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14" Klipsch Reference Premiere RP-1400SW Subwoofer Expired

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Update: This very popular deal is available again.

Adorama has 14" Klipsch Reference Premiere RP-1400SW Subwoofer on sale for $699. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Deal Editor iconian for sharing this deal.

Key Features:
  • Hyper-Efficient Balanced Performance
  • Spun Copper Front-Firing Cerametallic Woofers
  • High Efficiency Class D Amplifier
  • Front-Firing Slot Port With Exclusive Internal Flare Technology
  • Flexible Controls
  • 1/2-Watt Standby Mode
  • Double Thick Grille For Additional Excursion
  • Rounded Corners Provide A More Modern Aesthetic
  • Speaker Type: Compact Subwoofer, Home Theater Subwoofer
  • Power Type: Passive Subwoofer

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Model: Klipsch Reference Premiere 14" High Excursion Subwoofer

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On Wednesday I received my RP-1400SW that I ordered last Saturday from this deal. Box was looking good, looked well treated in shipment.

Then today my RP-8000F pair from the other deal arrived. Was getting excited connecting everything up and getting it settled in the right place. First test run and the light on the front of the unit powered up but zero sound from it. I spent an hour going over the connections. When trying the LFE from my receiver I would only get the sides making audio. Same with the test tones. Then I took the known good rca cable from the mixer/controller and put them directly in to the sub and nothing. Out of ideas I then tried to call Klipsch but closed for the holidays.

So I opened a ticket on their support site, sad that I was probably looking at an RMA and a lot of hassle. I opened the ticket and after I did so it directed me to some FAQ articles on a variety of things. One of them was how to troubleshoot the amp. https://support.klipsch.com/hc/en...-Subwoofer

I did the buzz test in the article and didn't get anything from the sub. I didn't think I really wanted to open it up since it was brand new, but I figured that the next section that explained the way to check for a loose wire pretty much gave me permission to open it up. (Be careful to unplug the LED connector before you pull it too far away, you only have a few inches slack).

Fun surprise,... the positive cable was broken off from the terminal as shown in the pic (the terminal is in front of the right big black capacitor and the red wire is in the background). One trip down the road to get a crimp tool from the hardware store later and it is good as new, but a bit frustrated. Just wanted to share unless someone else got one like it.

This thing really shakes the house in the best possible way, so far it's really great.
No comparison. The RP1400sw is on a whole other level
Your current sub only goes down to 28hz at -3dB. The RP-1400SW goes down to 16hz at -3dB. You are paying the extra money to hit down into subsonic frequencies.

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01-02-2024 at 07:25 PM.
01-02-2024 at 07:25 PM.
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I ended up buying two. Why, Slickdeals. Why.
How are they? I think I may watch for this to go on sale again.
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01-12-2024 at 05:28 PM.
01-12-2024 at 05:28 PM.
Quote from CrimsonShoe959 :
How are they? I think I may watch for this to go on sale again.
Powerful. I don't currently have a room or setup where I can measure them or compare them to other subs, but I have these running with RP 504C, 8000F, and 600M in a big bonus room with less than ideal dimensions and I have yet to turn the gain nobs past 4. I ran Audyssey on my Denon s760h, and having the gain set to 4 gets my subwoofer trim level to a -10db and then adjusted the level so that it is -5db in the receiver settings. That gives me plenty power for the time being.

Honestly, two of these is probably overkill for me, but I don't really regret getting two at this price. The only downsides I can think of is that these don't come with foam like some of the competitors where you can plug the ports to make them faster like a sealed sub. I would think if you're wanting to use these a lot for music that might not be ideal.

Just as a disclaimer, I am NOT an audiophile, so someone who prides themselves on being super analytical and critical about speakers and subs may have a different opinion.
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01-13-2024 at 09:39 AM.
01-13-2024 at 09:39 AM.
Quote from leecm :
Powerful. I don't currently have a room or setup where I can measure them or compare them to other subs, but I have these running with RP 504C, 8000F, and 600M in a big bonus room with less than ideal dimensions and I have yet to turn the gain nobs past 4. I ran Audyssey on my Denon s760h, and having the gain set to 4 gets my subwoofer trim level to a -10db and then adjusted the level so that it is -5db in the receiver settings. That gives me plenty power for the time being.

Honestly, two of these is probably overkill for me, but I don't really regret getting two at this price. The only downsides I can think of is that these don't come with foam like some of the competitors where you can plug the ports to make them faster like a sealed sub. I would think if you're wanting to use these a lot for music that might not be ideal.

Just as a disclaimer, I am NOT an audiophile, so someone who prides themselves on being super analytical and critical about speakers and subs may have a different opinion.

"Honestly, two of these is probably overkill for me"

Multiple subs is never overkill. You can literally turn the volume down to the point where you can't even hear them.
Multiple subs is about smoothing the peaks and dips in bass waves created in rooms so you get the best bass in the most seats. You could literally be seated in one spot and have bass pounding your head, but lean over or move and hear very little bass. For best results, read the recommendations from the Harmon white paper on multiple sub placement. Long story short, place the subwoofers across the entire room from one another, not just the "theater area". Middle of one wall and middle of the wall across the room. Or front right corner and rear left corner. Etc etc. 👍🏼
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02-15-2024 at 03:22 PM.
02-15-2024 at 03:22 PM.
Need these to go back on sale to complete my 7.2 setup! Any patten to when these go on sale?
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02-25-2024 at 01:39 PM.
02-25-2024 at 01:39 PM.
Quote from CyanCarpenter628 :
Need these to go back on sale to complete my 7.2 setup! Any patten to when these go on sale?
I'm not seeing it on sale previously (at least, searching the forum). Iconian may be able to answer that.

Too bad you didn't snag it this time - it's an awesome sub.
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02-25-2024 at 02:24 PM.
02-25-2024 at 02:24 PM.
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I'm not seeing it on sale previously (at least, searching the forum). Iconian may be able to answer that.

Too bad you didn't snag it this time - it's an awesome sub.

They were on sale for $699 a few months ago
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02-25-2024 at 04:37 PM.
02-25-2024 at 04:37 PM.
Was able to snag one of these. Can hear it out by the street. I keep this at 6.5 with a 70hz crossover. The other day I walked by it, considerably loud bass music, and noticed a very hot wire smell and cabinet smell. Back of plate amp was warm but no warmer than usual. Wondered if anyone else has experienced this. Maybe if I was driving this at 11 I'd expect it but at 6.5...
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02-26-2024 at 10:45 AM.
02-26-2024 at 10:45 AM.
Quote from CyanCarpenter628 :
They were on sale for $699 a few months ago
Yes, I'm aware - I bought one. I meant other than that sale. I've searched SD forums and didn't see another sale.
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03-10-2024 at 09:48 PM.
03-10-2024 at 09:48 PM.
Way late but does anyone think a sale like this happens again?
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03-15-2024 at 04:58 PM.
03-15-2024 at 04:58 PM.
Quote from ArmanA1393 :
Way late but does anyone think a sale like this happens again?
It's back!

https://slickdeals.net/f/17362326-14-klipsch-reference-premiere-rp-1400sw-high-excursion-subwoofer-699-free-s-h
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03-16-2024 at 09:02 AM.
03-16-2024 at 09:02 AM.
Quote from CrimsonShoe959 :
How are they? I think I may watch for this to go on sale again.

FYI - They are on sale again. Ordered a second myself.
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Way late but does anyone think a sale like this happens again?

Yup. Mostly OOS since the last sale. Back in stock now at $699.
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