Klipsch La Scala® AL6-AMERICAN AUBURN vs Revel C426BE-WALNUT
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Choosing between the Klipsch La Scala® AL6-AMERICAN AUBURN and Revel C426BE-WALNUT? 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 Revel C426BE-WALNUT leads in value, audio quality, volume/SPL, form factor, room fit.
For speaker performance, the Klipsch La Scala® AL6-AMERICAN AUBURN is more sensitive at 103 dB vs 90 dB. 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.
The Revel C426BE-WALNUT 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 Revel C426BE-WALNUT is the stronger choice — it leads in 5 of 5 scored dimensions. The Klipsch La Scala® AL6-AMERICAN AUBURN makes more sense if budget is the primary constraint.
Performance Overview
Scores based on specs and category benchmarks (0–100 scale)
Klipsch La Scala® AL6-AMERICAN AUBURN
Revel C426BE-WALNUT
Detailed Specifications
| Specification | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | N/A | N/A |
| Driver Config | 3-way | 3-way |
| Sensitivity | 103dB | 90dB |
| Impedance | 8Ω | 8Ω |
| Freq Response Low | 40Hz | 38Hz |
| Freq Response High | 19000Hz | 40000Hz |
| Crossover | 425Hz | 210Hz |
| Bi-Amp Capable | Yes | No |
| Rec. Power Min | 3W | 50W |
| Rec. Power Max | 5W | 300W |
| Mounting Type | tower | center |
| 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
- Rec. Power Max: Klipsch La Scala® AL6-AMERICAN AUBURN at 5W vs Revel C426BE-WALNUT at 300W
- Rec. Power Min: Klipsch La Scala® AL6-AMERICAN AUBURN at 3W vs Revel C426BE-WALNUT at 50W
- Freq Response High: Klipsch La Scala® AL6-AMERICAN AUBURN at 19000Hz vs Revel C426BE-WALNUT at 40000Hz
- Crossover: Klipsch La Scala® AL6-AMERICAN AUBURN at 425Hz vs Revel C426BE-WALNUT at 210Hz
- Sensitivity: Klipsch La Scala® AL6-AMERICAN AUBURN at 103dB vs Revel C426BE-WALNUT at 90dB. 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 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
Choose Revel C426BE-WALNUT 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
See Where These Rank
Check our editorial rankings to see how Klipsch La Scala® AL6-AMERICAN AUBURN and Revel C426BE-WALNUT compare to the rest of the field.
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