Klipsch RP-504C Center Channel Speaker (Walnut)

Its all about the drivers and this center speaker does not disappoint.

Absolutely incredible sound clarity. I can distinctly hear each instrument as I focus, they are not muddled together. Dialog from movies is crystal clear and I never miss what they say anymore. The new trim inside the horn and around the woofers has given it enough wife points that I can keep the grille off at all times.

I have RP-280FA fronts, RP-150M surrounds, and RP-500C center. I always thought the RP-500C gets a little drowned out by the front, so I replaced it with the 600C. The 600C was actually worse than the 500C, so I returned it to my local frys electronics store and got the RP-504C. Im now very happy with my HT system. The 504C is louder (has more ooomph) and sounds better than both speakers mentioned earlier even when set to Large on my Yamaha receiver. If you already have the 500C and are thinking of upgrading to 600C, dont do it, you will be disappointed. Skip the 600C and go for the 504C, otherwise, stick with 500C.

So this one is really big and I replaced it with my deftech cs9040 which was great too but I think when I compared both for vocals I found this one better. Both were on sale yet Klipsh 504 was $150 more expensive than CS 9040. Probably CS 9060 might outperform it because it has subwoofer bulit into it but I didnt have that one with me that time. I am not audiophile but I found this better and all my friends who heard it, loved it. Regardless, you cant go wrong with it. Its just the price now. You might want to wait until it comes down in 500s range.

Great speaker

I had an old Yamaha central speaker I could never clearly hear dialogue in 5.1 surround. I always had to turn on the TVs sound to compensate or switch to 2.1 stereo. I think I had an under powered central speaker. Im not an audiophile or a techie when it comes to stereo equipment. I just know if it sounds good or bad. I decided to up my game with these powerful central speakers. Dont laugh, but I thought, it comes with 4 speakers vs. the 2 on my Yamaha, its gotta be better right? I have a pair of Klipisch front speakers, so Ill stay with this brand. WOW! Im blown away at how much more powerful and dynamic my 5.1 setup is with this center speaker. I can finally enjoy my movies and hear the dialogue! Best money spent on my home entertainment this year, period.

Overall, it’s a great improvement to my sound system. It’s regrettable that it has to be made overseas…you’ll certainly notice some low quality construction of the speaker cabinet. The MDF seems barely strong enough to sustain its own weight. It will be fine as long as it’s not subjected to a sideways load (someone leaning on it for example). I would like to have seen plywood or solid wood cabinet at this price point. Some foam inside is present for vibration reduction along wire runs. This foam will be a degrader to sound quality within a few years as it begins to decompose. The initial sound quality is excellent, but this is far from the last speaker you will ever need. Even if Klipsch only made the cabinet domestically, and imported the drivers, they could deliver a much better overall product.

High quality at a reasonable price!

My system is now complete with a great Center Speaker. Solidly constructed and great sound quality!

One of the best sounding center channel speaker on the market. Rich, clear, clean, and robust sounds and tones. Excellent for watching movies. It gives you clear and concise voice dialog and subtle tones. This is a very good purchase for the money.