Name: Klipsch Reference R-101SW
Brand: Klipsch
SKU: 714R101SW
Price: 499.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 5 (12 reviews)

by Crutchfield's Colin M.

Deep bass with a classic look

Klipsch is at it again with their latest line of Reference speakers, coupling classic design sensibility with the excellent performance they're known for. The 10" R-101SW subwoofer gives you detailed, powerful low-frequency punch that'll liven up your favorite movies and music. This sub works perfectly with the rest of the Reference lineup, but it'll rock in almost any system.

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The Klipsch R-101SW subwoofer delivers clean, powerful bass and is a stylish addition to any living room.

Deep bass with a classic look

An efficient and precise woofer

The sub's built-in 150-watt digital amplifier, reinforced enclosure, and expertly crafted woofer cone keep its bass reproduction true to the original recording. The copper-spun TCP (Thermoformed Crystalline Polymer) cone is light but rigid, giving you deep low-frequecy extension with minimal cone breakup and degradation.

Keeping it simple

It's easy to integrate the R-101SW into your system. A line-level stereo RCA/LFE input lets you connect to most stereo or home theater receivers. And back-panel crossover, auto switching, and phase controls help you dial in the sub to match the room and the rest of your setup.

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Product highlights:

10" front-firing woofer made of spun-copper TCP (Thermoformed Crystalline Polymer)
built-in digital amplifier delivers 150 watts RMS of continuous power (300 watts peak dynamic power)
frequency response: 29.5-120 Hz
bass reflex (ported) cabinet design with rear-firing port
maximum output: 115 dB
3/4" MDF enclosure
scratch-resistant textured woodgrain vinyl finish
internal bracing for reduced vibration
acoustically transparent low-profile grille
adjustable low-pass crossover (40-160 Hz)
phase switch (0/180°)
auto on/off
RCA line-level/LFE input
front LED power indicator
dimensions (measured by Crutchfield): 14-1/16"W x 14-9/16"H x 20-13/16"D
weight: 30.6 lbs.
warranty: 5 years (woofer), 2 years (amplifier)
MFR # 1070404

What's in the box:

Klipsch Reference R-101SW owner's manual

Powered subwoofer
Grille
6.5' AC power cord
User Manual
Important Safety Instructions
Warranty Information

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Features & specs


Enclosure	Ported
Woofer Size (inches)	10
Woofer Composition	Spun-Copper TCP
Firing Direction	Front
Amplifier Output (watts)	150
Frequency Response	29.5-1 Hz
Connections
Preamp-Level Inputs	Stereo RCA/LFE
Speaker-Level Inputs	No
Speaker-Level Outputs	No
Wireless	No
Controls
Low-Pass Crossover Freq	40-160 Hz
High-Pass Crossover Freq	N/A
Phase Switch	Yes
App Control	No
Remote	No
Other Info
Height (inches)	14-9/16
Width (inches)	14-1/16
Depth (inches)	20-13/16
Weight	30.6 lbs
Speaker Parts Warranty	5 Years
Speaker Labor Warranty	5 Years
Amplifier Parts Warranty	2 Years
Amplifier Labor Warranty	2 Years

The Klipsch Reference R-101SW replaces these items:

Klipsch R-100SW

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Features

150 Watt Class D Amp: The Klipsch R-101SW powered sub employs an all-digital 150 watt RMS (300 watt Peak) amplifier for high efficiency and dynamic bass performance. The built-in, all-digital amplifier of the R-101SW subwoofer delivers ample power with high efficiency and true-to-source accuracy reproduction; thus providing maximum output, detail, and power that fills your home.

10" Spun-Copper TCP Woofer: The Klipsch Reference III Series R-101SW powered sub houses a front-firing 10" woofer for deep, accurate bass. The high-performance 10" woofer features a revamped spun-copper thermoformed crystalline polymer (TCP) cone that is exceptionally lightweight and offers minimal cone breakup for detailed low frequency response and degradation-free distortion.

MDF Cabinet: The 10" spun-copper TCP woofer is housed in a durable MDF cabinet that is finished with a scratch resistant, textured wood-grain vinyl. Its reinforced 3/4" MDF construction reduces cabinet vibration for less audible coloration and improved sonic accuracy; giving you the ultimate listening experience that's built to last. There are heavy-duty rubber feet on the bottom of the cabinet to help isolate the subwoofer from your floor. The included low-profile front grille adds a refined look and is acoustically transparent.

Rear Firing Port: The Klipsch Reference III Series R-101SW powered subwoofer's enclosure utilizes a bass reflex design with a rear-firing port for greater efficiency and bigger bass.

Controls: The level control, low pass crossover, and phase switch allow you to blend the powered subwoofer's low-frequency tones with your system's other speakers, as well as establish the ideal level of bass.

Level Control: The level control adjusts the subwoofer's volume relative to the rest of your home audio system. After the sub's level control has been set, the volume control of your AV receiver will be the volume control for both the Klipsch powered subwoofer and your connected loudspeakers.
Low Pass Crossover: The variable low pass crossover is adjustable from 40Hz to 160Hz/LFE. The crossover point chosen determines where low bass frequencies are "handed-off" from your AV system's loudspeakers to the Klipsch powered subwoofer. Set the crossover point based on the size of your systems' main left/right speakers.
Phase Switch: This control is used to acoustically match the subwoofer's output to your main speakers. Select the position either 0° or 180° in which your subwoofer has more output at the listening position.

LFE/RCA Inputs: The Klipsch R-101SW powered subwoofer is equipped with a pair of line-level RCA-type inputs to connect the sub to your AV receiver or integrated amplifier.

LFE Input: Most of today's AV receivers have a line-level subwoofer output (LFE). If your receiver has an LFE output, connect one end of a subwoofer cable (sold separately) to this output and connect the other end of the cable into the powered subwoofer's line-level input labeled "LEFT/LFE". Set the powered sub's built-in crossover to "LFE" with this type of connection.
Stereo Input: In absence of a subwoofer (LFE) output on your receiver, as an alternative hookup, you can connect Left & Right channel pre-amp outputs from the receiver to both the "Left/LFE" and "Right" inputs on the powered subwoofer.

LED Indicator: The front-mounted LED power indicator lets you know when the sub is powered on or off. The LED will light green when the powered subwoofer is on and receiving a signal. If the LED is dark and not lit, the powered sub is off.

Auto Power On/Off: The powered subwoofer will automatically turn On when it senses an audio signal. It will automatically go into "Standby mode" after 15-20 minutes with no audio signal. You can also choose to turn the powered sub On or Off manually from the rear-switch on the back.

Placement: Klipsch powered subwoofers are designed to reproduce deep bass and deliver the impact that makes your movies and music come alive. For optimum performance, place your subwoofer in a corner of the room on the same wall as your front channel speakers. Please note that room placement can have a dramatic effect on the performance of your powered subwoofer. Corner placement will increase the amount of bass output, while placing the subwoofer along the middle of a wall, or out in the room will decrease the amount of bass output.