Klipsch Forte IV

HIGH PERFORMANCE IS OUR FORTE
Since its inception in 1985, the Forte has been a standout speaker. The new Forte IV features updated cosmetics and the latest advancements in acoustic engineering for premium performance.

BEST-IN-CLASS EFFICIENCY & PREMIUM PERFORMANCE
The titanium diaphragm high-frequency driver has a new wide dispersion phase plug for a wider, more accurate sweet spot.

An all-new K-702 midrange compression driver ensures exceptional detail and dynamics.

The Tractrix® horn, featuring our patented Mumps technology, gives you more consistent sound throughout the listening area.

DON’T MESS WITH PERFECTION
The Forte IV enclosure is hand-assembled in the USA, by proud craftsmen in Hope, Arkansas, just like Paul W. Klipsch intended.

BOOK-MATCHED WOOD VENEER
Klipsch only uses book-matched wood veneers for the Heritage series. The veneer leaves are kept in order and arranged to provide a mirror image, like turning the pages of a book.

MATCHED PAIRS
Heritage Series loudspeaker pairs are grain-matched using wood veneer panels from the same timber. Each cabinet is carefully matched so each speaker in a pair is practically indistinguishable from the other.

HIGH PERFORMANCE IS OUR FORTE
First introduced in 1985, the Forte quickly established itself as the most popular Klipsch model. The elegant design and outstanding performance made the Forte a standout among its competitors. In 2017, Klipsch re-introduced the Forte as part of the Heritage speaker series. The new Forte IV features updated cosmetics and the latest advancements in acoustic engineering, while maintaining the original charisma that made the Forte so popular.

DESIGNED AND MADE IN THE USA
USING DOMESTIC AND IMPORTED COMPONENTS
Don’t mess with perfection. We’ve made some important upgrades to the Forte IV, but it remains relatively unchanged since its inception. Remember great sound?
We do, too. The Forte IV enclosure is still made in the USA, by proud craftsmen in Hope, Arkansas. Just like Paul W. Klipsch (PWK) intended.

SPECIFICATIONS

FREQUENCY RESPONSE (+/- 3 dB)
38Hz – 20kHz
SENSITIVITY*
99dB @ 2.83V / 1m
POWER HANDLING (CONT/PEAK)
100W / 400W
MAXIMUM SPL
116dB Continuous
NOMINAL IMPEDANCE
8 ohms Compatible
CROSSOVER FREQUENCY
HF: 5.2kHz MF: 650Hz
HIGH FREQUENCY DRIVER
K-100-TI 1” (2.54cm) Titanium diaphragm compression driver on a K-79T horn
MIDRANGE
K-702 1.75” (4.45cm) Polyimide Compression Driver mated to a K-703-M horn
LOW FREQUENCY DRIVER
K-281 12” (30.48cm) Fiber-composite cone woofer, KD-15 15” (38.1cm) Passive cone radiator
ENCLOSURE MATERIAL
3/4” MDF
INPUTS
Dual binding posts / bi-wire / bi-amp
HEIGHT
35.75” (90.81cm)
WIDTH
16.63” (42.24cm)
DEPTH
13” (33cm)
WEIGHT
72 lbs (32.7kg)

* Sensitivity in average listening room