GoldenEar TRITON-REFERENCE vs Klipsch La Scala® AL6-AMERICAN AUBURN
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Choosing between the GoldenEar TRITON-REFERENCE and Klipsch La Scala® AL6-AMERICAN AUBURN? Both compete in the Speaker (L/R) segment. Here’s how they compare across the specs that matter most for your home theater.
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Looking at overall performance dimensions: The GoldenEar TRITON-REFERENCE scores higher in value, audio quality, volume/SPL, room fit. The Klipsch La Scala® AL6-AMERICAN AUBURN leads in form factor.
For speaker performance, the Klipsch La Scala® AL6-AMERICAN AUBURN is more sensitive at 103 dB vs 93 dB, and impedances of 4Ω vs 8Ω. Higher sensitivity means your receiver works less hard, leaving more headroom for dynamic peaks in movie soundtracks. A speaker rated 3 dB higher in sensitivity needs half the amplifier power to reach the same volume. Lower impedance draws more current from your receiver. A 4-ohm speaker needs a receiver rated for that load, or you risk thermal shutdown during loud passages.
The GoldenEar TRITON-REFERENCE holds an advantage across more performance dimensions, but the Klipsch La Scala® AL6-AMERICAN AUBURN may still be the better pick depending on which specs matter most to your setup. See the detailed comparison table below for the full breakdown.
For most home theaters, the GoldenEar TRITON-REFERENCE is the stronger choice — it leads in 4 of 5 scored dimensions. The Klipsch La Scala® AL6-AMERICAN AUBURN makes more sense if you prioritize the 1 dimension where it leads.
Performance Overview
Scores based on specs and category benchmarks (0–100 scale)
GoldenEar TRITON-REFERENCE
Klipsch La Scala® AL6-AMERICAN AUBURN
Detailed Specifications
| Specification | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | N/A | N/A |
| Driver Config | 2-way | 3-way |
| Sensitivity | 93dB | 103dB |
| Impedance | 4Ω | 8Ω |
| Freq Response Low | 26Hz | 40Hz |
| Freq Response High | 25000Hz | 19000Hz |
| Crossover | — | 425Hz |
| Bi-Amp Capable | No | Yes |
| Rec. Power Min | — | 3W |
| Rec. Power Max | — | 5W |
| Mounting Type | tower | tower |
| Mounting Depth | — | — |
| Cutout Diameter | — | — |
| Cutout Width | — | — |
| Cutout Height | — | — |
| Wall Thickness Min | — | — |
| Wall Thickness Max | — | — |
| Back Box Included | No | No |
| Back Box Required | No | No |
| Mounting Mechanism | — | — |
| Installation Type | — | — |
| Stud Spacing | — | — |
| Paintable Grille | No | No |
| Magnetic Grille | No | No |
| Grille Shape | — | — |
| Connector Type | — | — |
| Wire Gauge Max | — | — |
| Angle Adjustable | No | No |
| Pivot Angle | — | — |
| Treble Attenuation Switch | No | No |
| LCR Capable | No | No |
| Coaxial | No | No |
| IP Rating | — | — |
| Moisture Resistant | No | No |
| UV Resistant | No | No |
| Salt Spray Rated | No | No |
| Enclosure Material | — | — |
| Grille Material | — | — |
| Bracket Type | — | — |
| Bracket Included | No | No |
| Dual Voice Coil (SDI) | No | No |
Key Differences
- Impedance: GoldenEar TRITON-REFERENCE at 4Ω vs Klipsch La Scala® AL6-AMERICAN AUBURN at 8Ω. Lower impedance draws more current from your receiver. A 4-ohm speaker needs a receiver rated for that load, or you risk thermal shutdown during loud passages.
- Freq Response Low: GoldenEar TRITON-REFERENCE at 26Hz vs Klipsch La Scala® AL6-AMERICAN AUBURN at 40Hz. Determines how much bass a speaker handles on its own versus relying on a subwoofer for low-end support.
- Driver Config: GoldenEar TRITON-REFERENCE at 2-way vs Klipsch La Scala® AL6-AMERICAN AUBURN at 3-way. 3-way speakers use dedicated drivers for bass, midrange, and treble, reducing crossover interference. Coaxial designs (KEF Uni-Q) mount the tweeter inside the woofer for better time-alignment.
- Freq Response High: GoldenEar TRITON-REFERENCE at 25000Hz vs Klipsch La Scala® AL6-AMERICAN AUBURN at 19000Hz
- Sensitivity: GoldenEar TRITON-REFERENCE at 93dB vs Klipsch La Scala® AL6-AMERICAN AUBURN at 103dB. Higher sensitivity means your receiver works less hard, leaving more headroom for dynamic peaks in movie soundtracks. A speaker rated 3 dB higher in sensitivity needs half the amplifier power to reach the same volume.
Which Should You Choose?
Choose GoldenEar TRITON-REFERENCE if you want:
- + better freq response low — determines how much bass a speaker handles on its own versus relying on a subwoofer for low-end support
Choose Klipsch La Scala® AL6-AMERICAN AUBURN if you want:
- + better sensitivity — higher sensitivity means your receiver works less hard, leaving more headroom for dynamic peaks in movie soundtracks
See Where These Rank
Check our editorial rankings to see how GoldenEar TRITON-REFERENCE and Klipsch La Scala® AL6-AMERICAN AUBURN compare to the rest of the field.
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