Each RSX-3 satellite is a two-way, magnetically shielded speaker that employs a 3.5-inch aluminum woofer and a 0.75-inch titanium dome compression driver coupled to an exclusive round MicroTractrix Horn, which creates the dynamic Klipsch signature sound. The woofer is a long-throw unit driven by powerful ceramic magnetic motor structures. The Cerametallic cone is lightweight with excellent rigidity, which dramatically reduces any resonance.

The satellite speakers attach to their stands via a ball joint that allows them to be swiveled over a wide range. To adjust the angle, un-snap the supplied hex wrench from the base, loosen the four screws in the clamp plate that surrounds the ball joint. Position the speakers as desired and tighten the clamp screws. Each stand also incorporates an adjustable down stop to prevent the speaker from drooping after its angle is adjusted. You can access the head of this down stop from the bottom side of the stand.

The 8-inch subwoofer, designed specifically for the iFi system, has a built-in Class D amplifier that distributes 200 watts of peak system power to successfully drive all the channels. This makes the Klipsch iFi the most powerful iPod speaker system we've ever tested. The subwoofer also features a slot port to achieve a sound character typically found in much larger subwoofers and line level input for connecting to your PC sound card.

Although you can place the components of the iFi system almost any way that is convenient, speaker location will affect sound quality. The subwoofer will generally perform best when place on the floor and corner loaded. If you can't corner load the subwoofer, a good second option is to place it 6 to 12 inches from a wall - this will still provide good re-enforcement of the bass output. The farther the subwoofer is moved toward the middle of the room, the lower the bass output will be.