Definitive Technology PROCINEMA 6D vs Klipsch REFERENCE THEATER PACK 5.1
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Choosing between the Definitive Technology PROCINEMA 6D and Klipsch REFERENCE THEATER PACK 5.1? 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 value, form factor, room fit.
The Definitive Technology PROCINEMA 6D holds an advantage across more performance dimensions, but the Klipsch REFERENCE THEATER PACK 5.1 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 Definitive Technology PROCINEMA 6D is the stronger choice — it leads in 3 of 3 scored dimensions. The Klipsch REFERENCE THEATER PACK 5.1 makes more sense if budget is the primary constraint.
Performance Overview
Scores based on specs and category benchmarks (0–100 scale)
Detailed Specifications
| Specification | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | N/A | N/A |
| Channel Config | 5.1 | 5.1 |
| Includes Subwoofer | Yes | Yes |
| Includes Center | Yes | Yes |
| Includes Surround | Yes | Yes |
| Includes Height/Atmos | No | No |
| Includes AVR | No | No |
| Speaker Count | 5 | 5 |
| Subwoofer Count | 1 | 1 |
| Total Power (Sub) | 250W | 150W |
| Freq Response Low | 22Hz | 38Hz |
| Freq Response High | 30000Hz | 23000Hz |
| Floorstanding Fronts | No | No |
| Impedance | 8Ω | 8Ω |
| Sensitivity | 88dB | 91dB |
| Front Speaker Type | Satellite | Satellite |
| Surround Type | Direct-radiating | Direct-radiating |
| Connection Type | Spring clips | Spring clips |
| Wall Mountable | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Sub | No | Yes |
| Sub Driver Size | 8in | 8in |
| Amplification | Separate Receiver Required | Separate Receiver Required |
| Wireless Fronts | No | No |
| Wireless Center | No | No |
| Wireless Rears | No | No |
| Wall Mount Detail | All | Rears only |
| Front Power Min | 10W | 50W |
| Front Power Max | 150W | 200W |
| Center Power Min | 10W | 75W |
| Center Power Max | 175W | 300W |
| Rear Power Min | 10W | 50W |
| Rear Power Max | 150W | 200W |
| Front Tweeter | 1" Aluminum Dome | 0.75" LTS Aluminum Tractrix Horn |
| Front Woofer | 3.25" BDSS Mid/Woofer | 3.5" Copper-Spun IMG |
| Front Midrange | — | — |
| Center Tweeter | 1" Aluminum Dome | 0.75" LTS Aluminum Tractrix Horn |
| Center Woofer | Dual 3.25" BDSS Mid/Woofer | 3.5" Copper-Spun IMG |
| Center Midrange | — | — |
| Rear Tweeter | 1" Aluminum Dome | 0.75" LTS Aluminum Tractrix Horn |
| Rear Woofer | 3.25" BDSS Mid/Woofer | 3.5" Copper-Spun IMG |
| Rear Midrange | — | — |
| Sub Driver Detail | 8" Woofer | 8" Down-Firing Woofer |
| Sub Passive Radiator | No | — |
| Front Width | 4in | 4.38in |
| Front Height | 7in | 7.75in |
| Front Depth | 4.25in | 5.37in |
| Front Weight | 2.5lbs | 3lbs |
| Center Width | 10.5in | 10.75in |
| Center Height | 4in | 4.38in |
| Center Depth | 4.25in | 5.37in |
| Center Weight | 4.3lbs | 5lbs |
| Rear Width | 4in | 4.38in |
| Rear Height | 7in | 7.75in |
| Rear Depth | 4.25in | 5.37in |
| Rear Weight | 2.5lbs | 3lbs |
| Sub Width | 10.38in | 11.75in |
| Sub Height | 13in | 13.25in |
| Sub Depth | 13in | 11.75in |
| Sub Weight | 16.6lbs | 15lbs |
| 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
- Center Power Min: Definitive Technology PROCINEMA 6D at 10W vs Klipsch REFERENCE THEATER PACK 5.1 at 75W
- Front Power Min: Definitive Technology PROCINEMA 6D at 10W vs Klipsch REFERENCE THEATER PACK 5.1 at 50W
- Rear Power Min: Definitive Technology PROCINEMA 6D at 10W vs Klipsch REFERENCE THEATER PACK 5.1 at 50W
- Freq Response Low: Definitive Technology PROCINEMA 6D at 22Hz vs Klipsch REFERENCE THEATER PACK 5.1 at 38Hz. Determines how much bass a speaker handles on its own versus relying on a subwoofer for low-end support.
- Center Power Max: Definitive Technology PROCINEMA 6D at 175W vs Klipsch REFERENCE THEATER PACK 5.1 at 300W
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 THEATER PACK 5.1 if you want:
- + better sensitivity — higher sensitivity means your receiver works less hard, leaving more headroom for dynamic peaks in movie soundtracks
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