Klipsch is about to shake up the audio world with its latest powered speakers, promising a truly immersive experience. The Sevens II and The Nines II are here, and they're set to revolutionize your listening! But what makes these speakers so special? Let's dive in.
Klipsch has introduced Dirac Live Room Correction technology to these speakers, a game-changer for two-channel audio systems. This technology tackles the age-old issue of room acoustics, ensuring your music and movies sound incredible no matter your setup. Say goodbye to sound distortions and timing glitches caused by your room's layout!
Here's how it works: Dirac Live employs AI to analyze and correct impulse responses and mixed-phase issues, resulting in a more accurate and balanced soundstage. The sweet spot becomes more expansive, imaging becomes crystal clear, and bass performance is tighter and more consistent. And for subwoofer enthusiasts, the Dirac Live Bass Control upgrade ensures those low frequencies are evenly distributed, creating a truly immersive experience.
Klipsch CEO Paul Jacobs is confident in the speakers' capabilities, stating they deliver reference-level performance. But here's where it gets controversial: is this the end of the traditional speaker setup as we know it?
The Sevens II and Nines II also feature Onkyo electronics, providing individual amplification and DSP crossover for each driver, ensuring precise control. And with Dolby Atmos and DTS:X support (Nines II only), these speakers create a virtual height effect, making your home theater setup more immersive without the need for additional speakers. But will this convince audiophiles to embrace the simplicity of powered speakers?
Connectivity is another area where these speakers shine. They offer HDMI 2.1 inputs for the latest 4K and 8K content, as well as HDMI eARC, USB-C, USB-A, optical, coaxial, and phono inputs, catering to a wide range of sources. Plus, with built-in streaming support for popular services like Spotify, Tidal, and Qobuz, high-resolution audio is just a tap away.
The design has been meticulously upgraded, too. The BMC monoblock baffle minimizes resonance, while the Tractrix horn enhances sound dispersion. The woofers have been enlarged, delivering bass down to 31Hz. And with Klipsch's KS stands and a choice of Walnut, Ebony, or Red Oak finishes, these speakers are as stylish as they are powerful.
Klipsch's new speakers are set to arrive in Australia in Spring 2026, with The Sevens II priced at AUD 3,200 and The Nines II at AUD 3,800. With Dirac Live, Dolby Atmos, and high-res streaming capabilities, these speakers are a compelling choice for anyone seeking an exceptional audio experience. Are you ready to upgrade your listening pleasure? The future of powered speakers is here, and it's sounding better than ever!
