Klipsch The Fives Review: Ranked #12 of 64

Last updated: September 10, 2026

The Klipsch The Fives ranks #12 out of 64 total Medium Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers for sound quality. See Top Recommended Speakers By Attribute for all the top speaker suggestions.

Brand: Klipsch

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Klipsch The Fives - ranked #12 of 64 Medium Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers · Editor's rating 4.3/5
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Pros: In the tested Bass Cut mode, Erin’s Klippel data gives preference scores of 4.62 standalone and 6.98 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.

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.

How it compares: Just above it: Genelec 8020D - $401 more. Just below it: JBL 305P MKII - $380 cheaper.

Bass Extension (-10dB)47.3Hz (measured, Erin's Audio Corner)
Bass Extension (-3dB)57Hz (measured, Erin's Audio Corner)
Bluetooth CodecsSBC, AAC, aptX, aptX HD
DSPDynamic Bass, Flat and Bass Cut profiles
Drivers1" horn-loaded tweeter; 4.5" woofer
InputsHDMI ARC, USB, optical, Bluetooth, phono/line RCA
SensitivityNot applicable (active DSP loudspeaker)
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