| Name | Klipsch Flexus Core 100 | Sony HT-S2000 |
|---|---|---|
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| MSRP | $349 | $499.99 |
| Released | 2024 | 2023 |
| Availability | Available | Available |
| Check price: | Amazon | Amazon |
| Speaker configuration | ||
| Audio channels | 2.1 | 3.1 |
| Expandable up to: | 4.2 (add rears, sub) | 5.2 (add rears, sub) |
| Woofers (mid or full-range) - total | 2: 2× 2.25″ full range | 3: 3× full range racetrack driver |
| Tweeters - total | 0 | 0 |
| Subwoofers | 2× 4.0″ (built-in) | 2× 45×82mm(built-in) |
| Audio specifications | ||
| Watts RMS | 100 W | 250 W |
| Frequency range | 45 Hz - 20 kHz | Not specified |
| DTS:X support | No | Virtual |
| Dolby Atmos support? | Virtual | Virtual |
| Surround sound? | No | No |
| Other 3D audio formats? | None | None |
| Other (notable) sound features? | Dialog Boost | None |
| Sound calibration? | No | No |
| Connectivity & ports | ||
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.2 |
| Wi-Fi | ❌ | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Ethernet port (RJ45) | ✔ | ❌ |
| HDMI (e)ARC out port? | 1× eARC | 1× eARC |
| HDMI in ports? (passthrough) | ❌ | ❌ |
| Optical port? (TOSLINK) | ✔ | ✔ |
| 3.5 mm AUX port? | ❌ | ❌ |
| USB port? | USB-C (playback) | USB-A (service only) |
| Other audio ports | Subwoofer out (RCA) | ❌ |
| Wireless setup & control | ||
| Official app? | Klipsch Connect Plus | BRAVIA Connect |
| Voice assistant? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Chromecast built-in? | ❌ | ❌ |
| AirPlay? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Alexa cast? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Multiroom? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Wireless subwoofer(s)? | Optional: max 1 subwoofer: Flexus SUB 100 (10″) | 200 (12″) | Optional: max 1 subwoofer: SA-SW3 (6.3″) | SA-SW5 (7.1″) |
| Wireless surrounds? | Optional: max 2 surrounds: Flexus SURR 100 | 200 | Optional: max 2 surrounds: SA-RS3S |
| Physical specifications | ||
| Speakers in set: | Soundbar | Soundbar |
| Size (cm W×H×D): | 71.11×7.6×12.7 | 80.0×6.4×12.4 |
| Size (inch W×H×D): | 28×3×5 | 31.50×2.63×5.00 |
| Weight (kg): | 4.54 | 3.7 |
| Weight (lbs): | 10 | 8.19 |
| Wall mountable? | Yes, with included wall mount kit | Yes, with screws (not included) in wall |
| Color options: | Black, Gray/walnut | Black |
| Accessories in the box | HDMI cable, Flexus Remote 100, wall mount kit | HDMI cable, remote |
| More info | ||
| Model number | 1071980, 1071981 | HTS2000, YY2079C |
| User guide / manual | Manual | Reference guide |
| Official site link | Klipsch.com | Sony.com |
| Check price & reviews | ||
| See price and reviews: | Amazon | Amazon |
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