left and right speakers with a center channel speaker
@70axels70 7 ай бұрын
A subwoofer can be attached to these?
@steveseybolt 2 ай бұрын
I bought a pair and was wondering if I should getting to Sub to go with them.
@joseantoniotorresmartinez9314 Жыл бұрын
Hi, great video! Do i need a phono preamp for my turntable if i get these speakers? (Project carbon evo)
@nloop Жыл бұрын
That turntable looks like it needs a phono pre amp and does not have one built in,
@ramirax5390 6 ай бұрын
Can I connect them to another pair of speakers?
@happyscaretale6437 7 ай бұрын
Hello.. I watched the video but didn't really understand.. Do I need to buy an external amp for these speakers to work? Can I just plug them and connect with Bluetooth?
@nloop 7 ай бұрын
Yes, the only reason you would need an external amp is for a turntable's audio. But these just work right out of the box for any other source.
@carltonturner9187 10 ай бұрын
So i just bought a fluance rt85 with a zen phono preamp and i just got these r51pms, my question is can i use the zen with these speakers? Ive been reading that these speakers have a built in phono pre amp. Did i waste money on the zen preamp?
@nloop 10 ай бұрын
You did not waste money! The speakers need their own amp, just as the turntable needs it's own amp. Klipsch just happens to have it's own built in. So you would do Fluance -> Phono Preamp ->Klipsch directly. Edit: after further research, the klipsch does in fact have a phono amp inside as well. So an external amp isn’t necessary. That said, the zen pre amp may be of higher quality than the built in on the Klipsch. It’s the same reason I have an external pre amp as well, even though I don’t technically need it. It’s personal preference ultimately and this gives you options.
@JakeNicholson-nn6vo 8 ай бұрын
I just got the Uturn orbit turntable with a built in preamp. I've experienced heavy distortion if both preamps are enabled. Am I doing something wrong? It seems like the extra amp is unnecessary.
@nloop 8 ай бұрын
@@JakeNicholson-nn6vo It turns out that this speaker has a phono pre amp built in (as well as a standard amp for its own audio generation) Long story short, you can disable the phono mode on the Klipsch and switch it to line, if you have a pre amp on the turntable or a pre amp externally. You don’t need both enabled or you will encounter distortion.
@frankm3204 8 ай бұрын
So do these not have their own built in amp? Looking for a set to work with new iMac
@nloop 8 ай бұрын
They do have a built in amp. They are powered speakers and will work great with a new imac.
@eversosleight 4 ай бұрын
Is this price for 1 speaker or pair?
@bearded_wolverine3503 3 ай бұрын
It's for the pair, I have these and they are great. I matched them wirh the klispch r120sw (sub) and run my sl1200MK2 with it
@BenSkyLakewood 11 ай бұрын
ty
@SilentXFoxX71 Жыл бұрын
Whats the biggest Con, that you found? I been looking into these speakers for weeks and im not sure.
@nloop Жыл бұрын
I’m hard pressed to find any, to be honest. They are huge, if you’re not ready for the size and you have a small setup, then they may not be a good fit. You also can’t tune the sound signature if that’s important to you. But otherwise they are impressive in every other way. If you buy them from somewhere with a good return policy, such as Amazon or Best Buy, and you don’t like them you could always just sent them back!
@SilentXFoxX71 Жыл бұрын
@nloop Well, im actually looking for speakers for a turntable player, I have a Audio-Technica AT-LP60X-BK. So far these speakers have got my attention and I'm thinking of trying them out.
@carlosbarraza4524 Жыл бұрын
@Mr.Garcia if you want a smaller speaker you could get the little brother the klipsch r41pm
@joshgitch2528 8 ай бұрын
Would the klipsch nines be much better or ??
@nloop 8 ай бұрын
Most certainly the nines are better. But they are almost five times the price, so I wouldn’t consider them starter speakers at all.
@samadams219 6 ай бұрын
how do i set the phono/line switch on both the speaker and the turntable? thanks.
@anthonycruciani939 2 ай бұрын
Depends which phono stage you want to use, the TT's or the Klipsch speakers'. If you want to use phono preamp on your TT set its switch to "Line" and the speakers' phone stage switch to "Phono".
@samadams219 2 ай бұрын
@@anthonycruciani939 thank you
@el_salo Жыл бұрын
Do you think necessary to add a subwoofer?
@nloop Жыл бұрын
Nope! These things have incredible bass. That said you can add one down the road if you still want more rumble.
@el_salo Жыл бұрын
@@nloop Thanks! I wanted a good set of speakers to listen some vinyl records and to connect with my tv for movies. So I guess I will go with these.
@Czarek1 10 ай бұрын
Hi.can l use them with android phone?thanks
@nloop 10 ай бұрын
Yep, if it has Bluetooth!
@juanportillo7702 2 ай бұрын
Would these be good for tv? Like to enjoy a movie?
@mozzfan714 3 ай бұрын
Had Mikas…sometimes BT lagged/skipped turntable to mikas, better lined wired. Outta the blue, died..no BT or line. 3 years light use. Look perfect..make no sound. Cust service wouldnt offer a coupon so they lost me..wasn’t ever crazy bout them anyway
@mistermushroom652 10 ай бұрын
Are you sure the speakers don't a have a phono preamp?
@nloop 10 ай бұрын
Hi! These have a built in amp, as mentioned in the video! This means that as long as your turntable also has it's own amp, you're all set
@VinylNerdDesign 8 ай бұрын
These speakers actually do have an integrated phono preamp built in, though personally I like the sound I get from my stand alone preamp better.
@robertmcdonald9280 3 ай бұрын
B&W are much better.
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