Floorstanding loudspeakers — Klipsch Klipschorn 80th Anniversary Limited Edition

The Klipschorn 80th Anniversary Limited Edition is a legendary, commemorative corner-horn floorstanding loudspeaker from Klipsch, celebrating eight decades since the original Klipschorn's introduction in a limited-run cosmetic treatment. The Klipschorn 80th Anniversary Limited Edition brings Klipsch's most storied engineering heritage to this specific commemorative format.

Key specs that matter

Rated response is 34Hz to 20,000Hz within plus-or-minus 3dB. Sensitivity is an extraordinary 105dB into the standard 8 ohm load - among the highest efficiency figures available in any commercial loudspeaker, requiring corner placement to achieve full bass loading. Recommended amplifier power spans a wide 100-400W. At a compact 80.0 x 52.0 x 24.0cm and 65.7kg, the Klipschorn 80th Anniversary Limited Edition's considerable weight for its footprint reflects the corner-horn design's characteristic use of adjacent walls to complete the bass loading.

Sound and use context

Expect the immediate, dynamically alive character Klipsch's historic horn-loaded corner design is broadly celebrated for among vintage audio enthusiasts, with the extraordinary 105dB sensitivity meaning this speaker reaches satisfying volumes readily from even the most minimal amplifier power, delivered through this distinctive commemorative cosmetic treatment.

Pairing

The extraordinary 105dB sensitivity makes the Klipschorn 80th Anniversary compatible with virtually any amplifier, including the most minimal single-ended triode designs, though correct corner placement is essential to achieve the design's intended bass loading.

Alternatives

Klipsch's own standard KLIPSCHORN AK6 offers the non-commemorative version within the same broader legendary corner-horn heritage.