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In Great working condition, Sounds great. Very powerful, too. Used for my home theater system. Now upgraded. Comes with original grill covers. Shows some wares from use but the speaker units are near mint as you see. Ship to USCON only. For local pickup. Text to 747-313-1495. Pickup in South Pasadena, CA. Thank you
Verdict: This is a solid bargain. At USD $100, you're well below the typical used market for Klipsch Reference center speakers, which generally trade in the USD $200–$400 range depending on condition and exact model year. Against your database median of USD $536 for comparable listings, this asking price sits comfortably in the lower quartile—the kind of deal that suggests either motivated selling or undiscovered inventory. The 100W rating is respectable for a center channel, and Klipsch's horn-loaded design holds up well over time.
Before committing, verify the tweeter and woofer are functioning cleanly across the full range—horn tweeters can develop harshness or dropout if the diaphragm has aged, and the woofer should move freely without rattling or rubbing. Check that all binding posts are intact and that the cabinet isn't cracked or heavily water-damaged. Confirm you're getting the original feet or isolation hardware, and ask the seller whether it's been stored in a climate-controlled space. At this price, you have room to absorb minor cosmetic wear, but acoustic performance issues are the real risk.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
Founded in 1946 in Hope, Arkansas, Klipsch traces its roots to Paul W. Klipsch, a visionary audio engineer and maverick who handcrafted his first speakers in a tin shed behind a dry cleaner. Patented in 1945, the revolutionary Klipschorn corner horn loudspeaker embodied his quest for live-like sound reproduction, drawing from Bell Labs principles to deliver wide frequency range and expansive soundstaging. This American pioneer shook hi-fi foundations, blending acoustic innovation with unyielding craftsmanship, and registered Klipsch & Associates to bring that tin-shed magic to the world.
Klipsch excels in loudspeakers, from flagship horn-loaded models like the enduring Klipschorn to high-fidelity enclosures, drivers, and complete systems for home audio, public address, and even personal computers. While deeply rooted in speakers, the brand has expanded into headphones and music systems, maintaining a focus on efficient, dynamic designs that prioritize clarity and power without excess amplification needs.
Renowned for its heritage-driven efficiency and bold, live-performance sonics, Klipsch holds a commanding mid-to-high-end position in the market, appealing to discerning buyers who value American-made authenticity over mass-market compromise. Neither purely vintage collector bait nor niche boutique, it bridges classic horn technology with modern reliability, earning cult status among audiophiles chasing that bigger, clearer sound Paul Klipsch first chased in 1946.
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