The Klipsch R-50PM is a pair of powered bookshelf monitors with the amplification and a phono preamp built in. It is the larger of the two, a 5.25" woofer in a 35.6 cm cabinet with 120W of total system power, for a living room or anywhere you want real weight without assembling a separates system.
Connections
- Phono/Line analog, with Phono/Line switch and ground screw terminal
- Bluetooth wireless
- USB digital, for a computer
- Optical digital, for a TV
- 3.5mm analog mini jack
- Subwoofer output, a single RCA line-level out if you add a sub later
A remote is included, with direct source-select buttons, subwoofer level and Dynamic Bass EQ control.
Specifications
| System description | Powered Monitor (pair) |
| Frequency response | 55Hz to 20kHz |
| Dynamic bass extension | 44Hz |
| Maximum output | 104dB |
| Total system power | 120W total (240W peak); 60W per channel continuous @ <1% THD |
| High frequency driver | 1" (2.5cm) aluminium LTS tweeter on a 90° x 90° square Tractrix horn |
| Low frequency driver | Single 5.25" (13.3cm) spun-copper TCP woofer |
| Crossover frequency | 1663 Hz (passive) |
| Enclosure | MDF, bass-reflex via rear-firing port |
| Outputs | Single RCA line-level output for a subwoofer |
| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 14" x 7" x 10.8" (35.6 x 17.8 x 27.4 cm) |
| Weight | 24.8 lbs (11.2 kg) |
| Finish | Black |
| Power | 100V to 240V, 50/60Hz internal power supply |
Why these suit a record player
The right speaker is the active one: it holds the amplification for both channels, and the left speaker connects to it with the supplied wire. What matters here is the built-in phono preamp, a phono input with a Phono/Line switch and a proper earth screw terminal. A moving-magnet cartridge puts out only a few thousandths of a volt and needs RIAA equalisation before anything else can use it, which normally means a separate box or an amplifier with a PHONO socket. These do it internally, so a turntable connects straight in.
That makes them one of the shortest routes from an entry-level turntable to sound in the room: deck, speakers, done. No receiver, no separate phono stage, no amplifier. If you are still deciding, our record player buying guide explains the signal chain and what each part actually does.
Flip the switch to Line and the same input takes any line-level source, so a deck that already has its own phono stage works too.
How they sound
A 1" aluminium LTS tweeter sits in Klipsch's 90° x 90° square Tractrix horn, which gives the brand its characteristic directness and keeps the stereo image stable across a wide seat. The spun-copper thermoformed crystal polymer (TCP) woofer uses steeper cone angling for a smoother response through the crossover. The cabinet is MDF, bass-reflex via a rear-firing port, so leave some clearance behind them rather than pushing them flat against a wall.
Dynamic Bass EQ lifts the low end at lower volumes, where the ear is least sensitive to it. A low-profile magnetic grille lets you run them covered in black, or exposed with the copper woofer showing.
In the box
- Two speakers (the right one is the active, powered unit)
- Remote control with 2 x AAA batteries
- 4 m speaker wire with soldered tips
- 2 m power cord (region specific)
- 2 m USB Type A to Type B cable
The internal power supply is rated 100V to 240V, 50/60Hz, so it runs on Indian mains without a converter.
Which one is right for you?
Choose the R-50PM if the speakers will sit across a room rather than on a desk, or if you want the extra headroom: 104dB maximum output against 100dB, and bass to 55Hz against 60Hz. For a desk or a small room, the smaller R-40PM is the sensible choice.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I connect a turntable directly to the Klipsch R-50PM?
Yes. The R-50PM has a phono input with a Phono/Line switch and an earth screw terminal, so a moving-magnet turntable connects straight in with no separate phono stage or amplifier. Set the switch to Line if your deck already has its own phono preamp.
Do I need an amplifier or receiver with these?
No. These are powered (active) monitors. The amplification is built into the right speaker, and the left speaker connects to it with the supplied wire. No receiver or separate amplifier is required.
Will they work on Indian mains?
Yes. The internal power supply is rated 100V to 240V at 50/60Hz, so no step-down transformer is needed. The power cord supplied is region specific.
How much bigger is the R-50PM than the R-40PM?
The R-50PM is 14" tall against 11.8", with a 5.25" woofer against 4". It delivers 120W total system power against 70W, reaches 55Hz against 60Hz, and peaks at 104dB against 100dB.
Can I add a subwoofer later?
Yes. There is a single RCA line-level subwoofer output, and the remote has dedicated subwoofer level up, down and reset buttons.
