Klipsch Synergy Quintet III Home Theater Speaker System
From the Manufacturer
Comprised of four miniature satellites and a low-profile center channel, the Quintet™ III Microsystem incorporates over 60 years of class-leading research and development experience. In fact, it utilizes the same cutting-edge technology as our professional cinema products, which are chosen by leading cinema operators around the world. Efficient and Versatile Cinema Sound The Klipsch Microsystem is versatile for a variety of setups. View larger Each magnetically shielded satellite employs a 0. 75-inch aluminum diaphragm tweeter coupled to an exclusive MicroTractrix™ Horn for precise high frequencies. The 3. 5-inch long-throw woofers produce remarkable detail and clarity. The swiveling pedestal base featured on each satellite facilitates easy wall or shelf placement and gives the speaker a 180-degree range of motion, allowing users to widen or constrict the soundstage based on audience size. The two-way magnetically shielded center channel uses t…more
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13 comments
Abbott on August 21, 2009 at 6:49 pm
I recently upgraded my system with a new receiver and needed some new speakers to complement them. I wanted the Bose Acoustimass speakers forever but couldn’t bear dropping a G on them. I also wanted to stay in the “bookshelf” size speaker as it suited my set up better. So I decided to try these for less than half the price of the Bose. I figured I could return them if they didn’t thrill me. Short story. . . . they did. I was floored by the fullness of the sound. They hit the highs, mids, and lows like a champ. I like to use the action bits on Terminator 3 to test out new recievers and speakers and these really impressed me with a huge wall of sound. I knew they were good when I got excited while watching a movie I’d seen so many times before. It was almost like listening to it for the first time. I also popped in some cd’s and I swear I heard things in some of my music that I’ve never heard before. I’d heard those Bose speakers a dozen times at Comp USA and Best Buy and really do feel these are better for a full sound. The Bose do the highs an mids really well but not the lows. These are designed to be the total package with their horn/tweeter design and they certainly perform as such. They can actually be used without a subwoofer, which is good for people who don’t like the booming and rumbling that subs provide. Klipsch suggest their own subs(of course) but I felt the price was a little rich for my blood, so I use a $100 Sony powered sub and it works just fine. They look and feel like they’re made from good quality materials. In fact, I accidently dropped one from 2 1/2 feet onto a wooden floor (oops) and it was completely intact without any marks and still works perfectly. The posts on the back of the speakers make speaker wire attachment a snap. You just unscrew the cap, the wire goes through the middle of the post, then you tighten the cap back down. No problemo. A great feature. They also make placement and mounting easy as you can sit them on a shelf, like in the picture, or flip the stand part back to mount on a wall. They also pivot to point in most any angle you’d want. The center speaker doesn’t though. There are only a couple of slight negatives here. The center speaker sounds a little boxey. It could use some more treble as it leans a little more towards the mid range. Since the majority of dialog comes from the center speaker, I wanted a little more sharpness. This is minor though and doesn’t hinder the experience at all. The other is the balancing. Pairing them with my new reciever to find the best sound was a bit tricky. Again, these are very slight negatives and shouldn’t deter you from looking into these fabulous speakers. I’m just trying to be as honest as I can here. I never once thought of returning them though. Klipsch has a great reputation in the audio world and touts these as their best selling compact speaker system. These are a great deal for the price as they sound huge and like they should cost alot more. If you’re starting to get serious about your audio for your home theater, there’s nothing else out there that’s gonna top these at their size and price. Believe me, I looked.
Cait on August 21, 2009 at 7:23 pm
I bought this from Ebay brand new for only about 359. 00 dollars. What’s nice is that even at a low volume you can hear a full range of sound. High end sound for a low end price. I’m sure if you have a very large living room you can stick all four speakers in the rear for 7. 1 and buy a pair of large floor Klipsch speakers for the Front Right and Left. Perhaps a larger center channel if you’re more than 10-15 feet from your screen. For my apartment living room these are perfect though. As I run on I should also mention that the built wall mounts are awesome! You can tilt the rear speakers inward if your couch is against the wall.
Heman on August 21, 2009 at 7:27 pm
Recently was over a friend’s house and noticed that he had a Bose system and was impressed with the sound. I had a Sony HTIB set up that I was not too crazy about but had to compromise because my wife is particular on how things look and will compromise perfomance. I decided to upgrade my system, but I wanted to do this without spending Bose money. I went with a Yamaha RX-V663 receiver and paired it with the Klipsch speakers. The results were beyond my expectations. The clarity of the sound was outstanding. The lows really come thru these speakers well. My wife’s jaw dropped when she heard the results. I recommend people to do the research and check out these speakers. Most people see the name “Bose” and buy into the name because of there exposure on TV and magazine adds. I believe I have better sound than a bose system for a fraction of the cost.
Estelle on August 21, 2009 at 7:32 pm
5.0 out of 5 stars
Very Nice and worth it!
After months of reviewing and searching for a good mid-range speakers i finally decided to buy the Quintet III. I am not disappointed at all and it was money well spent.
Urit on August 21, 2009 at 8:08 pm
5.0 out of 5 stars
Comparison shop
This exact system is $329 at best buy and I hate best buy ,I purchase 90% of my electronics from this site one error from a guy who posted that a sony was just as good it’d like…
Andie on August 21, 2009 at 9:36 pm
5.0 out of 5 stars
Some quick facts
I have had these for about a year now. I love them. To me they are the best “compact” speakers in this price range for BOTH music and movies.
Astrella on August 21, 2009 at 11:30 pm
5.0 out of 5 stars
Wonderful Speakers, Crisp Clean but you need a SUB !
Just got my quintets. Always wanted them since I heard the version 2’s a few years ago. After reading many reviews with everyone saying they love them I decided to pull the…
Phinnaeus on August 22, 2009 at 1:11 am
5.0 out of 5 stars
best speakers for your HT
set up took about one hour, I had to set up the wall mount. over all easy set up, I’m using the Klipsch Synergy Quintet III with a Sony receiver 820.
Emilia on August 22, 2009 at 1:59 am
4.0 out of 5 stars
Great system great price.
These speakers are great. Now I can hear people really well in movies and video games sound great. Must have!
Idella on August 22, 2009 at 3:19 am
5.0 out of 5 stars
Supreme voice clarity, makes TV watching a lot more fun
I bought these from BestBuy for about $480 a few months ago (now on sale at Amazon for $300 (bummer!), I still believe they were worth $500.
Laik on August 22, 2009 at 4:32 am
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great speakers
I have these hooked up to my 46″ Samsung with a Polk Bass and a Yamaha receiver. These speakers are nice looking and not obnoxious. They put out a great full sound.
Idalee on August 22, 2009 at 5:21 am
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great Speakers
Bought these to upgrade from JBL Satellites and what a difference. The Quintet III’s are great for hometheater and music.
Keyshawn on August 22, 2009 at 6:24 am
5.0 out of 5 stars
Impressed
I’m am very happy with the speaker system. Great sound, compact and good looking. The price was something I couldn’t pass up.