Klipsch R-12SWi vs Klipsch R-100SW

R-12SWi vs R-100SW comparison chart

Overall
Klipsch R-12SWi
6.6
Klipsch R-100SW
5.6
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8

Klipsch R-12SWi vs Klipsch R-100SW review

Klipsch R-12SWi vs Klipsch R-100SW

Klipsch R-12SWi review

Created for large rooms, the R-12SWi wireless subwoofer provides surround and powerful bass. This is the perfect combination of power, sophistication, and deafening bass. Klipsch R-12SWi vs Klipsch R-100SW has more nominal output power (200 vs 150 W). A wireless subwoofer can be placed anywhere in your home.

The rugged subwoofer enclosure minimizes noise and delivers clear, undistorted sound at low frequencies. Modern aesthetics and absolute durability of the subwoofer, housed in an MDF enclosure with a matte polymer veneer finish, ensure smooth integration into any interior.

Klipsch R-12SWi

Klipsch R-100SW review

Add powerful bass to your movies and music with the R-100SW. This front subwoofer is equipped with a 10-inch copper IMG speaker, providing peak power up to 300 watts. This subwoofer with a frequency response of 32 to 120 Hz is equipped to work with a variety of listening materials.

Klipsch R-100SW vs Klipsch R-12SWi is more compact (10-inch vs 12”). Exterior finish R-100SW is made of a solid, scratch-resistant texture film under a natural wood. The R-100SW has a polished, contemporary look that perfectly accentuates the Reference Series speakers. Line-level/LFE RCA inputs provide height compatibility with standard home receivers.

Klipsch R-100SW

Klipsch R-12SWi pros & cons

Pros

  • Very powerful and sounds great
  • The Bluetooth wireless setup works great

Cons

  • The controls are located on the back, which makes it very difficult to configure or even turn off the power

Klipsch R-100SW pros & cons

Pros

  • The maximum acoustic output is 112 dB
  • Built-in fully digital amplifier

Cons

  • The power cord arrived damaged

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Product

Klipsch R-12SWi
Klipsch R-100SW

Model

R-12SWi
R-100SW

Brand

Klipsch
Klipsch

Reviews

498
1589

General

Amplification type

active
active

Wireless

Detachable grilles

Enclosure type

vented
vented

Power

Nominal output power (RMS), W

200
150

Maximal output power (RMS), W

400
300

Audio performance

Sensitivity, dB

116
112

Impedance, Ohm

Frequency response, Hz

29-120
32-120

Crossover frequency, Hz

40-120

Driver

Driver quantity

1
1

Driver size, in

12
10

Driver placement

front panel
front panel

Port placement

back side
back side

Connectivity

Wi-Fi

Bluetooth

Extensive connection

RCA LFE inputs

0
0

RCA stereo line level inputs (pair)

1
1

RCA outputs

0
0

XLR inputs (pair)

0
0

XLR outputs (pair)

0
0

Speaker level output (pair)

0
0

Speaker level input (pair)

0
0

Control

Volume

Subwoofer phase

Low-pass filter

Main power switch

App control

Desing

Body material

MDF
MDF

Woofer composition

polymer
polymer

Colors

black
black

User manual

Manual

Dimensions

Dimensions (W x H x D), cm/in

35.5 x 41.9 x 53.5/14 x 16.5 x 21.1
31.8 x 36.8 x 41.7/12.5 x 14.5 x 16.4

Weight, kg/pounds

33/14.9
10.9/24

Other

Release year

2016
2018
Klipsch R-12SWi
Klipsch R-100SW
Klipsch R-12SWi
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  • 6.6Klipsch R-12SWi
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