Overview

The Klipsch RP-1400SW is a 14-inch powered subwoofer from the Reference Premiere series, pairing an ultra long throw spun-copper Cerametallic woofer with a 500 W RMS (1,000 W peak) Class D amplifier. Klipsch rates it down to 16 Hz with 124 dB maximum output, giving movies and music deep, physical bass with plenty of headroom. It suits large living rooms and dedicated home theatres that need more output than a 12-inch sub.

The front-firing Cerametallic woofer is light and very rigid, keeping cone breakup and distortion low for cleaner output on less amplifier power. The amplifier uses an analog preamp stage to keep the signal path clean, and a front-firing Aerofoil slot port with internal flare geometry minimizes port noise. With both the driver and port facing forward, you have more freedom in where the subwoofer goes.

Low-pass crossover and variable phase controls let you blend the sub with your speakers and room, and dual RCA/LFE line inputs connect to a home theatre receiver's subwoofer output. A built-in port accepts the Klipsch WA-2 Wireless Subwoofer Kit (sold separately), and the RCA and wireless inputs can be used at the same time. A ½-watt standby mode keeps idle power low, and the scratch-resistant ebony vinyl cabinet has rounded corners, shock-absorbing rubber feet, steel grille posts and a woven cloth grille.

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At 21.34 x 20 x 25.67 inches and 83.7 lb, the RP-1400SW needs a planned spot, so measure first. Start near the front of the room, then try the subwoofer crawl: put the sub at your seat, play bass-heavy content, and walk the room to find where bass sounds smoothest. Run your receiver's room correction afterward to set level and distance. If you add a second sub later, two identical subs are the simplest to set up and balance. If you're within our Central Ontario service area, our custom install team can help with placement and calibration in a dedicated theatre.

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Why the Klipsch RP-1400SW Stands Out

Buyer's Guide

Who It's For

• Dedicated Home Theatres: Want deep, high-output bass.
• Large Living Rooms: Want more than a 12" sub delivers.
• Reference Premiere Owners: Want a sub that matches RP speakers.

How It Compares

The RP-1200SW uses a 12" woofer and 400 W RMS (800 W peak), rated at 16.5 Hz to 138 Hz with 121 dB maximum output. The RP-1400SW steps up to a 14" woofer and 500 W RMS (1,000 W peak), reaching 16 Hz to 141 Hz with 124 dB maximum output, and the RP-1600SW goes further with a 16" woofer, 800 W RMS, 14.5 Hz and 125.5 dB. Choose the RP-1400SW when you want a clear step in output over the RP-1200SW without the RP-1600SW's larger 110.9 lb cabinet.