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title: "R-52C Powerful Detailed Center Channel Home Speaker - Black"
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# 95dB sensitivity for crisp clarity 90x90° square tractrix horn tweeter 400W max power handling R-52C Powerful Detailed Center Channel Home Speaker - Black

**Brand:** klipsch
**Price:** $701
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎬 Hear every word, feel every moment — elevate your home theater game!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** R-52C Powerful Detailed Center Channel Home Speaker - Black by klipsch
- **How much does it cost?** $701 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- klipsch enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted klipsch brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Powerful 400W Output:** Unleash cinematic sound with room-filling volume that never distorts.
- • **Wide Frequency Range:** 89Hz - 21kHz coverage captures deep lows and sparkling highs for immersive audio.
- • **Robust Build & Design:** Heavy-duty wood enclosure and spun-copper IMG woofers ensure durability and premium sound.
- • **Precision Voice Clarity:** 95dB sensitivity and horn-loaded tweeter deliver razor-sharp dialogue every time.
- • **Seamless Home Theater Integration:** Compatible with most 6-ohm receivers, perfect for upgrading your 5.1 surround setup.

## Overview

The Klipsch R-52C is a high-performance center channel speaker featuring dual 5.25" spun-copper IMG woofers and a 1" aluminum tweeter mated to a 90x90 square tractrix horn. With a wide frequency response of 89Hz to 21kHz and 400 watts power handling, it delivers clear, detailed dialogue and immersive sound for home theater enthusiasts. Its robust build and 95dB sensitivity make it an efficient, durable choice for professional-grade audio setups.

## Description

Klipsch R-52C Powerful detailed Center Channel Home Speaker - Black.

Review: Want accurate, concise human voices for your center channel, this does that ! - I have two systems. A large McIntosh 9.2 system for my serious listening, movies, BluRay live concerts, etc. That system comes in at just a little under $85,000 including speakers. *My day system is a Marantz 7705 flagship Pre-amp, paired with the Marantz 7055, 5 channel surround amp using MIT interconnects. I use just 3 channels for my day system, two Kilpsch Heresy's for main L&R and this Klipsch R-52C center channel. Speakers are wired using 256 strand, pure OFC 10 ga wire with gold plated banana plug terminations. The subwoofer in the day system is the McIntosh MT-2, dual 12" giant 100 pound passive sub, 4 Ohm, hooked to a 300W plate amp made for subs only, and made for 4 Ohm speakers/subs. First thing one notices is this little center channel speaker is HEAVY, and clearly well constructed! For those familiar with specs, this speaker is efficient and easy for an amp to run. All Klipsch products can get loud yet remain clear - though this is far from my top priority. But, presenting an easy load to your amp to run is a win win. The Heresy's also present a very manageable load to an amp, so all 3 hooked to my day system is not a rough load to handle as most 4 Ohm speakers WILL be. Always try to match speakers impedance hooked to one surround amp. Other words, keep all of them 8 Ohm or 6 Ohm - even if different brands. FEW amps will run 4 Ohm speakers well, (cheap amps might even struggle with 6 Ohm speakers at volume) or long, so be careful when buying speakers. This center channel provided exactly what I'd hoped as it does a good job with human voice articulation and clarity. If you feed it a quality signal, you get a quality result. I do have a spare Pioneer Elite disc player with excellent audio quality for CD's hooked to this system for casual listening while cleaning house, working on projects, and non-critical listening. While this modest center channel is excellent for voices, movies, TV shows, non-critical sit down listening sessions - especially after fine tuning the signals reaching it via the VERY adjustable Marantz 7705 Pre, it's performance on audio while entirely listenable, fits into it's price range niche. For most if not all non-audiophiles this center channel would be a very nice addition to their system for years of enjoyment. It does not however, have the depth, width, sound stage to hear fine details such as a performer taking a barely audible quiet breath while singing on a well recorded SACD as more expensive units might. Or present a virtual "being there" sense of space more expensive models might - and some do. That said, to step up to "being there" sound staging, depth, space, width and presence - you ARE going to HAVE to spend at least likely triple - or more .......... to attain that level of engineering and delicacy of sound that entails. In summary, for 90% of the people reading this, for modest yet capable systems hooked to this Klipsch, you will have made an excellent purchase and enjoy it for many years. If you are younger and want LOUD rock shows, this speaker will do that, and survive to do it again, and again. Clean, precise, clear audio signals is not what generally harms a speakers components, dirty or distorted signals do. For the NEW price of $149 (I just paid $179 a month ago), you honestly could not go wrong provided you don't think you are buying a $1,400 Dyneaudio center channel.
Review: Looking for CLEAR DIALOGUES and Immersive Sound Experience for movie night? - I recently purchased the Klipsch R-52C home theater center channel speaker and I am blown away by the quality of sound it produces compared to my older unit. The speaker has a sleek and modern design that fits seamlessly with my existing home theater setup. The high-performance drivers deliver clear and crisp sound, bringing my movie watching experience to the next level. The center channel speaker is an essential part of a home theater system as it is responsible for delivering dialogue and other important audio cues. I was struggling with earing vocals in the past but with the Klipsch speaker, I am able to hear every word of dialogue clearly, even during action-packed scenes. Exactly what I was looking for! The speaker also has a wide frequency response range, allowing it to reproduce both low and high frequencies accurately to my ears. This results in a truly immersive audio experience that makes me feel like I am part of the movie. One of the standout features of the Klipsch center channel speaker is its horn-loaded tweeter, which produces a dynamic and detailed soundstage. The horn shape helps to direct the sound directly towards the listener, resulting in a more focused and accurate sound. This makes a huge difference in my movie watching experience, as I am able to pick out individual sounds and effects with ease. In addition to its impressive sound quality, the Klipsch center channel speaker is also incredibly easy to set up and use so was able to get it up and running in no time. The speaker is also compatible with a wide range of home theater receivers (6ohms), making it a versatile and reliable addition to most home theater setup. Please note that the speaker is bigger that I tought. It could be advisable to purchase some “Speakers wall brackets” because there’s no holes in the back of the speakers. The speaker comes very well packed too. The construction have some heft and I see quality craftsmanship. Overall, I am extremely impressed with the Klipsch home theater center channel speaker. Its high-quality sound and sleek design make it a great addition to my home theater system. I would highly recommend this speaker to anyone looking to enhance their home theater experience

## Features

- Dual 5. 25" Spun-copper IMG woofers
- 1" Aluminum lts tweeter mated to a 90x90 square tractrix Horn
- 89Hz - 21kHz plus /- 3dB
- Sensitivity 95dB at 2. 83V/1m
- 400 watts power handling

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B07FK41FGL |
| Additional Features | 2-Way Speaker Design; Linear Travel Suspension Aluminum Tweeter with Kapton Suspension; Spun Copper IMG Woofers |
| Antenna Location | music |
| Audio Driver Size | 5.25 Inches |
| Audio Driver Type | Dynamic Driver |
| Audio Output Mode | Stereo |
| Best Sellers Rank | #8,482 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #2 in Center-Channel Speakers |
| Bluetooth Range | 10 Meters |
| Brand | Klipsch |
| Built-In Media | Manual, grill |
| Color | Black |
| Compatible Devices | Laptop, Personal Computer, Smartphone, Tablet |
| Connectivity Protocol | Bluetooth |
| Connectivity Technology | Auxiliary |
| Control Method | Remote |
| Controller Type | Corded Electric |
| Customer Package Type | Standard Packaging |
| Customer Reviews | 4.8 out of 5 stars 3,028 Reviews |
| Enclosure Material | Wood |
| Frequency Response | 89 Hz |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00743878035490 |
| Input Voltage | 83 Volts |
| Is Electric | Yes |
| Is Waterproof | FALSE |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 7.62"D x 18.75"W x 7.3"H |
| Item Type Name | Klipsch R-52C Powerful detailed Center Channel Home Speaker - Black |
| Item Weight | 13.5 Pounds |
| MP3 player | No |
| Manufacturer | Klipsch |
| Model Name | R-52C |
| Model Number | R-52C |
| Mounting Type | Floor Standing |
| Number of Audio Channels | 5.1 |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Power Source | Corded Electric |
| Series Number | 52 |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio | 75 dB |
| Speaker Maximum Output Power | 400 Watts |
| Speaker Size | 5.25 |
| Speaker Type | Center Channel, Woofer |
| Specific Uses For Product | Home Theatre |
| Subwoofer Connectivity Technology | Wireless |
| Subwoofer Diameter | 5.25 Inches |
| Tweeter Diameter | 1 Inches |
| UPC | 743878035490 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| Warranty Description | 6 years parts & labor |
| Warranty Type | Limited |
| Water Resistance Level | Not Water Resistant |
| Woofer Diameter | 5.25 Inches |

## Product Details

- **Audio Output Mode:** Stereo
- **Brand:** Klipsch
- **Connectivity Technology:** Auxiliary
- **Frequency Response:** 89 Hz
- **Speaker Maximum Output Power:** 400 Watts

## Images

![R-52C Powerful Detailed Center Channel Home Speaker - Black - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81sbro+ABiL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Style** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Just checking on how to read dimensions of this speaker.   are dimensions of this speaker 7.6 h x 18.8 w x 7.3 d ?**
A: I just measured my cabinet, including the front cover:
7.6 deep
18.9 wide
7.3 high

**Q: Looking to replace my Polk Audio CSi30 Center. Is this a good upgrade for it or more of a side-grade?**
A: I believe it is still an upgrade, but not sure by how much.  I purchased mine to replace an onkyo center from a kit. We used to sell polk and klipsch when I worked at hhgregg and klipsch was a higher quality.

**Q: Looking to upgrade a Polk T-30 center channel, is it worth using this as an option?**
A: What do you have for front speakers. I ask because a good match to your fronts is more important than how much power you want. This center is a lower end for Klipsch but I have it matched with Klipsch bookshelves up front because the horned tweeters they have. This thing puts out a high sound so your fronts should be high sounding to.

**Q: Has anyone compared this to the R25c or RP250?**
A: The R25c has a max wattage of 120 watts compared to the R52 c being able to take about 400 watts,so must be a difference in magnets or something..

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Want accurate, concise human voices for your center channel, this does that !
*by V***N on December 2, 2022*

I have two systems. A large McIntosh 9.2 system for my serious listening, movies, BluRay live concerts, etc. That system comes in at just a little under $85,000 including speakers. *My day system is a Marantz 7705 flagship Pre-amp, paired with the Marantz 7055, 5 channel surround amp using MIT interconnects. I use just 3 channels for my day system, two Kilpsch Heresy's for main L&R and this Klipsch R-52C center channel. Speakers are wired using 256 strand, pure OFC 10 ga wire with gold plated banana plug terminations. The subwoofer in the day system is the McIntosh MT-2, dual 12" giant 100 pound passive sub, 4 Ohm, hooked to a 300W plate amp made for subs only, and made for 4 Ohm speakers/subs. First thing one notices is this little center channel speaker is HEAVY, and clearly well constructed! For those familiar with specs, this speaker is efficient and easy for an amp to run. All Klipsch products can get loud yet remain clear - though this is far from my top priority. But, presenting an easy load to your amp to run is a win win. The Heresy's also present a very manageable load to an amp, so all 3 hooked to my day system is not a rough load to handle as most 4 Ohm speakers WILL be. Always try to match speakers impedance hooked to one surround amp. Other words, keep all of them 8 Ohm or 6 Ohm - even if different brands. FEW amps will run 4 Ohm speakers well, (cheap amps might even struggle with 6 Ohm speakers at volume) or long, so be careful when buying speakers. This center channel provided exactly what I'd hoped as it does a good job with human voice articulation and clarity. If you feed it a quality signal, you get a quality result. I do have a spare Pioneer Elite disc player with excellent audio quality for CD's hooked to this system for casual listening while cleaning house, working on projects, and non-critical listening. While this modest center channel is excellent for voices, movies, TV shows, non-critical sit down listening sessions - especially after fine tuning the signals reaching it via the VERY adjustable Marantz 7705 Pre, it's performance on audio while entirely listenable, fits into it's price range niche. For most if not all non-audiophiles this center channel would be a very nice addition to their system for years of enjoyment. It does not however, have the depth, width, sound stage to hear fine details such as a performer taking a barely audible quiet breath while singing on a well recorded SACD as more expensive units might. Or present a virtual "being there" sense of space more expensive models might - and some do. That said, to step up to "being there" sound staging, depth, space, width and presence - you ARE going to HAVE to spend at least likely triple - or more .......... to attain that level of engineering and delicacy of sound that entails. In summary, for 90% of the people reading this, for modest yet capable systems hooked to this Klipsch, you will have made an excellent purchase and enjoy it for many years. If you are younger and want LOUD rock shows, this speaker will do that, and survive to do it again, and again. Clean, precise, clear audio signals is not what generally harms a speakers components, dirty or distorted signals do. For the NEW price of $149 (I just paid $179 a month ago), you honestly could not go wrong provided you don't think you are buying a $1,400 Dyneaudio center channel.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Looking for CLEAR DIALOGUES and Immersive Sound Experience for movie night?
*by D***N on December 14, 2022*

I recently purchased the Klipsch R-52C home theater center channel speaker and I am blown away by the quality of sound it produces compared to my older unit. The speaker has a sleek and modern design that fits seamlessly with my existing home theater setup. The high-performance drivers deliver clear and crisp sound, bringing my movie watching experience to the next level. The center channel speaker is an essential part of a home theater system as it is responsible for delivering dialogue and other important audio cues. I was struggling with earing vocals in the past but with the Klipsch speaker, I am able to hear every word of dialogue clearly, even during action-packed scenes. Exactly what I was looking for! The speaker also has a wide frequency response range, allowing it to reproduce both low and high frequencies accurately to my ears. This results in a truly immersive audio experience that makes me feel like I am part of the movie. One of the standout features of the Klipsch center channel speaker is its horn-loaded tweeter, which produces a dynamic and detailed soundstage. The horn shape helps to direct the sound directly towards the listener, resulting in a more focused and accurate sound. This makes a huge difference in my movie watching experience, as I am able to pick out individual sounds and effects with ease. In addition to its impressive sound quality, the Klipsch center channel speaker is also incredibly easy to set up and use so was able to get it up and running in no time. The speaker is also compatible with a wide range of home theater receivers (6ohms), making it a versatile and reliable addition to most home theater setup. Please note that the speaker is bigger that I tought. It could be advisable to purchase some “Speakers wall brackets” because there’s no holes in the back of the speakers. The speaker comes very well packed too. The construction have some heft and I see quality craftsmanship. Overall, I am extremely impressed with the Klipsch home theater center channel speaker. Its high-quality sound and sleek design make it a great addition to my home theater system. I would highly recommend this speaker to anyone looking to enhance their home theater experience

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent Choice!
*by E***K on February 4, 2026*

Wow, just wow! This Klipsch is outstanding. Unbelievable sound. It replaced my Bose SCV-10 center speakers and it’s a thousand times clearer and clean sounding.

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