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Klipsch Nashville Review | 130 Data compared

Avg. price:~£120Audio output power:20.00 WBattery life:24 hoursIP rating:IP67Bluetooth version:5.3Weight:970 g

Klipsch Nashville Review: Compare 130 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Portable Speakers category and whether it is worth buying.

Klipsch Nashville
8.0/10

Overall score

Score
8.0/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of products in the Portable Speakers category, based on technical analysis and user reviews.
When it matters
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80%

7.8

Technical score

20%

8.8

User score

★Better than 97% of portable speakers
8.6

Value for money

Value for money
8.6/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the overall score of products in the Portable Speakers category with their prices.
When it matters
When you are comparing products in the Portable Speakers category and want a good balance between quality and price.
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Score components

70%

8.0

Overall score

30%

9.9

Price

★Better than 99%
7.8

Technical score

Technical score
7.8/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Portable Speakers category across these key areas: Audio, Connectivity, Battery, Durability, Controls, Design, Smart features.
When it matters
When you want to compare products in the Portable Speakers category by technical performance, specifications, and available features.
Score distribution
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Score components

32%

6.5

Audio

20%

9.3

Battery

18%

9.3

Durability

16%

6.2

Connectivity

8%

9.1

Controls

3%

8.6

Design

3%

6.4

Smart features

★Better than 97%
8.8

User score

User score
8.8/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews with the total review volume for products in the Portable Speakers category.
When it matters
When you want to know how products in the Portable Speakers category perform in everyday use and how reliable owners find them over time.
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Score components

70%

9.2

User ratings

30%

8.0

Number of reviews

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Technical Specifications of portable speaker Klipsch Nashville

Technical score
Technical score
7.8/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Portable Speakers category across these key areas: Audio, Connectivity, Battery, Durability, Controls, Design, Smart features.
When it matters
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Score distribution
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Score components:

32%

6.5

Audio

20%

9.3

Battery

18%

9.3

Durability

16%

6.2

Connectivity

8%

9.1

Controls

3%

8.6

Design

3%

6.4

Smart features

7.8
User score
User score
8.8/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews with the total review volume for products in the Portable Speakers category.
When it matters
When you want to know how products in the Portable Speakers category perform in everyday use and how reliable owners find them over time.
Score distribution
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Score components

70%

9.2

User ratings

30%

8.0

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
8.8
Popularity
Popularity
8.0/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by products in the Portable Speakers category.
When it matters
When you prefer products in the Portable Speakers category that have been chosen and reviewed by many other buyers.
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Popularity:
Klipsch Nashville has a popularity score of 8 points, which is higher than 77.4% of products in this category.
8.0
Value for money
Value for money
8.6/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the overall score of products in the Portable Speakers category with their prices.
When it matters
When you are comparing products in the Portable Speakers category and want a good balance between quality and price.
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70%

8.0

Overall score

30%

9.9

Price

8.6
Audio output power
20 W
This portable speaker has an audio output power of 20 W which is higher than that of 46.1% of portable speakers and equal to that of 11.4% of portable speakers.
Driver unit size
57 mm
This portable speaker has a driver unit size of 57 mm which is larger than that of 63.9% of portable speakers and equal to that of 2.7% of portable speakers.
Number of drivers
2
This portable speaker has 2 drivers, which is more than 24.5% of portable speakers and equal to the number in 45.5% of portable speakers.
Frequency response tolerance
?
Lowest frequency
60 Hz
This portable speaker has a lowest frequency of 60 Hz which is lower than that of 43.8% of portable speakers and equal to that of 9.2% of portable speakers.
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Bluetooth connectivity
yes
This portable speaker supports Bluetooth audio. 5.4% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Bluetooth version
5.3
This portable speaker supports Bluetooth version 5.3 which is newer than that of 78.7% of portable speakers and equal to that of 17.6% of portable speakers.
Maximum Bluetooth range
12 m
This portable speaker has a maximum Bluetooth range of 12 m which is longer than that of 74.9% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.6% of portable speakers.
Bluetooth profiles supported
A2DP; HFP
Bluetooth LE Audio
yes
This portable speaker supports Bluetooth LE Audio. 97.6% of portable speakers offer this feature.
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Battery life
24 hours
This portable speaker has a battery life of 24 hours which is longer than that of 88.1% of portable speakers and equal to that of 6.4% of portable speakers.
Battery capacity
4,800 mAh
This portable speaker has a battery capacity of 4,800 mAh which is larger than that of 78.2% of portable speakers and equal to that of 1.5% of portable speakers.
Charging time
1 hour
This portable speaker has a charging time of 1 hour which is shorter than that of 96.1% of portable speakers and equal to that of 3.8% of portable speakers.
Maximum charging input power
18 W
This portable speaker has a maximum charging input power of 18 W which is higher than that of 83.6% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.9% of portable speakers.
Built-in rechargeable battery
yes
This portable speaker has a built-in rechargeable battery. 18.7% of portable speakers offer this feature.
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IP rating
IP67
This portable speaker has an IP rating of IP67 which provides better ingress protection than 80% of portable speakers and the same ingress protection as 19.1% of portable speakers.
Water resistance
yes
This portable speaker is water resistant. 38.3% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Dust resistance
yes
This portable speaker is dust resistant. 48.6% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Waterproof depth rating
1 m
This portable speaker has a waterproof depth rating of 1 m which is deeper than that of 52.6% of portable speakers and equal to that of 47.4% of portable speakers.
Drop resistance
yes
This portable speaker resists accidental impacts. 67.3% of portable speakers offer this feature.
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On-device controls placement
top
Touchscreen
no
This portable speaker does not have a touchscreen. 0.3% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Smartphone app control
yes
This portable speaker supports smartphone app control. 46.1% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Compatible mobile app provides speaker control or settings.
Remote control
no
This portable speaker does not include a remote control. 15% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Fast pairing
yes
This portable speaker supports fast pairing. 77.6% of portable speakers offer this feature.
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Weight
970 g
This portable speaker weighs 970 g which is heavier than that of 55.5% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.1% of portable speakers.
Height
7.8 cm
This portable speaker has a height of 7.8 cm which is shorter than that of 74% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.3% of portable speakers.
Width
17.8 cm
This portable speaker has a width of 17.8 cm which is narrower than that of 51.5% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.5% of portable speakers.
Depth
8.1 cm
This portable speaker has a depth of 8.1 cm which is shallower than that of 51.7% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.7% of portable speakers.
Carry options
handle
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Companion app name
Klipsch Connect
Firmware updates
yes
This portable speaker supports firmware updates. 52.9% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Supports user-accessible firmware updates.
Firmware update method
App
Voice assistant support
no
This portable speaker does not support voice assistants. 26.5% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Spotify Connect
no
This portable speaker does not support Spotify Connect. 10.8% of portable speakers offer this feature.
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Klipsch Nashville vs the average portable speaker

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  • Better ingress protection
    This portable speaker has better ingress protection than the average portable speaker (IP67 vs IPX5).
    IP67 vs IPX5
  • 12 hours longer battery life
    This portable speaker has a longer battery life than the average portable speaker (24 hours vs 12 hours).
    24 hours vs 12 hours
  • 1 m deeper waterproof rating
    This portable speaker has a deeper waterproof depth rating than the average portable speaker (1 m vs 0 m).
    1 m vs 0 m
  • 2 hours shorter charging time
    This portable speaker has a shorter charging time than the average portable speaker (1 hours vs 3 hours).
    1 hours vs 3 hours
  • 15 dB higher signal-to-noise ratio
    This portable speaker has a higher signal-to-noise ratio than the average portable speaker (95 dB vs 80 dB).
    95 dB vs 80 dB
  • Provides 360-degree sound
    This portable speaker provides 360-degree sound, while the average portable speaker does not provide 360-degree sound.
    Provides omnidirectional 360° sound radiation.
  • 2,200 mAh more battery capacity
    This portable speaker has a larger battery capacity than the average portable speaker (4,800 mAh vs 2,600 mAh).
    4,800 mAh vs 2,600 mAh
  • Has a noise-canceling microphone
    This portable speaker has a noise-canceling microphone, while the average portable speaker does not have a noise-canceling microphone.
    Uses microphone noise/echo cancellation for calls or voice.
  • 13.4% better value for money
    Klipsch Nashville offers better value for money than the average portable speaker (8.56 vs 7.5).
    8.56 vs 7.55
  • 10.4% higher user score
    User score
    8.8/ 10
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    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews with the total review volume for products in the Portable Speakers category.
    When it matters
    When you want to know how products in the Portable Speakers category perform in everyday use and how reliable owners find them over time.
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    Klipsch Nashville has a higher user score than the average portable speaker (8.83 vs 8).
    8.83 vs 8
  • 15 dB higher signal-to-noise ratio
    This portable speaker has a higher signal-to-noise ratio than the average portable speaker (95 dB vs 80 dB).
    95 dB vs 80 dB
  • Provides 360-degree sound
    This portable speaker provides 360-degree sound, while the average portable speaker does not provide 360-degree sound.
    Provides omnidirectional 360° sound radiation.
  • Has a noise-canceling microphone
    This portable speaker has a noise-canceling microphone, while the average portable speaker does not have a noise-canceling microphone.
    Uses microphone noise/echo cancellation for calls or voice.
  • Has beamforming microphones
    This portable speaker has beamforming microphones, while the average portable speaker does not have beamforming microphones.
    Uses beamforming microphone technology.
  • 7 mm larger main driver
    This portable speaker has a larger main driver than the average portable speaker (57 mm vs 50 mm).
    57 mm vs 50 mm
  • Supports aptX Adaptive
    This portable speaker supports aptX Adaptive, while the average portable speaker does not support aptX Adaptive.
  • Supports Bluetooth LE Audio
    This portable speaker supports Bluetooth LE Audio, while the average portable speaker does not support Bluetooth LE Audio.
  • Has a USB Type-C port
    This portable speaker has a USB Type-C port, while the average portable speaker does not have a USB Type-C port.
    Has a physical USB-C port.
  • 2 m longer Bluetooth range
    This portable speaker has a longer Bluetooth range than the average portable speaker (12 m vs 10 m).
    12 m vs 10 m
  • 0.3 Bluetooth levels newer
    This portable speaker has a newer Bluetooth version than the average portable speaker (5.3 vs 5).
    5.3 vs 5
  • 12 hours longer battery life
    This portable speaker has a longer battery life than the average portable speaker (24 hours vs 12 hours).
    24 hours vs 12 hours
  • 2 hours shorter charging time
    This portable speaker has a shorter charging time than the average portable speaker (1 hours vs 3 hours).
    1 hours vs 3 hours
  • 2,200 mAh more battery capacity
    This portable speaker has a larger battery capacity than the average portable speaker (4,800 mAh vs 2,600 mAh).
    4,800 mAh vs 2,600 mAh
  • 8 W higher charging input power
    This portable speaker has higher charging input power than the average portable speaker (18 W vs 10 W).
    18 W vs 10 W
  • Has a power bank function
    This portable speaker has a power bank function, while the average portable speaker does not have a power bank function.
  • Better ingress protection
    This portable speaker has better ingress protection than the average portable speaker (IP67 vs IPX5).
    IP67 vs IPX5
  • 1 m deeper waterproof rating
    This portable speaker has a deeper waterproof depth rating than the average portable speaker (1 m vs 0 m).
    1 m vs 0 m
  • Resists accidental impacts
    This portable speaker resists accidental impacts, while the average portable speaker lacks an impact-resistance rating.
  • 3 more adjustable EQ bands
    This portable speaker has more adjustable EQ bands than the average portable speaker (3 vs 0).
    3 vs 0
  • Has an equalizer
    This portable speaker has an equalizer, while the average portable speaker does not have an equalizer.
    Offers user-selectable EQ, tone adjustment, or sound presets.
  • Supports fast pairing
    This portable speaker supports fast pairing, while the average portable speaker does not support fast pairing.
  • Supports party mode
    This portable speaker supports party mode, while the average portable speaker does not support party mode.
    Supports synchronized multi-speaker party/group playback.
  • Supports playback mute
    This portable speaker supports playback mute, while the average portable speaker does not support playback mute.
    Speaker playback audio can be directly muted.
  • 4.6 cm shorter
    This portable speaker is shorter than the average portable speaker (7.8 cm vs 12.4 cm).
    7.8 cm vs 12.4 cm
  • Supports firmware updates
    This portable speaker supports firmware updates, while the average portable speaker does not support firmware updates.
    Supports user-accessible firmware updates.
  • 115 ms higher audio latency
    This portable speaker has higher audio latency than the average portable speaker (200 ms vs 85 ms).
    200 ms vs 85 ms
  • Does not have a 3.5 mm AUX input
    This portable speaker does not have a 3.5 mm AUX input, while the average portable speaker has a 3.5 mm AUX input.
    No built-in 3.5 mm AUX input.
  • 3 dB SPL lower maximum sound pressure
    This portable speaker has a lower maximum sound pressure level than the average portable speaker (89 dB SPL vs 92 dB SPL).
    89 dB SPL vs 92 dB SPL
  • 5 °C lower maximum operating temperature
    This portable speaker has a lower maximum operating temperature than the average portable speaker (35 °C vs 40 °C).
    35 °C vs 40 °C
  • 115 ms higher audio latency
    This portable speaker has higher audio latency than the average portable speaker (200 ms vs 85 ms).
    200 ms vs 85 ms
  • 3 dB SPL lower maximum sound pressure
    This portable speaker has a lower maximum sound pressure level than the average portable speaker (89 dB SPL vs 92 dB SPL).
    89 dB SPL vs 92 dB SPL
  • Does not have a 3.5 mm AUX input
    This portable speaker does not have a 3.5 mm AUX input, while the average portable speaker has a 3.5 mm AUX input.
    No built-in 3.5 mm AUX input.
  • 5 °C lower maximum operating temperature
    This portable speaker has a lower maximum operating temperature than the average portable speaker (35 °C vs 40 °C).
    35 °C vs 40 °C

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Third-party reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
Reviews last updated: August 2026 · How we calculate this

What customers like about Klipsch Nashville

  • Clear vocals and detailed high frequencies
  • Balanced 360-degree room-filling audio projection
  • Rugged build quality with a highly durable rubberized vinyl texture
  • IP67 dustproof and waterproof rating
  • Excellent battery life up to 24 hours at moderate volume levels
  • Reverse charging capability allows the speaker to double as a power bank
  • Clear, high-intelligibility built-in microphone for speakerphone calls
  • Multipoint pairing supports seamless switching between two devices
  • Broadcast Mode enables daisy-chaining with up to 10+ other Klipsch speakers

What customers don't like about Klipsch Nashville

  • Lacks substantial sub-bass extension and deep low-end punch
  • Produces mono audio rather than true stereo when using a single unit
  • Onboard physical controls are somewhat limited and stiff to press
  • The Klipsch Connect app can be slow, glitchy, and inconsistent with pairing
  • Supports only the standard SBC Bluetooth codec, lacking high-res audio options
  • Battery drains significantly faster (lasting roughly 5 hours) at maximum volumes
  • No legacy 3.5mm auxiliary audio jack input

Verdict

The Klipsch Nashville is a rugged portable Bluetooth 5.3 speaker equipped with dual 2.25-inch full-range drivers and dual passive radiators that deliver 20W RMS power and 360-degree omnidirectional sound across a 60Hz–20kHz frequency response. Major advantages include an IP67 dustproof and waterproof rating, an exceptional 24-hour battery life with 18W fast charging, 10W reverse charging to power mobile devices, a built-in microphone for clear calls, and a Broadcast Mode to sync over 10 compatible speakers. However, notable drawbacks include its restriction to the basic SBC codec, a tendency for the digital signal processing to thin out the bass at maximum volumes, a lack of dedicated physical track navigation buttons, and a heavier weight profile of 970 grams.

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