Klipsch Cinema 400 Soundbar
450,00 €
Klipsch Cinema 400 is a 2.1-channel soundbar system for TV audio and home cinema. The included wireless subwoofer can be positioned separately from the soundbar without a signal cable between the two units. Two main channels create the front stereo soundstage, while a dedicated low-frequency channel adds bass to films and music. A 400 W power rating is stated, but its type and measurement conditions are not defined.
Klipsch Cinema 400 is a 2.1-channel soundbar system designed for TV audio and home cinema content. The package includes a soundbar and a wireless subwoofer. The wireless connection allows the subwoofer to be positioned separately from the soundbar without running a signal cable between the two units.
What a 2.1-channel system provides
Two main channels create the left and right sides of the front soundstage. The additional channel handles low frequencies, allowing the bass content in a film soundtrack to be reproduced separately from the main channels.
This is a more compact solution than a system with separate front and rear speakers. The 2.1-channel format is not a discrete multichannel surround sound system. It is a suitable choice when you want a front stereo soundstage with a dedicated bass channel. If sounds coming from behind the listening position are a priority, you will need a different channel configuration.
Placement and bass adjustment
Centre the soundbar in relation to the television. Do not allow the TV stand, the edge of the furniture or other objects to obstruct its front. This helps keep the left and right channels equally aligned with the picture. If the soundbar is placed inside a furniture recess, leave its front unobstructed.
The position of the subwoofer in the room affects both the amount and the evenness of the bass you hear. Start with a position near the front wall, roughly in the same plane as the soundbar. Then compare several possible locations while listening from your usual seating position.
Placing the subwoofer near a room corner often increases the bass, although it may also make the response uneven in some listening positions. If the bass dominates the sound, move the subwoofer farther away from the corner. If there is too little bass, try positioning it closer to a wall.
The wireless connection removes the need for an interconnecting signal cable, but it does not remove the need for electrical power. Choose a location where the subwoofer can reach a power socket. Avoid enclosing it in a tight cabinet, as the furniture cavity may alter the bass you hear.
How to interpret the technical data
A 400 W power rating is stated, but the type of power rating and the measurement method are not defined. The figure therefore cannot be compared directly with the RMS power rating of another product. It also does not indicate how loud the system will sound in a particular room.
The stated 35 Hz-20 kHz frequency range is provided without a tolerance or measurement conditions. Its lower limit indicates the declared starting point of the reproduction range. It does not guarantee an equal output level throughout the specified range.
The stated 99 dB sensitivity is also given without measurement conditions. For this reason, it should not be used as the sole basis for comparing different systems.
Technical specifications
| Model | Cinema 400 |
|---|---|
| Product type | Soundbar system with wireless subwoofer |
| Channel configuration | 2.1 channels |
| Intended use | TV audio and home cinema content |
| Package contents | Soundbar and wireless subwoofer |
| Power | 400 W; power-rating type and measurement conditions not defined |
| Frequency range | 35 Hz-20 kHz; tolerance and measurement conditions not provided |
| Sensitivity | 99 dB; measurement conditions not provided |
FAQ
What should I check before connecting the system to a television?
A wireless subwoofer does not mean that the system connects wirelessly to the television. Choose the connection method according to the matching audio output on the TV and input on the soundbar.
Does the system reproduce separate rear channels?
No. The two main channels are used for the front soundstage, while the additional channel handles low frequencies. Separate rear speakers are not included in this package.
How can I identify an unsuitable subwoofer position?
If the bass is excessively strong, dominates the sound or is uneven across different listening positions, the subwoofer is not ideally placed. Move it farther away from the corner and compare the result from your normal listening position.
Does the wireless subwoofer require a power socket?
Yes. The wireless connection replaces only the signal cable between the units, so the subwoofer must be placed within reach of a power socket.
Can the subwoofer be kept inside a closed cabinet?
This is not recommended because the furniture cavity may alter the bass you hear. Choose an open position for the subwoofer near a power socket.
Who is this 2.1-channel system best suited to?
It is worth considering when you want a front stereo soundstage and a separate low-frequency channel. If separate rear channels are important, you will need a different channel configuration.
