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Klipsch Flexus Core 300 vs Sennheiser AMBEO Soundbar Plus
Product A: Klipsch
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Product B: Sennheiser
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Change Sennheiser AMBEO Soundbar Plus
48 of 90 fields differ
- 23 different values
- 25 known for one only
- 23 the same
- 19 missing for both
Weight
0 to 30,000 g
Soundbar weight
A8,500g
B6,300g
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Audio system
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System channel configuration
Physical drivers in the package
Physical drivers in the bar
Up-firing drivers in the package
Driver layout
AKlipsch Flexus Core 300
| Component | Driver type | Count | Diameter (mm) | Orientation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Soundbar | Paper cone driver | 4 | 57.15 | Front-firing |
| Soundbar | Horn-loaded tweeter | 1 | 19.05 | Front-firing |
| Soundbar | Discrete full-range Dolby Atmos driver | 2 | 57.15 | Up-firing |
| Soundbar | Paper cone driver | 2 | 57.15 | Side-firing |
| Soundbar | High-output paper cone built-in subwoofer driver | 4 | 101.6 | Not available |
BSennheiser AMBEO Soundbar Plus
| Component | Driver type | Count | Diameter (mm) | Orientation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Soundbar | Full-range aluminum cone | 3 | 50 | Front left, center and right |
| Soundbar | Full-range aluminum cone | 2 | 50 | Side left and right |
| Soundbar | Full-range aluminum cone | 2 | 50 | Up-firing left and right |
| Soundbar | Inverse cone cellulose woofer | 2 | 100 | Top left and right |
Separate subwoofer included
Included subwoofer connection
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Included subwoofer driver diameter
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Rear speakers included
Included rear speaker connection
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Detachable rear speakers
Compatible optional subwoofers
Compatible optional rear speakers
Flexus Surr 100, Flexus Surr 2001Maker product pageklipsch.com/products/flexus-core-300Read 10 October 2026Page offers the Flexus Surr 100 and Surr 200 as expansions. The manual says up to two wireless surround speakers can be added.
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Total RMS audio output power
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Total peak audio output power
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Published frequency response lower limit
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Audio formats
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Dolby Atmos
DTS:X
Supported audio formats
PCM, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos, DTS, DTS-HD, DTS:X3Owner's manuald2um2qdswy1tb0.cloudfront.net/product-manuals/Flexus-Core_300-Manual.pdfRead 10 October 2026Decoding and playback modes page: PCM (LPCM up to 8 channels), Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos, DTS, DTS-HD and DTS:X. The page does not tie each format to one input.
LPCM, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos, DTS, DTS-ES Discrete 6.1, DTS-ES Matrix 6.1, DTS 96/24, DTS-HD High Resolution Audio, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS-HD LBR, DTS:X, MPEG-H, Sony 360 Reality Audio3Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/ambeo-soundbar-plus/Instruction%20manual%20AMBEO%20Soundbar%20system%20SB02/Instruction_manual_AMBEO_Soundbar_system_SB02.pdfRead 8 October 2026Shared supported surround formats table p.82. Lossless TrueHD and DTS-HD formats require an appropriate digital route.
Audio formats by connection
AKlipsch Flexus Core 300
Not availableBSennheiser AMBEO Soundbar Plus
| Connection | Format |
|---|---|
| HDMI eARC | LPCM |
| HDMI eARC | Dolby Digital |
| HDMI eARC | Dolby Digital Plus |
| HDMI eARC | Dolby TrueHD |
| HDMI eARC | Dolby Atmos |
| HDMI eARC | DTS |
| HDMI eARC | DTS-ES Discrete 6.1 |
| HDMI eARC | DTS-ES Matrix 6.1 |
| HDMI eARC | DTS 96/24 |
| HDMI eARC | DTS-HD High Resolution Audio |
| HDMI eARC | DTS-HD Master Audio |
| HDMI eARC | DTS-HD LBR |
| HDMI eARC | DTS:X |
| HDMI eARC | MPEG-H |
| HDMI eARC | Sony 360 Reality Audio |
| HDMI ARC | LPCM stereo |
| HDMI ARC | Dolby Digital |
| HDMI ARC | DTS Digital Surround |
| HDMI ARC | DTS 96/24 |
| HDMI ARC | DTS-ES Discrete/Matrix |
| Optical | LPCM stereo |
| Optical | Dolby Digital |
| Optical | DTS |
| Optical | DTS-ES Discrete 6.1 |
| Optical | DTS 96/24 |
Music file formats
DSD, MP3, AAC, HE-AAC, LPCM, FLAC, AIFF, ALAC, Vorbis3Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/ambeo-soundbar-plus/Instruction%20manual%20AMBEO%20Soundbar%20system%20SB02/Instruction_manual_AMBEO_Soundbar_system_SB02.pdfRead 8 October 2026Playable network-streaming file formats p.81. USB is service/power only.
Max wired audio sample rate
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Max music file sample rate
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Max wired audio bit depth
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Max music file bit depth
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Connectivity
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Ports on the bar
AKlipsch Flexus Core 300
| Connector | Count | Version | Role |
|---|---|---|---|
| HDMI | 1 | 2.1 | HDMI IN for a source device with video passthrough |
| HDMI | 1 | Not available | HDMI eARC output to the TV |
| Optical | 1 | Not available | Digital audio input |
| USB-C | 1 | Not available | USB input. The spec sheet says system updates and MP3 playback |
| Ethernet | 1 | Not available | Network connection |
| RCA | 1 | Not available | SUB OUT subwoofer output |
| 3.5 mm audio | 1 | Not available | MIC input for the supplied Dirac Live calibration microphone |
| Other | 1 | Not available | Flexus transmitter port for the wireless subwoofer and surround dongles |
| AC power | 1 | Not available | Mains power input |
BSennheiser AMBEO Soundbar Plus
| Connector | Count | Version | Role |
|---|---|---|---|
| HDMI | 1 | 2.1 | TV output with ARC and eARC |
| USB-A | 1 | Not available | Service updates and 5 V 1 A accessory power |
| AC power | 1 | Not available | Power input |
| HDMI | 2 | 2.0a | Source input |
| Optical | 1 | Not available | S/PDIF audio input |
| RCA | 2 | Not available | Left and right analog audio input |
| RCA | 1 | Not available | Mono powered subwoofer pre-output |
| Ethernet | 1 | Not available | Network input |
HDMI eARC
HDMI-CEC
HDMI video passthrough
Video passthrough modes
AKlipsch Flexus Core 300
| Width (px) | Height (px) | Refresh rate (Hz) |
|---|---|---|
| 3840 | 2160 | 120 |
BSennheiser AMBEO Soundbar Plus
| Width (px) | Height (px) | Refresh rate (Hz) |
|---|---|---|
| 3840 | 2160 | 60 |
HDR passthrough formats
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VRR passthrough
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ALLM passthrough
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Bluetooth audio input
Bluetooth audio codecs
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Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi standard
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Wi-Fi bands
Built-in Ethernet speed
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Streaming and control
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Streaming protocols
AirPlay 2, Google Cast, Spotify Connect, Tidal Connect, QPlay1Maker product pageklipsch.com/products/flexus-core-300Read 10 October 2026Page lists built-in connections to Apple AirPlay, Google Cast, TIDAL Connect, QPlay and Spotify Connect. The manual names AirPlay 2 on the display list.4Reviewtechradar.com/televisions/soundbars/klipsch-flexus-core-300-reviewRead 10 October 2026Review: Wi-Fi streaming supports Spotify Connect, Tidal Connect, AirPlay and Google Cast.
Google Cast, AirPlay 2, Spotify Connect, Tidal Connect, UPnP3Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/ambeo-soundbar-plus/Instruction%20manual%20AMBEO%20Soundbar%20system%20SB02/Instruction_manual_AMBEO_Soundbar_system_SB02.pdfRead 8 October 2026
Voice assistants
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Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Apple Siri3Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/ambeo-soundbar-plus/Instruction%20manual%20AMBEO%20Soundbar%20system%20SB02/Instruction_manual_AMBEO_Soundbar_system_SB02.pdfRead 8 October 2026Alexa is built-in and uses bar microphones. Google Assistant requires an external device. Siri casting uses a separate Siri-enabled device via AirPlay, per maker press release. Availability depends on language and region.4Press releasenewsroom.sennheiser.com/the-worlds-most-immersive-sound-7ez2v6Read 8 October 2026Alexa built-in, external Google Assistant device and Siri casting integration. The Mini release makes the separate Siri device route explicit.
Built-in microphone
No3Owner's manuald2um2qdswy1tb0.cloudfront.net/product-manuals/Flexus-Core_300-Manual.pdfRead 10 October 2026The bar has a MIC input for a supplied wired calibration microphone. No built-in microphone or voice assistant is described.4Reviewtechradar.com/televisions/soundbars/klipsch-flexus-core-300-reviewRead 10 October 2026Review: no voice assistant support and a wired microphone supplied for Dirac Live.
Microphone mute control
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Companion apps
Companion app platforms
Multiroom audio
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Remote included
Sound processing
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Sound modes
Automatic room calibration
Room calibration system
Dirac Live1Maker product pageklipsch.com/products/flexus-core-300Read 10 October 2026Page: Dirac Live. A public review says the supplied version is basic and a fuller licence costs extra.4Reviewtechradar.com/televisions/soundbars/klipsch-flexus-core-300-reviewRead 10 October 2026Review: Dirac Live calibration uses the supplied wired microphone and takes about ten minutes.5Reviewrtings.com/soundbar/reviews/klipsch/flexus-core-300Read 10 October 2026Public review intro says it is the first model with a basic version of Dirac Live, and the full licence costs extra. Membership-locked measurements were not used.
Dialogue enhancement
Yes1Maker product pageklipsch.com/products/flexus-core-300Read 10 October 2026Page: Dialogue Boost in the Klipsch Connect Plus app. The manual lists Low, Medium and High levels.3Owner's manuald2um2qdswy1tb0.cloudfront.net/product-manuals/Flexus-Core_300-Manual.pdfRead 10 October 2026Display list: Dialog Boost with three levels.
Night mode
Yes1Maker product pageklipsch.com/products/flexus-core-300Read 10 October 2026Page: Night Mode in the Klipsch Connect Plus app. The manual shows NGT ON and NGT OFF on the display.3Owner's manuald2um2qdswy1tb0.cloudfront.net/product-manuals/Flexus-Core_300-Manual.pdfRead 10 October 2026Display list: NGT OFF and NGT ON.
Equalizer controls
Bass level, Three-band EQ, Per-channel level1Maker product pageklipsch.com/products/flexus-core-300Read 10 October 2026Page: EQ presets or a custom EQ mix in the app.3Owner's manuald2um2qdswy1tb0.cloudfront.net/product-manuals/Flexus-Core_300-Manual.pdfRead 10 October 2026Display list: bass equalizer level -6 to +6. Review text adds a three-band EQ and per-channel levels in the app.4Reviewtechradar.com/televisions/soundbars/klipsch-flexus-core-300-reviewRead 10 October 2026Review: three-band EQ with 6 dB boost or cut and individual channel volumes in the app.
Foundation, Low-Mid, Clarity and Brilliance3Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/ambeo-soundbar-plus/Instruction%20manual%20AMBEO%20Soundbar%20system%20SB02/Instruction_manual_AMBEO_Soundbar_system_SB02.pdfRead 8 October 2026User-adjustable Foundation bass, Low-Mid midrange and Clarity and Brilliance treble controls described p.70.
TV speaker integration
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Power
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Published operating power
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Published standby power
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Published networked standby power
Power supply
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Detachable rear battery life
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Detachable rear charge time
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Measured
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Low-frequency extension (measured)
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High-frequency extension (measured)
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Max sound pressure (measured)
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Frequency response deviation (measured)
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Measured latency
AKlipsch Flexus Core 300
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| Connection | Latency (ms) |
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| Bluetooth | 485 |
Operating power (measured)
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Standby power (measured)
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Soundbar weight (measured)
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Dimensions and weight
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Soundbar dimensions
Width1,372Height78Depth126mm(54 × 3.1 × 5 in)2Maker spec sheet (PDF)d2um2qdswy1tb0.cloudfront.net/spec-sheets/Flexus-Core-300-Spec-Sheet-v08.pdfRead 10 October 2026Dimensions 3 1/16 in (7.8 cm) H x 54 in (137.2 cm) W x 4 15/16 in (12.6 cm) D. Metric figures as printed.
Width1,051Height77Depth121mm(41.4 × 3 × 4.8 in)3Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/ambeo-soundbar-plus/Instruction%20manual%20AMBEO%20Soundbar%20system%20SB02/Instruction_manual_AMBEO_Soundbar_system_SB02.pdfRead 8 October 2026Maker approximate dimensions including tabletop feet from p.78.
Soundbar weight
Component dimensions and weight
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Package dimensions
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Width1,144Height135Depth219mm(45 × 5.3 × 8.6 in)2Maker spec sheet (PDF)files.bbystatic.com/NmMAkVBXKG2LIYiT9ifffA%3D%3D/Spec%2BsheetRead 8 October 2026Single product retail packaging. Outer master carton excluded.
Package weight
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Wall mountable
In the box
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In the box
Sound bar, Remote control with 2 AAA batteries, Power cord (2.0 m, region specific), HDMI cable (1.5 m), Wired microphone, User manual2Maker spec sheet (PDF)d2um2qdswy1tb0.cloudfront.net/spec-sheets/Flexus-Core-300-Spec-Sheet-v08.pdfRead 10 October 2026Included accessories: BLE backlit remote, 2.0 m power cord (region specific), 1.5 m HDMI cable, 2 AAA batteries and user manual. The manual's Inside page also shows a microphone.3Owner's manuald2um2qdswy1tb0.cloudfront.net/product-manuals/Flexus-Core_300-Manual.pdfRead 10 October 2026Inside page shows sound bar, remote, power cord, HDMI cable and a microphone.
AMBEO Soundbar Plus, Remote control with CR2032 battery, Premium high-speed HDMI cable, Power cord, Quick guide, Safety guide, Compliance sheet3Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/ambeo-soundbar-plus/Instruction%20manual%20AMBEO%20Soundbar%20system%20SB02/Instruction_manual_AMBEO_Soundbar_system_SB02.pdfRead 8 October 2026
Wall mount hardware included
HDMI cable included
Optical cable included
General
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Series
Model numbers
GTIN / EAN
743878066692, 743878066708, 7438780667152Maker spec sheet (PDF)d2um2qdswy1tb0.cloudfront.net/spec-sheets/Flexus-Core-300-Spec-Sheet-v08.pdfRead 10 October 2026Model table lists UPC 743878066692 for NA, EAN 0743878066708 for EUA and 0743878066715 for CCC. Stored in the 12-digit UPC form with the leading zero removed from the EANs.
4260752330220, 810091270226, 4260752330213, 8100912702192Maker spec sheet (PDF)files.bbystatic.com/NmMAkVBXKG2LIYiT9ifffA%3D%3D/Spec%2BsheetRead 8 October 2026US and EU EAN and UPC codes in the Technical Data table.
Announced
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Status
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Predecessor
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Successor
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Launch price (US)
Launch price (EU)
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Markets
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Colours
Links
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Product page
Spec sheet
Manual
d2um2qdswy1tb0.cloudfront.net/product-manuals/Flexus-Core_300-Manual.pdf1Maker product pageklipsch.com/products/flexus-core-300Read 10 October 2026
cdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/ambeo-soundbar-plus/Instruction%20manual%20AMBEO%20Soundbar%20system%20SB02/Instruction_manual_AMBEO_Soundbar_system_SB02.pdf3Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/ambeo-soundbar-plus/Instruction%20manual%20AMBEO%20Soundbar%20system%20SB02/Instruction_manual_AMBEO_Soundbar_system_SB02.pdfRead 8 October 2026Instruction manual version 07/25 A04. Plus specifications pp.78 and 80, Mini pp.79 and 80. Shared audio and network tables pp.81–82. Package contents p.7.
EPREL registration number
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Warranty
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Manufacturer warranty (source market)
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