The Klipsch Reference Premiere III RP-8263FA Dolby Atmos Floorstanding Loudspeaker combines the powerful dynamics of Klipsch's latest Reference Premiere tower design with a dedicated upward-firing Dolby Atmos height channel built directly into the top of the cabinet. Its main two-way speaker section pairs dual 8-inch Cerametallic woofers with a horn-loaded 1-inch titanium LTS tweeter, delivering the high efficiency, wide dynamic range, impactful bass, and detailed presentation that define the Reference Premiere series.
For immersive home theater, the RP-8263FA adds a completely separate Dolby Atmos elevation system featuring a 6.5-inch Cerametallic woofer and its own 1-inch titanium LTS vented tweeter. This dedicated height channel directs sound toward the ceiling so compatible Dolby Atmos soundtracks can create overhead effects without requiring separate in-ceiling speakers. Reference Premiere III refinements including new flush-mounted BMC axial Tractrix horn technology, Faraday-ring woofer motors, dual-chamber rear-firing Tractrix ports, an internally braced knife-edge cabinet, and adjustable metal outrigger feet complete Klipsch's flagship Reference Premiere III floorstander.
Key Features & Innovations
Integrated Dolby Atmos height channel — the Klipsch Reference Premiere III RP-8263FA Dolby Atmos Floorstanding Loudspeaker incorporates a dedicated upward-firing speaker system into the top of the cabinet, providing an elegant way to add overhead effects to a compatible immersive home theater.
Dual 8-inch Cerametallic main-channel woofers — Klipsch's signature copper-hued Cerametallic cones combine low mass with excellent rigidity for powerful bass, detailed midrange reproduction, and fast transient response.
Faraday-ring woofer motor technology — Faraday rings within the main woofer motors help improve linearity and reduce distortion as the drivers move through their operating range.
1-inch titanium LTS vented main tweeter — Klipsch's Linear Travel Suspension technology minimizes diaphragm distortion, while the vented tweeter housing reduces unwanted resonances for cleaner, more detailed high-frequency reproduction.
Flush-mounted BMC axial Tractrix horn — the Reference Premiere III generation introduces a high-density BMC horn material designed to reduce resonance, while its flush-mounted geometry minimizes wave breakup and improves off-axis response for a wider listening area.
Dedicated 6.5-inch Dolby Atmos woofer — the integrated height channel uses its own upward-firing 6.5-inch Cerametallic woofer, allowing overhead information to be reproduced independently from the main front-channel speaker system.
Dedicated Atmos titanium tweeter — a separate 1-inch titanium LTS vented tweeter handles high frequencies for the Dolby Atmos channel, giving the elevation system a true two-way acoustic design.
Independent height-channel connection — the Dolby Atmos module has its own speaker input and is connected to a compatible AV receiver's height-channel amplifier output, allowing the receiver to process and power the main and elevation channels independently.
98dB main-channel sensitivity — exceptional efficiency allows the RP-8263FA's main speaker section to produce substantial output and wide dynamic swings without requiring unusually high amplifier power.
Dual-chamber rear-firing Tractrix ports — the main enclosure uses Klipsch's Tractrix port geometry to promote efficient airflow while reducing turbulence and unwanted port noise for cleaner, more powerful bass.
Bi-wire and bi-amp capable main channel — dual aluminum binding posts provide conventional single-wire connection along with bi-wiring or bi-amplification options for the main speaker section.
Flagship Reference Premiere III floorstander — with dual 8-inch woofers, integrated Dolby Atmos capability, updated cabinet construction, and new acoustic technologies, the RP-8263FA sits at the top of Klipsch's Reference Premiere III floorstanding range.
FAQ — Klipsch RP-8263FA
Does the RP-8263FA have Dolby Atmos speakers built in?
Yes. The RP-8263FA has a dedicated upward-firing Dolby Atmos speaker system integrated into the top of the cabinet. It uses a 6.5-inch Cerametallic woofer and a separate 1-inch titanium LTS vented tweeter to reproduce height-channel information independently from the main speaker section.
Does the Dolby Atmos speaker require a separate amplifier channel?
Yes. The main speaker and integrated Dolby Atmos height speaker are electrically separate. The main section connects to the receiver or amplifier's front-channel output, while the height section connects to a compatible Dolby Atmos AV receiver or processor's dedicated height-channel amplifier output.
How much amplifier power can the RP-8263FA handle?
The main speaker section is rated for 150 watts continuous and 600 watts peak. The integrated Dolby Atmos height channel is separately rated for 100 watts continuous and 400 watts peak.
Can the main RP-8263FA speaker be bi-wired or bi-amped?
Yes. The main speaker section includes dual aluminum binding posts and supports conventional single-wire operation, bi-wiring, or bi-amplification. The integrated Dolby Atmos height channel has its own separate pair of binding posts.
How does the RP-8263FA compare with the RP-8203F?
The RP-8263FA and RP-8203F share a similar main-channel configuration with dual 8-inch Cerametallic woofers and a 1-inch titanium LTS tweeter. The major difference is the RP-8263FA's integrated upward-firing Dolby Atmos system, which adds a dedicated 6.5-inch woofer and 1-inch titanium LTS tweeter for height-channel reproduction. The additional Atmos system also makes the RP-8263FA cabinet deeper.
Do I still need a subwoofer with the RP-8263FA?
The RP-8263FA's dual 8-inch woofers provide substantial full-range bass with specified main-channel response extending to 35Hz. For home theater, a dedicated powered subwoofer is still recommended for reproducing the deepest LFE information and providing greater low-frequency output below the tower's operating range.
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