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Klipsch Flexus Core 210 185W 3.1.2-Channel Sound Bar + 10" 160W Wireless Subwoofer (1073105) on sale for $499 - $120 with coupon code
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$379.
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Details:
- Sound Bar:
- Max acoustic output: 99.8 dB
- Front-firing drivers: 4 × 2.25" aluminum cone drivers + 1 × 0.75" horn-loaded tweeter
- Upfiring drivers: 2 × 4" high-output paper cone woofers + 2 × 2.25" discrete full-range drivers
- Enclosure: Sealed; plastic, wood, metal construction
- System power: 185W RMS
- Frequency response: 43 Hz – 20 kHz
- Inputs: HDMI eARC, Bluetooth, USB-C, Digital Optical
- Outputs: Subwoofer (RCA)
- Dimensions: 3 1/16" H × 44" W × 4 15/16" D (7.8 cm × 111.8 cm × 12.6 cm)
- Subwoofer:
- Frequency response: 26 Hz – 250 Hz ±3 dB
- Max acoustic output: 103.7 dB
- Amplifier: Class D; 80W RMS / 160W peak
- Woofer: 10" long-throw paper cone
- Enclosure: Sealed MDF
- Inputs: RCA/LFE line in; Flexus 2.4 GHz wireless transport
- Dimensions: 13.38" H × 13.19" W × 13.75" D (340 mm × 335 mm × 349 mm)
- Weight: 20.7 lbs (9.4 kg)
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Community Reviews
Klipsch Flexus Core 210 is a compact 3.1.2 soundbar package that stands out for easy setup, strong bass from the included 10 inch subwoofer, and a fuller sound than smaller bars. The app, build quality, and overall value at $379 get positive marks, and the system can sound surprisingly convincing for TV and movie use. The main knocks are inconsistent dialogue clarity, unconvincing Atmos effects for some content, and the fact that it still cannot match a full AV receiver and separate speakers. The coupon code also appears to have expired at times, so pricing has been a moving target.
Common Questions (5)
It is a single soundbar with built-in drivers and a separate subwoofer, so the surround effect is simulated rather than coming from speakers placed around the room. The bar has 9 drivers and the package includes a 10" wireless subwoofer.
The code was reported as expired at one point, then later worked again on Feb. 14, and later showed as expired again. If the promotion page rejects it, the code is likely no longer valid for this item.
Yes. The bar alone can sound full enough to use on its own, and one owner said it was still more full-sounding than a Bose 600 soundbar without the sub attached.
It can work best with a TV that has better eARC implementation. One setup needed a newer TV for reliable hookup, so eARC compatibility may matter for getting the cleanest connection and easiest setup.
The subwoofer delivers strong bass for action scenes and makes the system sound fuller than smaller soundbars. Dialogue can be hit or miss in busy movie mixes, even with dialogue enhancement set high and mids boosted.
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If I keep it... it will definitely require some tuning.
Update: as of Feb. 14th, code works again. Thanks all! Happy Singles Awareness Day. <3
Pros:
- strong bass from the bar and subwoofer kicks in when there are strong action scenes. Netflix movie The Rip was a good test.
- relatively easy setup
Cons:
- dialogue clarity is hit or miss. In dialogue forward content like watching a show such as shrinking or Ted lasso, it's not a problem. But when you are watching a movie where dialogue is intertwined with a soundtrack or background noise, clarity sometimes drops noticeably. I currently have dialogue enhancement set to high and mids boosted to +3.
- Atmos effects are not convincing. My older Samsung Q950a has noticeable Atmos effect clarity.
Summary: I was surprised at how full this soundbar is. Without the subwoofer, it's a more full sound than from my time with a Bose 600 soundbar. The subwoofer is stronger than my Q950a soundbar. The varying dialogue clarity is an annoyance. For this price, it's definitely a high value that I have a hard time fully regretting. For $450-$500+, I would be considering other options.
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This discussion is not about what someone is convinced of, no debating that.
It is about two completely different surround designs.
Unless a soundbar can defy physics.
That ONE speaker can not "do the jobs" of a traditional speaker setup!
It's designed to simulate it mainly through technology.
Anyone that claims they are comparable did not properly implement their traditional speaker setup imo.
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