Klipsch The Fives Review: Rated 4.3/5

Last updated: October 27, 2026

The Klipsch The Fives is rated 4.3/5 for sound quality, #17 of 108 Medium Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers. See all Powered Home rankings for every top pick.

Klipsch The Fives · Editor's rating 4.3/5, ranked #17 of 108 Medium Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers
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Brand: Klipsch

#17 Klipsch The Fives: $324.95 per pair Discontinued Amazon $324.95 eBay

Newer model: the Klipsch The Fives II, ranked lower, estimated 4.3/5, released Jan 2026. See every Klipsch The Fives, Sevens and Nines generation.

Same family: the Klipsch The Sevens (larger bookshelf, rated 3.7/5) and the Klipsch The Nines (larger bookshelf, rated 4.2/5).

Pros: A versatile powered pair that replaces a soundbar, with good balance in Bass Cut mode plus HDMI ARC, phono and a subwoofer output. In the tested Bass Cut mode, Erin’s Klippel data gives preference scores of 5.52 standalone and 7.89 with an ideal subwoofer, with a 2.7dB midrange response span. That mode offers considerably better tonal balance than the bass-heavy default behavior. HDMI ARC, phono/line input, digital inputs and subwoofer output make it a versatile stereo alternative to a soundbar. Measured bass extension of 57Hz (-3dB).

Cons: The favorable score specifically requires Bass Cut mode; it does not describe every firmware or bass setting. Bass reaches -3dB around 59Hz in that configuration. The review reports increasing compression around 200Hz and below 80Hz as volume rises, reducing bass dynamics. Careful placement and a subwoofer remain useful, and the horn/woofer transition is not perfectly uniform off-axis. Discontinued.

Is the Klipsch The Fives right for you?

Buy it if

  • you want measurably neutral sound (preference score 7.9 with a subwoofer).
  • you want to connect a TV over HDMI.

Skip it if

  • you want to buy it new: it is discontinued.
ReleasedMay 2020 (6 years ago)
AES InputNo
Amplifier Power160W total system power (320W peak)
Aux InputNo
Bass Extension (-10dB)47.3Hz (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner)
Bass Extension (-3dB)57Hz (measured, Erin’s Audio Corner)
BluetoothYes
Bluetooth CodecsSBC, AAC, aptX, aptX HD
Bluetooth Version5.0
Coaxial InputNo
DSPDynamic Bass, Flat and Bass Cut profiles
Dimensions12”H x 6.5”W x 9.2”D (304.8 x 165.1 x 234.95 mm)
Drivers1” horn-loaded tweeter; 4.5” woofer
Frequency Response50Hz - 25kHz (Manufacturer specified)
HDMI InputYes
InputsHDMI ARC, USB, optical, Bluetooth, phono/line RCA
Optical InputYes
OutputsSubwoofer
RCA InputYes
Spinorama Preference Score5.52
Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub7.89
Subwoofer OutputYes
TRS InputNo
USB InputYes
WeightPrimary 11.8 lbs (5.35 kg), Secondary 10.7 lbs (4.85 kg)
XLR InputNo
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