Klipsch R-40M Bookshelf Speaker - Pair
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Klipsch R-40M Bookshelf Speaker - Pair
Overview
Not every room has space for full-size tower speakers, but that shouldn't mean settling for thin, compressed sound. The Klipsch R-40M packs genuine hi-fi performance into a compact bookshelf cabinet.
The R-40M pairs a 1" aluminum Linear Travel Suspension (LTS) tweeter with a 90° x 90° Tractrix horn for crisp, low-distortion highs, and a 4" spun-copper Thermoformed Crystalline Polymer (TCP) woofer for accurate midrange and bass. A Tractrix port adds low-end output beyond what the compact bass-reflex enclosure could deliver on its own.
The reinforced MDF cabinet is finished in scratch-resistant textured wood grain vinyl, with hidden fasteners and a low-profile magnetic grille for a clean look. Single gold-plated binding posts per speaker keep hookup simple.
Simcoe Audio Video Insight
For Central Ontario clients working with tighter rooms, condos, or secondary systems, the R-40M's horn-loaded tweeter is the detail that matters most — it controls dispersion instead of just radiating outward, so detail holds up even if you're not sitting dead-centre. Give the port a couple of feet of clearance from the rear wall for the tightest bass.
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Why the Klipsch R-40M Stands Out
Tractrix Horn-Loaded Tweeter
A 1" aluminum LTS tweeter on a 90° x 90° horn delivers detailed, controlled highs.
Spun-Copper TCP Woofer
A 4" woofer delivers accurate midrange and bass in a compact cabinet.
Compact, Room-Friendly Footprint
Sized for shelves, stands, and smaller rooms without giving up output.
Bass-Reflex Port for Fuller Low End
Extends output beyond what the compact enclosure could deliver sealed.
Durable, Low-Profile Cabinet
Hidden fasteners and a magnetic grille keep the look clean; the finish is scratch-resistant.
Simple Binding-Post Hookup
Single gold-plated binding posts per speaker keep wiring straightforward.
Buyer's Guide
Who It's For
- The Space-Conscious Listener: wants real hi-fi sound without full-size tower speakers.
- The Home Theater Builder: works well as front or surround channels in a Klipsch Reference system.
- The Desktop or Near-Field Listener: compact enough for close-range music listening.
How It Compares
The R-40M is the entry point into Klipsch's Reference bookshelf lineup, sitting below the larger-driver R-50M. Both share the same TCP woofer and Tractrix horn tweeter design, but the R-50M's larger woofer extends bass further and handles more power for bigger rooms. For a compact secondary system or tight space, the R-40M is the right-sized choice; for a primary system in a larger room, the R-50M is worth the step up.
Klipsch R-40M Bookshelf Speaker - Pair Specifications
| General Information | |
|---|---|
| Model | Klipsch R-40M |
| Type | Bookshelf Speaker (Sold as Pair) |
| Audio | |
| High-Frequency Driver | 1" Aluminum LTS Tweeter with 90° x 90° Tractrix Horn |
| Low-Frequency Driver | Single 4" Spun-Copper TCP Woofer |
| Frequency Response | 71Hz – 21kHz |
| Sensitivity | 91 dB |
| Power Handling (Continuous/Peak) | 50W/200W |
| Nominal Impedance | 8 Ohms |
| Crossover Frequency | 1,770 Hz |
| Enclosure Type | Bass-Reflex (Ported) |
| Connectivity | |
| Inputs | Single Gold-Plated Binding Posts per Speaker |
| Physical Specifications | |
| Enclosure Material | MDF, Scratch-Resistant Textured Wood Grain Vinyl |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 5.8" x 11.7" x 8.5" (146 x 298 x 216 mm) |
| Weight | 7 lbs (3.2 kg) per Speaker |
| Finish | Black Textured Wood Grain Vinyl |
| Grille | Magnetic Front Grille |