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expirediconian | Staff posted Mar 29, 2022 08:26 PM
expirediconian | Staff posted Mar 29, 2022 08:26 PM

Klipsch Reference Premiere RP-450C Center Speaker (Walnut)

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$299

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Adorama has Klipsch Reference Premiere RP-450C Center Speaker (Walnut) for $299. Shipping is free.

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Includes:
  • Klipsch Reference Premiere RP-450C Center Speaker (Walnut)
  • Removable Grille
Features:
  • 90 x 90 Hybrid Tractrix Horn
  • Linear Travel Suspension (LTS) Titanium Tweeter
  • Spun Copper Cerametallic Woofers
  • All New Tractrix Port
  • MDF Cabinet With Brushed Polymer Veneer Baffle Finish
  • Strong, Flexible, Removable Grille

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  • About this deal:
    • This price is $200 lower (40% savings) than the list price of $499.
  • About this product:
    • Klipsch 5 Year Limited Warranty
  • About this store:
    • Details of Adorama's return policy can be found here.

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Written by iconian | Staff
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Adorama has Klipsch Reference Premiere RP-450C Center Speaker (Walnut) for $299. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Deal Editor iconian for finding this deal.

Includes:
  • Klipsch Reference Premiere RP-450C Center Speaker (Walnut)
  • Removable Grille
Features:
  • 90 x 90 Hybrid Tractrix Horn
  • Linear Travel Suspension (LTS) Titanium Tweeter
  • Spun Copper Cerametallic Woofers
  • All New Tractrix Port
  • MDF Cabinet With Brushed Polymer Veneer Baffle Finish
  • Strong, Flexible, Removable Grille

Editor's Notes

Written by SubZero5 | Staff
  • About this deal:
    • This price is $200 lower (40% savings) than the list price of $499.
  • About this product:
    • Klipsch 5 Year Limited Warranty
  • About this store:
    • Details of Adorama's return policy can be found here.

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Written by iconian | Staff

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GeoffreyK24
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I just upgraded to this center during Adorama's last sale maybe two months ago (same price). It was an upgrade from a Reference level center and a vast improvement (seems obvious but I figured I would note it in case someone is in the same situation I was). I currently have it paired with RP-260f as my front L/R mains and RP-150m as surrounds and it is excellent.

For those who aren't as familiar with the product, I encourage you to pay close attention to the dimensions of the speaker. It is decently large and will sound best with some room to breathe behind it, not pushed up against the wall. This might be a deal breaker for some who don't have that kind of room to spare in their space.

For those who are not familiar with the Klipsch brand/sound, they have a very bright sound profile that some love and others love to hate. If you haven't heard them before and have the opportunity to demo before you buy, I would encourage anyone interested in investing in the RP line of products to listen to them in advance to see if you find them to be too harsh.

All said and done, I'm very happy with this center channel performance. I wouldn't pay more than $300 for it since it seems to go on sale pretty regularly and that is a very reasonable price for this model.
BML6182
332 Posts
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I have had this center channel for a few years, it is nearly the same as the newer 504c, only difference is the style and the tweeter is apparently vented on the new model. Many people do not realize that the RP-450C is a three way design, yes, it has two different frequency response ranges for the inside pair of versus the outside pair of woofers. All other reference premier speakers that have dual woofers are two way speakers.

When used as a dedicated center channel, the dialogue in movies is exceptionally crisp and clear, so when sources are in surround modes, you will love the dialogue clarity this speaker can provide. I highly recommend this speaker for anyone building a home theater or looking for an upgrade.
oceanic45
7 Posts
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I have one of these in cherry I got open box through Amazon a few weeks back for the same price. I love Klipsch and was pretty much only going to buy this once it was at this price, don't think you can do a whole lot better. I also just got the matching RP-280s and they sound great. The new models that still sell for much higher are basically the same except for a change to the tweeter that you may or may not even be able to tell the difference from soooo. Unless you can find one on craigslist or something comparable this is as good a price as I have seen recently and you probably won't ever need to buy one again *shrug*

Also yeah it's huge and heavy. And if you are that concerned about the color, buy some vinyl wrap or something..no point paying a bunch more when you can make it any color you want!

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Mar 29, 2022 09:15 PM
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Imperium_virMar 29, 2022 09:15 PM
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504c or I'm not buyin'!
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Mar 29, 2022 09:16 PM
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jn9594Mar 29, 2022 09:16 PM
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Why is the balck one never on sale????
Mar 29, 2022 09:18 PM
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GeoffreyK24Mar 29, 2022 09:18 PM
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I just upgraded to this center during Adorama's last sale maybe two months ago (same price). It was an upgrade from a Reference level center and a vast improvement (seems obvious but I figured I would note it in case someone is in the same situation I was). I currently have it paired with RP-260f as my front L/R mains and RP-150m as surrounds and it is excellent.

For those who aren't as familiar with the product, I encourage you to pay close attention to the dimensions of the speaker. It is decently large and will sound best with some room to breathe behind it, not pushed up against the wall. This might be a deal breaker for some who don't have that kind of room to spare in their space.

For those who are not familiar with the Klipsch brand/sound, they have a very bright sound profile that some love and others love to hate. If you haven't heard them before and have the opportunity to demo before you buy, I would encourage anyone interested in investing in the RP line of products to listen to them in advance to see if you find them to be too harsh.

All said and done, I'm very happy with this center channel performance. I wouldn't pay more than $300 for it since it seems to go on sale pretty regularly and that is a very reasonable price for this model.
Mar 29, 2022 09:19 PM
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JXN89Mar 29, 2022 09:19 PM
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Why not black? Why???????
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Mar 29, 2022 09:28 PM
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BML6182
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Mar 29, 2022 09:28 PM
332 Posts
I have had this center channel for a few years, it is nearly the same as the newer 504c, only difference is the style and the tweeter is apparently vented on the new model. Many people do not realize that the RP-450C is a three way design, yes, it has two different frequency response ranges for the inside pair of versus the outside pair of woofers. All other reference premier speakers that have dual woofers are two way speakers.

When used as a dedicated center channel, the dialogue in movies is exceptionally crisp and clear, so when sources are in surround modes, you will love the dialogue clarity this speaker can provide. I highly recommend this speaker for anyone building a home theater or looking for an upgrade.
Mar 29, 2022 09:32 PM
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oceanic45Mar 29, 2022 09:32 PM
7 Posts
I have one of these in cherry I got open box through Amazon a few weeks back for the same price. I love Klipsch and was pretty much only going to buy this once it was at this price, don't think you can do a whole lot better. I also just got the matching RP-280s and they sound great. The new models that still sell for much higher are basically the same except for a change to the tweeter that you may or may not even be able to tell the difference from soooo. Unless you can find one on craigslist or something comparable this is as good a price as I have seen recently and you probably won't ever need to buy one again *shrug*

Also yeah it's huge and heavy. And if you are that concerned about the color, buy some vinyl wrap or something..no point paying a bunch more when you can make it any color you want!
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Mar 29, 2022 10:30 PM
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HalewafaMar 29, 2022 10:30 PM
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I have the RC 62 II, would this be a noticeable upgrade?

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Mar 29, 2022 10:49 PM
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boosterjmMar 29, 2022 10:49 PM
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hard pass for walnut color.
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Mar 30, 2022 12:07 AM
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TalentedBanana464Mar 30, 2022 12:07 AM
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Is it worth going from the RP 440c to this?
Mar 30, 2022 12:11 AM
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MeAmSupermanMar 30, 2022 12:11 AM
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Well I save some money today because it's not the 1970s so I don't want Walnut
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Mar 30, 2022 12:17 AM
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chantruongMar 30, 2022 12:17 AM
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Dammit! I just bought Cherry version for $315 ish from Amazon Warehouse weeks ago. I was literally waiting for weeks and weeks for a deal like this to come. Good for anyone that picks this up.
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Mar 30, 2022 01:32 AM
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tackhouse1Mar 30, 2022 01:32 AM
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Quote from GeoffreyK24 :
I just upgraded to this center during Adorama's last sale maybe two months ago (same price). It was an upgrade from a Reference level center and a vast improvement (seems obvious but I figured I would note it in case someone is in the same situation I was). I currently have it paired with RP-260f as my front L/R mains and RP-150m as surrounds and it is excellent.

For those who aren't as familiar with the product, I encourage you to pay close attention to the dimensions of the speaker. It is decently large and will sound best with some room to breathe behind it, not pushed up against the wall. This might be a deal breaker for some who don't have that kind of room to spare in their space.

For those who are not familiar with the Klipsch brand/sound, they have a very bright sound profile that some love and others love to hate. If you haven't heard them before and have the opportunity to demo before you buy, I would encourage anyone interested in investing in the RP line of products to listen to them in advance to see if you find them to be too harsh.

All said and done, I'm very happy with this center channel performance. I wouldn't pay more than $300 for it since it seems to go on sale pretty regularly and that is a very reasonable price for this model.
Couldn't agree more. I bought one a couple years ago paired with some 280a mains and a pair of Monolith 15's and it's an excellent sounding setup. Vocals are crystal clear and full range
Mar 30, 2022 01:34 AM
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ericn2k3Mar 30, 2022 01:34 AM
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Quote from Halewafa :
I have the RC 62 II, would this be a noticeable upgrade?
Following to see if anyone reply, I also have the RC 62 II and thinking of upgrading.
Mar 30, 2022 01:34 AM
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stangboy101Mar 30, 2022 01:34 AM
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Quote from Halewafa :
I have the RC 62 II, would this be a noticeable upgrade?
Same question
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scotthall3411Mar 30, 2022 01:55 AM
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Quote from BML6182 :
I have had this center channel for a few years, it is nearly the same as the newer 504c, only difference is the style and the tweeter is apparently vented on the new model. Many people do not realize that the RP-450C is a three way design, yes, it has two different frequency response ranges for the inside pair of versus the outside pair of woofers. All other reference premier speakers that have dual woofers are two way speakers.

When used as a dedicated center channel, the dialogue in movies is exceptionally crisp and clear, so when sources are in surround modes, you will love the dialogue clarity this speaker can provide. I highly recommend this speaker for anyone building a home theater or looking for an upgrade.
In 2019 i upgraded to this, and lately i still find the dialogue drowned out. I even have it +3.5 on my denon settings for dialogue. Would this speaker be a ton better?
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