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RBH Sound TK-5C Bookshelf Speaker System Review

by Gene DellaSala last modified February 06, 2008 10:49

Summary

  • Product Name: RBH Sound TK-5C Bookshelf Speaker System Review
  • Manufacturer: RBH Sound
  • Performance Rating: StarStarStarStarhalf-star
  • Value Rating: StarStarStarStar
  • Review Date: December 05, 2007
  • MSRP: $499/pr
Specifications

Frequency range +/- 3 dB                       60Hz - 20kHz±3dB
Sensitivity (2.83V/1m)                            86.0 dB
Nominal impedance                               8 ohms
Recommended amp power                     50– 100watts
Crossover frequency                              3kHz
Tweeter driver                                        1” Silk Dome
Low frequency driver(s)                           5 ¼”  Fiberglass cone
Enclosure type                                      Ported
Connection input(s)                                Single Wire
Recommended placement                      Bookshelf or Standmount
Dimensions (H x W x D)                         7 1/4" W x 12 3/4" H x 8 1/2" D
Weight                                                  19.5 lbs/ea
Video Shielded:                                     Yes
Grill:                                                     Black cloth
Finish                                                   Black/Rosewood (gloss black accents)


Pros

  • Bold dynamic sound from a small package
  • Easy amplifier load
  • Rounds out the TK series as an all around top notch high value speaker system

Cons

  • A bit of lower midrange coloration present depending on source material
  • Ho hum aesthetics and finish

Introduction

The RBH Sound TK-5Cs were top notch performers, sounding BIGGER than they looked without faltering at high SPL levels. If you can't find an RBH dealer in your area, check out the EMP EF30s which are similar in performance but almost $150 cheaper through the Audioholics online store.
  1. TK-5C Build Quality and Setup
  2. TK-5C Listening Tests
  3. TK-5C Measurements and Analysis
  4. TK-5C Conclusion