Klipsch RP-500C MKII Reference Premiere Center Channel Speaker
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Klipsch RP-500C MKII Reference Premiere Center Channel Speaker
Overview
Most centre channels sound fine on a quiet dialogue scene and fall apart the moment a movie gets loud, losing clarity right when you need it most. The Klipsch RP-500C II is built to hold its composure at any volume.
The RP-500C II pairs a 1" titanium Linear Travel Suspension (LTS) tweeter with a larger 90° x 90° silicone composite hybrid Tractrix horn for crisp, controlled highs, and dual 5.25" Cerametallic woofers, updated with a refined motor structure for lower distortion and better control. A Tractrix-geometry rear-firing port moves air quickly and quietly for punchier, cleaner bass.
Additional internal bracing minimizes cabinet resonance, and the input panel uses audiophile-grade wire with aluminum binding posts. Cork pads replace rubber bumpers for secure, vibration-damped placement on a shelf or media console, and the magnetic grille attaches cleanly for either a bold or discreet look.
Simcoe Audio Video Insight
For Central Ontario clients working with a standard media console, the RP-500C II hits the size and performance balance most home theatres actually need — it shares the same driver technology as the larger RP-504C II but in a shorter cabinet, so it fits where the flagship centre channel won't.
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Why the Klipsch RP-500C II Stands Out
Dual Cerametallic Woofers
Two 5.25" woofers with a refined motor structure for lower distortion and better control.
Titanium LTS Vented Tweeter
Minimizes distortion and standing waves for detailed, clear highs.
Larger Hybrid Tractrix Horn
Improves high-frequency transfer and soundstage clarity.
Tractrix-Geometry Port
Moves air quickly and quietly for punchier, cleaner bass.
Cork Pads for Secure Placement
Replace rubber bumpers for secure, vibration-damped placement on a shelf or console.
Reinforced, Low-Resonance Cabinet
Additional internal bracing keeps vocals clear even at higher volumes.
Buyer's Guide
Who It's For
- The Space-Conscious Theatre Builder: wants Reference Premiere performance in a manageable cabinet height.
- The Dialogue-Focused Viewer: stepping up from a soundbar and wants voices to stay clear at any volume.
- The Reference Premiere System Owner: wants a tonal match for RP-series towers and bookshelf speakers.
How It Compares
The RP-500C II is Klipsch's most popular mid-sized Reference Premiere centre channel. For a larger room and more output, the quad-woofer RP-504C II is the flagship choice; for an especially shallow console or wall placement, the sealed-cabinet RP-404C II is the space-saving alternative.
Klipsch RP-500C MKII Reference Premiere Center Channel Speaker Specifications
| General Information | |
|---|---|
| Model | Klipsch RP-500C II |
| Type | Centre Channel Speaker |
| Audio | |
| Tweeter | 1" Titanium LTS Vented Tweeter with Hybrid Tractrix Horn |
| Woofers | Two 5.25" Cerametallic Cone Woofers |
| Frequency Response | 56Hz – 25kHz |
| Sensitivity | 94 dB |
| Nominal Impedance | 8 Ohms |
| Power Handling | 100W RMS / 400W Peak |
| Crossover Frequency | 1,630 Hz |
| Enclosure Type | Bass-Reflex, Rear-Firing Tractrix Port |
| Physical Specifications | |
| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 6.87" x 19.34" x 10.58" (17.4 x 49.1 x 26.9 cm) |
| Weight | 18.3 lbs (8.30 kg) |
| Finish | Ebony or Walnut Vinyl |
| Grille | Magnetic Cloth Grille |