Reference 2022 - Updates and Differences

The new Klipsch 2022 Reference Line is packed full of updates to improve both the sound quality, as well as the usability of the speakers. This is the biggest update to the Reference line since its inception, and below, those updates are highlighted:

Industrial Design Updates

• Enhanced cabinet bracing
  • more inert cabinets to reduce resonances

REFINED ATMOS CONNECTIONS

• New, discreet connections that allow for easy integration, while maintaining multipurpose applications

NEW BINDING POSTS

• All-new input panel design
• More premium finish compared to original design
• Binding posts include optional "Height Channel" connection for when you are using an Atmos Topper
  • NOTE: If you do not have a topper attached, the "height channel" connections will have no effect.

Acoustic Updates

ALL NEW 90x90 TRACTRIX HORN

The next generation of the legendary tractrix horn, providing best-in-class high frequency reproduction and controlled directivity.

Outer horn dimensions (i.e. horn mouth) are inversely proportional to cutoff frequency and coverage angle.

• Improved high frequency directivity.
• More accurate soundstage and larger sweet spot in the listening space

UPDATED WOOFER DESIGNS

Trickle-down designs from Reference Premiere

• Steeper angling of cones
  • Smoother response – improves cone break up (i.e., resonances) at higher frequencies.
  • Better crossover integration for improved accuracy and transparency.
• Increased rigidity from additional ribbing

New material name:

• Spun-Copper Thermoformed Crystalline Polymer (TCP). What is "Spun-Copper Thermoformed Crystalline Polymer"?

Reference Subwoofers

INCREASED CABINET VOLUME

Larger cabinets achieve lower cutoff frequency.

• 10”: 36.5% more volume
• 12”: 14.7% more volume

Provides deep, cinematic bass for all your favorite content.

SUBWOOFER PORT UPGRADE

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