Klipsch KP-3002 (Pro Grand Series)
The KP-3002 was Klipsch's entry into the professional "PRO GRAND" series. It was a 2-way, bass-reflex loudspeaker built around a 15" K-45K woofer and a K-60K 2" throat compression driver on an HD-F1 horn, crossed over at 1,800 Hz. The enclosure was a big, carpeted trapezoid weighing 53 lbs, designed to work as a permanent installation speaker or a floor monitor. Sensitivity was rated at a very efficient 104 dB @ 1 watt/1 meter. Frequency response was spec'd at 48-20 kHz ±5 dB, and power handling was 250W continuous program (125W continuous sine wave).
The trapezoidal cabinet was 28.06" H x 19.44" W, tapering in depth from 15.88" at top to 16.68" at bottom. It was vented and carpeted, with a single barrier strip input. The system was described as "2-3-way switchable" and tri-ampable, which suggests it was meant for users running active crossovers. Optional stand adapters and wall mounting hardware were available. The design was expressly intended for permanent installation rather than portable DJ work. One forum owner suggests that kept it from commercial success, since its unusual dispersion pattern (90° x 40° per the spec sheet; some owners report 60° x 40° horns on their units) didn't suit typical mobile use.
Owner reports are mixed but specific. One listener found them good for certain music playback but lacking deep bass and not truly "full range." Another noted they sound fine at low volume with a clean signal but turn harsh and muddy when pushed hard. A technician's comment flagged the lack of a built-in passive high-pass filter for the HF driver, which makes the KP-3002 difficult to drive without an active crossover. The original crossover uses inexpensive capacitors that several owners recommend replacing with film caps. EQ (1996, p.89) described the KP-3002-C as a high-output PA box that is expandable and easy on the pocket-book and back.
Known specs:
- Type: 2-way, bass reflex, trapezoidal, ported, carpeted
- Components: K-45K 15" woofer; K-60K 2" compression driver on HD-F1 horn
- Crossover: 1,800 Hz
- Frequency response: 48–20 kHz ±5 dB
- Sensitivity: 104 dB @ 1W/1m
- Power handling: 250W continuous program / 125W continuous sine wave
- Input: Barrier strip
- Dimensions: 28.06" H x 19.44" W x 15.88" D (top) / 16.68" D (bottom)
- Net weight: 53 lbs (24 kg)
Production years and original pricing are not documented. Replacement diaphragms for the K-60K driver are still available, though new drivers themselves are not. Foam surrounds on the woofers are prone to drying out and will need re-foaming on surviving examples.
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