RP-502S II Surround Sound Speakers
Best surround speakers for immersive home theater enthusiasts.
Immerse yourself in cinematic sound with the Klipsch Reference Premiere RP-502S II surround speakers. These speakers create a lifelike, wraparound audio experience with Wide Dispersion Surround Technology (WDST). Dual 1" titanium LTS vented tweeters and dual 5-1/4" Cerametallic woofers deliver exceptional clarity and powerful bass. The furniture-grade ebony finish blends seamlessly into your home decor. Designed for easy placement and wall-mounting, they are a perfect addition to any home theater system. Experience true theater-quality surround sound and versatile usage options, including Dolby Atmos.
$599.99
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Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
501
/ 6550
#501 in Speakers
Price vs Category Average
-59%
Below average
Who it's for
- Design-conscious homeowners wanting premium, furniture-grade aesthetics
- Home theater fans seeking a seamless, immersive surround experience
- Audiophiles who crave crisp, dynamic, and highly detailed high frequencies
Who should skip it
- Budget-focused buyers looking for affordable surround sound solutions
- Apartment dwellers with limited wall space or small rooms
- Listeners sensitive to sharp or fatiguing high-frequency output
Performance breakdown
Soundstage Immersion
Wide Dispersion Surround Technology creates a truly expansive, cinematic audio environment.
High-Frequency Clarity
Titanium tweeters deliver crisp, detailed highs without harshness or unwanted distortion.
Bass Impact
Cerametallic woofers provide punchy, controlled low-end performance for a compact speaker.
Installation Versatility
Sealed cabinet design and integrated mounting make wall placement effortless.
Build Aesthetics
Furniture-grade ebony finish offers a sophisticated look for modern living spaces.
System Integration
High sensitivity ensures seamless pairing with most home theater receivers.
Key Specs
Dual 1" LTS Titanium Diaphragm Tweeters with Tractrix® Horns
Dual 5-1/4" Cerametallic™ Cone Woofers
Frequency Response
62-25,000 Hz (±3dB)
Sensitivity
94 dB
Power Handling
Up to 100 watts RMS
Impedance
8 ohms
Acoustic Suspension (Sealed) Cabinet Design
Dimensions
11-15/16"W x 13-15/16"H x 7-9/16"D
Features
- Lifelike, wraparound surround sound
- Enhanced soundstage with Hybrid Tractrix Horn
- Minimized distortion with LTS Titanium Tweeter
- Powerful bass from Cerametallic woofers
- Elegant, scratch-resistant ebony finish
- Easy on-wall mounting
- Versatile for Dolby Atmos or rear surround
- Removable magnetic grille
What customers say
These surround speakers earn high praise for delivering an incredibly immersive and seamless sound field. Users consistently note that sound effects are highly detailed and effectively disappear into the room, creating a cohesive 360-degree bubble during playback. The design contributes to wide dispersion and dynamic range, making them a significant upgrade. Beyond acoustics, the robust build quality and signature aesthetic reinforce their premium standing. While the price places them in the enthusiast category, buyers feel the exceptional performance justifies the investment, resulting in very high satisfaction for those seeking reference level surround sound.
Know before you buy
Yes, the RP-502S II is designed for easy wall-mounting. The cabinet features integrated keyhole slots, making it straightforward to secure them to your wall for a clean, professional home theater setup.
Absolutely. These speakers are highly versatile and can be used as rear or side surrounds in a traditional surround sound configuration, or integrated into a Dolby Atmos system to provide immersive, overhead-style audio effects.
WDST allows these speakers to create a more expansive and lifelike soundstage. By angling the drivers, the speakers disperse sound over a wider area, which helps eliminate 'hot spots' and ensures a consistent, immersive audio experience regardless of where you are sitting in the room.
While the dual 5-1/4" Cerametallic woofers provide punchy and clear mid-bass, they are designed as surround speakers and have a frequency response starting at 62 Hz. For the full cinematic experience and deep, room-shaking low frequencies, we recommend pairing them with a dedicated powered subwoofer.
The acoustic suspension design means the cabinet is sealed rather than ported. This typically results in tighter, more accurate bass response and makes the speakers less sensitive to placement, allowing you to mount them closer to walls or corners without the sound becoming boomy.
Yes, the speakers come with removable magnetic grilles. You can easily take them off if you prefer the look of the exposed Cerametallic woofers and titanium tweeters, or keep them on for a more discreet, furniture-grade appearance.
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