Definitive Technology PROCINEMA 6D vs Klipsch REFERENCE CINEMA SYSTEM 5.1.4
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Choosing between the Definitive Technology PROCINEMA 6D and Klipsch REFERENCE CINEMA SYSTEM 5.1.4? Both compete in the Speaker Package 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 Definitive Technology PROCINEMA 6D scores higher in form factor, room fit. The Klipsch REFERENCE CINEMA SYSTEM 5.1.4 leads in value.
These two Speaker Package options trade wins across different dimensions. The right choice depends on which specs matter most for your room and listening preferences — review the detailed table below to decide.
For most home theaters, the Definitive Technology PROCINEMA 6D is the stronger choice — it leads in 2 of 3 scored dimensions. The Klipsch REFERENCE CINEMA SYSTEM 5.1.4 makes more sense if you prioritize the 1 dimension where it leads.
Performance Overview
Scores based on specs and category benchmarks (0–100 scale)
Definitive Technology PROCINEMA 6D
Klipsch REFERENCE CINEMA SYSTEM 5.1.4
Detailed Specifications
| Specification | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | N/A | N/A |
| Channel Config | 5.1 | 5.1.4 |
| Includes Subwoofer | Yes | Yes |
| Includes Center | Yes | Yes |
| Includes Surround | Yes | Yes |
| Includes Height/Atmos | No | Yes |
| Includes AVR | No | No |
| Speaker Count | 5 | 9 |
| Subwoofer Count | 1 | 1 |
| Total Power (Sub) | 250W | 160W |
| Freq Response Low | 22Hz | 80Hz |
| Freq Response High | 30000Hz | 20000Hz |
| Floorstanding Fronts | No | No |
| Impedance | 8Ω | 8Ω |
| Sensitivity | 88dB | 92dB |
| Front Speaker Type | Satellite | Satellite |
| Surround Type | Direct-radiating | Direct-radiating |
| Connection Type | Spring clips | Spring clips |
| Wall Mountable | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Sub | No | No |
| Sub Driver Size | 8in | 10in |
| Amplification | Separate Receiver Required | Separate Receiver Required |
| Wireless Fronts | No | No |
| Wireless Center | No | No |
| Wireless Rears | No | No |
| Wall Mount Detail | All | All |
| Front Power Min | 10W | 75W |
| Front Power Max | 150W | 300W |
| Center Power Min | 10W | 75W |
| Center Power Max | 175W | 300W |
| Rear Power Min | 10W | 75W |
| Rear Power Max | 150W | 300W |
| Front Tweeter | 1" Aluminum Dome | 1" Aluminum LTS Tractrix Horn |
| Front Woofer | 3.25" BDSS Mid/Woofer | 3.5" IMG Woofer |
| Front Midrange | — | — |
| Center Tweeter | 1" Aluminum Dome | 1" Aluminum LTS Tractrix Horn |
| Center Woofer | Dual 3.25" BDSS Mid/Woofer | 3.5" IMG Woofer |
| Center Midrange | — | — |
| Rear Tweeter | 1" Aluminum Dome | 1" Aluminum LTS Tractrix Horn |
| Rear Woofer | 3.25" BDSS Mid/Woofer | 3.5" IMG Woofer |
| Rear Midrange | — | — |
| Sub Driver Detail | 8" Woofer | 10" Copper-Spun IMG Woofer |
| Sub Passive Radiator | No | — |
| Front Width | 4in | 6.5in |
| Front Height | 7in | 13.5in |
| Front Depth | 4.25in | 7in |
| Front Weight | 2.5lbs | 8lbs |
| Center Width | 10.5in | 17.5in |
| Center Height | 4in | 5.13in |
| Center Depth | 4.25in | 6in |
| Center Weight | 4.3lbs | 7.5lbs |
| Rear Width | 4in | 6.5in |
| Rear Height | 7in | 13.5in |
| Rear Depth | 4.25in | 7in |
| Rear Weight | 2.5lbs | 8lbs |
| Sub Width | 10.38in | 12.5in |
| Sub Height | 13in | 14.5in |
| Sub Depth | 13in | 16.4in |
| Sub Weight | 16.6lbs | 24lbs |
| Dolby Digital | No | No |
| DTS | No | No |
| Dolby Atmos | No | No |
| DTS:X | No | No |
| Dialogue Enhancement | No | No |
| Virtual Surround | No | No |
| Auto Calibration | No | No |
| Night Mode | No | No |
| Bluetooth | No | No |
| AirPlay | No | No |
| Google Cast | No | No |
| Spotify Connect | No | No |
| Optical Inputs | 0 | 0 |
| Coaxial Inputs | 0 | 0 |
| HDMI ARC | No | No |
| HDMI eARC | No | No |
| 3.5mm Input | No | No |
| RCA Stereo Inputs | — | — |
| USB-A Input | No | No |
| Subwoofer Output | 0 | 0 |
| Speaker Terminals | Spring Posts | Spring Posts |
| Includes Remote | No | No |
| Voice Control | No | No |
| App Control | No | No |
| HDMI CEC | No | No |
| IR Passthrough | No | No |
| Learns TV Remote | No | No |
Key Differences
- Front Power Min: Definitive Technology PROCINEMA 6D at 10W vs Klipsch REFERENCE CINEMA SYSTEM 5.1.4 at 75W
- Center Power Min: Definitive Technology PROCINEMA 6D at 10W vs Klipsch REFERENCE CINEMA SYSTEM 5.1.4 at 75W
- Rear Power Min: Definitive Technology PROCINEMA 6D at 10W vs Klipsch REFERENCE CINEMA SYSTEM 5.1.4 at 75W
- Freq Response Low: Definitive Technology PROCINEMA 6D at 22Hz vs Klipsch REFERENCE CINEMA SYSTEM 5.1.4 at 80Hz. Determines how much bass a speaker handles on its own versus relying on a subwoofer for low-end support.
- Front Weight: Definitive Technology PROCINEMA 6D at 2.5lbs vs Klipsch REFERENCE CINEMA SYSTEM 5.1.4 at 8lbs
Which Should You Choose?
Choose Definitive Technology PROCINEMA 6D 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 REFERENCE CINEMA SYSTEM 5.1.4 if you want:
- + better sensitivity — higher sensitivity means your receiver works less hard, leaving more headroom for dynamic peaks in movie soundtracks
Specifications sourced from manufacturer datasheets and verified against retailer listings. Prices updated hourly from authorized retailers. Scoring uses our open methodology — products are never ranked, promoted, or suppressed based on affiliate commission rates.
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