Two Amazing Finishes
The KLH Model Three is made using real wood veneers, cast aluminum baskets, and gorgeous, sustainable MDF cabinetry. Like the Model Five floorstanding speaker, the English Walnut Model Three bookshelf speaker comes with a beautiful Stone Wash Linen grille cloth that magnifies the rich finish of the real wood veneers. Meanwhile, the West African Mahogany finish is complemented by the gorgeous Old-World Linen grille cloth that never fails to make a striking statement. And you can’t forget about the stunning Nordic Noir finish that is shipped with the Medici Grey Linen grille cloth! Right now you can purchase the Old-World Linen, Stone Wash Linen, and the stunning Basalt Black Knit grille separately to customize your Model Three bookshelf speaker as your own!
Riser base and grilles included with speaker purchase
Steven from Anaheim –
Only had these speakers for a short time but they sound great. Very reminiscent of speakers I had back in the day. They have a warmth to them but retain great detail and clarity. Bass is also very good in my smaller space. Was considering the Model 5 as well as the Warfedale Lintons but felt they would be too big for my room.
Marcus Q –
There are many outstanding speakers in the price range of this one and there are so many variables in choosing the correct speaker for the room intended. This speaker met the price and specifications of my small listening room. It is non-ported, which means it is easily to place. The fit and finish are of a very high quality, built like a fine, Swiss watch. The sound is very satisfying and significantly better than my older SVS Ultra bookshelf speakers that they’re replacing (but still keeping). The larger drivers (eight inch) do a great job of filling my room with the sound I demand. They push a lot of air, especially when appropriately powered. For a small to medium listening room, these speakers will be very difficult to beat. For a larger room, you may want to choose something different and spend some more money. With Crutchfield, if these speakers don’t meet your expectations, they will take them back, and with civil dialog.
Kenneth –
Unboxed a few weeks ago, listening 2 to 4 hours per day (total time 40 hours +/-). Set up: Music Hall Classic turntable with Audio-Technica AT-VM95SH cartridge, Marantz NR 1200 (using Pure Direct) and upgraded RCA cords. 12 x 16 foot hardwood room with large shag rug. Set up distance/angle based on KLH speaker recommendation from manual. Ok, fun part! Looks-fantastic, they have this unbelievable vintage vibe. Sound-clean, crisp, broad and honest . I’ve been trying to build a budget quality hi-fi system for a couple years and I think I’m coming close. These speakers were going to be the budget killer, until they showed up on “open box.” That made my choice so much easier, thanks Crutchfield for this wonderful option! That said, having them now, I would be happy to pay full price. They are that special!
Blaise –
Been listening to these nearly non-stop since taking delivery 5 days ago. These sound great right out of the box. I was little concerned these might be overwhelming since my space is relatively small (11` x 11`, carpeted), plus a few reviews picked the Model 5 over these – but in larger spaces. I’m driving these with a Marantz PM7000N with a lower end Polk subwoofer and also a vintage Marantz 2030 receiver. With the older Marantz, the low end/midrange is sublime. With the new Marantz, overall frequency response is articulate, airy, and tight. Sound stage and separation are excellent (see Andrew Robinson’s review from April 2022 on his YouTube channel for more technical description). All genres sound excellent (FWIW I don’t listen to lot of bass-heavy music, but Lizzo’s recent album sounds tight, not overwhelming) . Build quality is top-notch and the included stands are formidable. One word that keeps coming to mind is “chewy”. Can’t wait for them to completely break in. These replaced KEF Q150s and are a definite step up (maybe two steps!). KLH Model Threes definitely recall the warm speakers of the 1970s without compromising higher frequencies.
Pros: High quality build Good value for money Great sound from the get-go
Cons: Look to the Model Five for larger spaces or add a subwoofer
Don –
These replaced a set of bookshelf speakers I had for a few months. The sound is astounding and reminiscent of my old Advent speakers I had in the late 60’s and 70’s. By the same maker and designer. Beautiful quality wood cabinets and finish. KLH rocked it!