So far my SPL120 and RP-1200SW are working fine. I can really notice the extra power of the RP-1200. When I watched Interstellar for the first time a few weeks ago I thought the thing was going to blow up! The woofer excursion was unlike anything I've experienced before.
It's and I hate to say this but there are alot of reports are coming in about these sub going south sorry to say please buy a better sub that doesn't have a cheap plate amplifier😮
@@TheNLHAZE I'm not just going to get rid of a sub I only bought a couple months ago and get a new one just because it MIGHT have a bad plate amp. I replaced a cheap working 10" Polk sub I've had for years (part of a 5.1 package) with the SPL-120 and then added the RP1200SW. Neither of my other Klipsch speakers (mains and heights) have gone bad either. I don't run my system that loud - always less than reference - and I have plenty of bass to spare in my 13x16 bedroom. Besides I'd rather spend any extra cash on other things.
When I did have a plate amp on the downfiring 10" sub I called klipsch & they sent a replacement one right away & it wasn't even under warranty. No joking. I like doing such like that anyway so didn't mind putting it on myself. But the original one lasted for quite a while & the replacement is still booming along, gave it to my daughter for her 2 channel system.
@@garyausten5939 I completely understand I have unfortunate news as my RP 1600 died as of 7/5/24 guess I should have took my own advice I'll be calling them first thing in the morning hopefully they'll at least replace it with it only being less than 5 months old. I wasn't saying just trash it I was basically just saying be careful I don't push mine hard either please don't take what I was saying the wrong way as you see I'm without audio right now so I guess in a way I should have took my own advice sadly to say hopefully they'll make it right from now on I'm going to build my own Subs cheers and have a great day my friend and again I apologize if I came off rude.
I've heard about this a lot. I'm still using both my R-112SW purchased in 2016. Used daily so I've got my moneys worth. But I expect at least 1 of them to tear up anytime now.
One of my RP-1600sw subs blew after about 6 hours of actual play time (2 months from purchase date) to my horror it was the woofer itself that had blown, the gain was set to max 7 on the subwoofer and -6db of the receiver for the hottest of listening but more commonly was set to 6 gain on sub and -7db on receiver, max -10db master volume on my receiver for hot listening and 80hz frequency..For certain genres of music the subs can go very low and move a lot I also noticed the heat sink can get very hot.. it was replaced from the dealer I purchased it from but since that I really pet them as my confidence levels has dropped significantly from all the klipsch ads of how improved, durable and invincible these subs are .. note: in my opinion I believe the amplifier is having a hard time moving the subs can possibly be a bit underpowered especially before these subs are broken out properly this can possibly be the reason for the amplifier heating up to this extent.. I guess I’ll never actually hear the advertised bass these subs are capable of producing definitely not going to risk it..
Mine is Dead as we'll Rp1600 is Dead just after less then 5 months.I will update afterwards on 7/8/24 when I speak with them about this very bad problem I'm so aggravated right that's a lot of money guy's so we shall see what comes next...
@@kobusdupreez2892 That's great to hear I called about mine today they are willing to do (A) send me ,2 RP 12s are (B) Wait up to 2or 3 weeks until they get some more RP 1600 in stock and they'll swap it out for free that's pretty much where I stand up to me, that is with Crutchfield so that's where I stand my friend ...
I'm currently in the process of making a video as to why these subs are failing. Going over the circuitry and issues I believe are concerning from a quasi - engineering and design standpoint. Right now I'm editing the video content after having received an RP-1600SW from a customer for analysis and repairability. I should have the video available on RU-vid in roughly two weeks.
Ooof, sadly even pricy stuff like JL Audio’s suck too. I had 5 JL Audio E112s fail. I would not recommend JL to anyone. I am using JTR now… so far so good.
I bought my klipsch spl150 few years ago, amp went out bought another from klipsch and soon as I run it hard for a little while I can smell the am*p burning. it still works but Im looking for a replacement now. klipsch is trash, from the soundbars which I had replaced multiple times. wouldnt work no more now Im out of warranty. speakers are good
I use pro amps (2,000+ watts) to drive my passive 18" subs. Used with Active crossovers in line to the amps to kill everything above 110 Hz. Best way to do subs. Plate amps blow chunks.
None of my Klipsch have died fingers crossed. But I do break my subs in before I beat the dog crap out of them. I don't have this new sub line yet, but I still plan on getting it. Hopefully you can get your sub fixed in a timely manner.
Hey brother how are you doing ? When will you release the review video of the four SVS PB 2000 pro . I’m running three of them right now . I might get a fourth one after I watched your review which might come in the future I hope .
I have two Polk HTS 12 and I’m going to buy one of SVS PB16 ultra Do you think it’s better to keep and use all 3 together Or because the quality difference it’s better to sell two Polk and just keep one svs 16 ?
A lots of reports in the forms are starting to come in about people having trouble with these Subs. Don't get me wrong I love their speakers I have many in my home theater. Because they still use the cheap plate, amplifiers class( D) if you will I think this problem will always persist who knows what the future has in store but I would, definitely look in a different, direction going forward if he's already having trouble not, even using his all that much you can only imagine how much trouble you have on a daily usage.
@@homecinemaking397 yes sir I'm down the amp I believe has went out on my Rp1600 as of 7/5/24. Hopefully I will get a replacement sent out ASAP I will keep you updated as well my friend cheers
Mine is Dead as well just after less then 5 months my Rp1600 is Dead 7/5/24.I will update afterwards will be talking with on Monday the 7/8/24 very angry @ the moment 😫
Hi home cinema king I wanted to know after all the subs you've tested which is your best for movies and music in 12" also I looked at your demo videos they are really great so would a velodyne sub x12 or db12 beat svs and those dn12
Sorry I asked I know how alot of people feel about it so I know it doesn't stand a chance I was actually thinking about going with svs sb3000 and klipsch rp8000 ii with my yamaha rx v6a receiver
I have an R115sw that also just stop working , first the driver packed up for no reason and not long after I had it replaced the amp died and as much as I loved it I will not purchase any Klipsch subs anytime soon
@@homecinemaking397 I just hope when I call them tomorrow they make it all right with me as I only had this for less than 6 months I will update you on what they tell me tomorrow morning
I had Klipsch for many years in my studios , subwoofers break from abuse and incompetence of setting up systems without the use of computer based software. I repaired a 16" SVS with a plate amp failure and even standby circuits on the big double bass "subwoofers from JL Audio Fathom series subwoofers. The engineering of today is not built to handle incompetent abuse. Electronics of today is at many times engineered to fail between 3 to 5 years deliberately. In my experience of 38 years in the audio industry ,I have seen enough of incompetent engineering and intentional engineering to create turnover, since insurance companies anyway fit the bill for replacing Electronics. If I get in depth into this discussion with this topic, then you will not believe what I have seen in 38 years. That's why I embarked into designing equipment with a lifetime warranty per original owner ,to create a bit of a difference in the industry
I run my r 121 on a low gain. Turned off crossover on my amp and it does what’s it’s supposed to. Attenuate low frequencies, not blow the roof off the building
Ok Guy's I have a video coming in soon to, explain what's exactly going wrong, and unfortunately because of the way they are designed the (RP 1600s) no matter how well you take care of them will continue to give issues, in the video you'll be explained why as it does take some time to make these videos please be patient thanks Guy's 👍👍
All these plate amps are terrible. These are the same company with those that parts express > Dayton Audio. They are trash. They are powerful sound really good but trash quality. Those on the svs as well. Formosa Audio. They don't last. If it last you 6 months you are lucky. The pb ultra 16 plate amps got some updates and it will last you a bit longer but still trash components example the power capacitors they don't last. Must replace these capacitors every 6 months
Look at the used market. After my $900 SVS dual 12" amp died, I started shopping the used market and never looked back. I've got 2 Mirage 10" on one setup, a 12" Mirage on another, and a Snell 12" on a dedicated music setup. All 4 are over 15 years old and the sound quality beats the SVS, which was more of a brute than an accurate sub.
