Different classes, so treat this as a step-up-or-not question rather than a head-to-head. The Fluid Audio C35BT ranks #35 of 48 powered bookshelf speakers by sound quality at $139; the Klipsch ProMedia Lumina ranks #4 of 8 powered subwoofer and satellite combo speakers by sound quality at $379.99.
Why pick the Fluid Audio C35BT: An inexpensive desktop pair with Bluetooth, balanced inputs, a front volume knob and a headphone jack for a basic computer setup. Watch for: Preference scores of 2.57 standalone and 5.57 with an ideal subwoofer indicate that the limitations are not just missing bass.
Why pick the Klipsch ProMedia Lumina: A desktop 2.1 system with horn tweeters, a separate subwoofer for real bass, tiltable stands, app control, and USB-C plus Bluetooth. The tradeoff: The review reports treble elevated about 3-5dB when aimed straight at the listener; some toe-out can reduce the brightness.
Buy the Fluid Audio C35BT at $139 if you want a powered bookshelf speaker. Buy the Klipsch ProMedia Lumina at $379.99 if you want a powered subwoofer and satellite combo speaker instead.
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Specifications Side By Side
| Fluid Audio C35BT | Klipsch ProMedia Lumina | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $139.00 per pair | $379.99 |
| Ranked | #35 of 48 in Small Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers | #4 of 8 in Powered Subwoofer and Satellite Combo Speakers |
| Enclosure | Powered 2-way, front-ported | - |
| Drivers | 0.8” silk-dome tweeter, 3.5” composite woofer | 1” tractrix horn tweeter, 3.5” mid, 6.5” powered subwoofer |
| Amplifier Power | 64W total | 100W RMS, 200W peak |
| Inputs | Bluetooth, RCA, 3.5mm, balanced TRS | USB-C, 3.5mm Aux, Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Outputs | Headphone | - |
| Dimensions | 7.3H x 4.9W x 5.9D in | Satellite: 248 x 165 x 102 mm, Subwoofer: 356 x 152 x 352 mm |
| Spinorama Preference Score | 2.57 | - |
| Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub | 5.57 | - |
| Headphone Output | Yes | - |
| XLR Input | No | No |
| RCA Input | Yes | No |
| TRS Input | Yes | No |
| Optical Input | No | No |
| Coaxial Input | No | No |
| USB Input | No | Yes |
| HDMI Input | No | No |
| AES Input | No | No |
| Aux Input | Yes | Yes |
| Weight | 10 lbs (4.52 kg) pair | Satellite: 2.1 lbs (0.95 kg) each, Subwoofer: 11 lbs (4.99 kg) |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.0 | 5.3 |
| Frequency Response | 80Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) | 40Hz - 20kHz (-6dB, Manufacturer specified) |
| Country | - | United States |
| App | - | Klipsch Control app - EQ (fixed bands), RGB lighting control, night mode, music-reactive mode |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | - | 38Hz (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner) |
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | - | 46Hz (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | - | SBC |
| EQ | - | Fixed-band EQ via app (not parametric) |
| Crossover Frequency | - | Satellite: 3.5kHz, Subwoofer: 150Hz |
| Maximum SPL | - | 98dB (manufacturer specified) |
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