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Klipsch Pro-250RPC LCR In-Wall Speaker (Each)Klipsch PRO 250RPC In Wall LCR Speaker (Each) at Vinyl Sound Toronto Canada The PRO 250RPC is a 2 way in wall LCR speaker from Klipsch (Indianapolis, Indiana, USA), available at Vinyl Sound in Toronto, Canada. Part of Klipsch's Professional Series Reference Premiere architectural lineup, it brings the same acoustic components and horn material as the acclaimed Reference Premiere box speaker series to a completely flush mount installation. Two 5. 25"

Klipsch PRO-250RPC In-Wall LCR Speaker (Each) at Vinyl Sound Toronto Canada

The PRO-250RPC is a 2-way in-wall LCR speaker from Klipsch (Indianapolis, Indiana, USA), available at Vinyl Sound in Toronto, Canada. Part of Klipsch's Professional Series Reference Premiere architectural lineup, it brings the same acoustic components and horn material as the acclaimed Reference Premiere box speaker series to a completely flush-mount installation. Two 5.25" Cerametallic Woofers paired with a 1" Titanium Dome Tweeter mated to a composite coated Hybrid Cross Section Tractrix Horn deliver a measured frequency response of 46Hz to 23kHz (+/-3dB) at a high 94dB sensitivity and 8 ohms, with 75W RMS and 300W peak power handling across a symmetrical 90° x 90° coverage pattern. The exclusive modular SecureFit Installation System engages the mounting dog legs by hand to a preset clamping force, eliminating the overtorquing risk that can crack drywall or break dog legs in conventional in-wall speaker installations. A bezel-free magnetic paintable grille and a PVC paint shield are included in the box.

True Reference Premiere Acoustics in an Architectural Form Factor

The PRO-250RPC uses precisely the same Cerametallic cone material and Hybrid Cross Section Tractrix horn geometry found in Klipsch's Reference Premiere box speaker line, delivering the same dynamic voicing, tonal character, and efficiency in a wall-integrated format. The dual 5.25" Cerametallic woofers combine an anodized aluminum substrate with an electrochemically bonded ceramic surface treatment on both cone faces, creating a cone that is rigid, lightweight, and well-damped for low-distortion bass and midrange reproduction from 46Hz through the crossover frequency. The 1" titanium dome tweeter couples into a composite coated Hybrid Cross Section Tractrix horn, which focuses high-frequency energy into a controlled 90° x 90° symmetrical pattern for consistent tonal balance across the full listening area regardless of seating position. This horn geometry produces the flat in-room frequency response and high efficiency characteristic of the Reference Premiere series, reaching a measured 23kHz upper extension with low distortion even at elevated drive levels. The result is a speaker that is identifiable by its sound as Reference Premiere while occupying no floor or shelf space in the finished room.

SecureFit Installation System and Paint Shield

The PRO-250RPC's modular SecureFit Installation System represents a meaningful departure from conventional in-wall speaker mounting hardware. In a standard in-wall speaker installation, metal dog legs are tightened against the back of the drywall using a screwdriver, and the correct clamping force relies entirely on the installer's judgment. Overtorquing is common and causes cracking of the drywall surface around the cutout or fracturing of the dog leg mechanism itself, both of which compromise long-term installation stability. The SecureFit system resolves this by engaging the dog legs by hand to a factory-preset clamping force, eliminating the overtorquing failure mode entirely. The speaker module is then secured to its bezel using machine screws rather than drywall screws, providing a more rigid and acoustically stable connection between the driver assembly and the wall surface than traditional mounting hardware achieves. A PVC paint shield is also included in the box, magnetically attaching over the driver face to protect the speaker from paint splatter and construction dust during wall painting or renovation work without requiring the grille to be removed and reinstalled.

Key Features

  • True Reference Premiere Acoustics: Uses the same Cerametallic cone material and Hybrid Cross Section Tractrix horn as the Reference Premiere box speaker line, bringing Reference Premiere dynamic voicing and tonal character to a flush-mount architectural installation with identical acoustic DNA.
  • Dual 5.25" Cerametallic Woofers: Two anodized aluminum cones with ceramic surface treatment deliver rigid, low-mass bass and midrange reproduction from 46Hz with low distortion and the tight, well-defined character associated with the Reference Premiere series.
  • 1" Titanium Dome Tweeter with Composite Hybrid Cross Section Tractrix Horn: The titanium dome driver couples into a composite coated Tractrix horn for controlled 90° x 90° high-frequency dispersion at high efficiency and low distortion, matching the coverage pattern of the Reference Premiere box speaker series.
  • 94dB Sensitivity at 8 Ohms: High efficiency allows the PRO-250RPC to produce substantial output with modest amplifier power, an important advantage in multi-zone distributed audio systems with long speaker wire runs where amplifier power is shared across multiple speakers.
  • SecureFit Modular Installation System: The exclusive dog-leg engagement mechanism clicks to a factory-preset clamping force by hand, eliminating overtorquing risk. The speaker module is then fastened to the bezel with machine screws for a more robust and acoustically stable installation than conventional drywall-screw mounting methods.
  • Infinite Baffle ABS Enclosure: The wall cavity provides the acoustic working environment, allowing the dual Cerametallic woofer array to achieve 46Hz bass extension from within the standard 3.78" mounting depth. The ABS frame can be painted to match any wall finish.
  • Paintable Magnetic Bezel-Free Grille: The included magnetic grille eliminates the visible bezel for a seamless wall surface integration, accepts standard interior wall paint, and attaches and detaches without tools or hardware.
  • PVC Paint Shield Included: A magnetic PVC paint shield covers the speaker module during wall painting or construction work to protect the drivers and cone surfaces from paint splatter and construction dust without requiring grille removal.
  • 5-Year Warranty: Klipsch backs the PRO-250RPC with a 5-year limited warranty on parts and labor for the original retail purchaser through an authorized Klipsch dealer such as Vinyl Sound.

Technical Specifications

System Type 2-Way In-Wall, Infinite Baffle (ABS)
High Frequency Driver 1" (2.54 cm) Titanium Dome Tweeter mated to Composite Coated Hybrid Cross Section Tractrix Horn
Low Frequency Drivers Dual 5.25" (13.34 cm) Cerametallic Woofers
Frequency Response 46Hz - 23kHz (+/-3dB)
Sensitivity 94dB @ 2.83V / 1 meter
Nominal Impedance 8 Ohms Compatible
Power Handling (RMS/Peak) 75W / 300W
Coverage Angle 90° x 90°
Mounting Depth 3.78" (9.35 cm)
Cutout Dimensions (H x W) 16.5" (41.9 cm) H x 6.5" (16.5 cm) W
Overall Dimensions (H x W x D) 17.4" x 7.5" x 3.8" (44.2 cm x 19.1 cm x 9.6 cm)
Weight 6.5 lbs (2.95 kg)
Finish Black Baffle/Frame, White Paintable Grille
Included Magnetic Paintable Grille, PVC Paint Shield
Optional Installation Kit IK-502-W (sold separately)
Warranty 5-Year Limited (parts and labor)
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Klipsch PRO-250RPC?

The Klipsch PRO-250RPC is a 2-way in-wall LCR speaker from Klipsch's Professional Series Reference Premiere architectural line, featuring dual 5.25" Cerametallic woofers and a 1" titanium dome tweeter with composite coated Hybrid Cross Section Tractrix horn. It delivers a frequency response of 46Hz to 23kHz at 94dB sensitivity and 8 ohms, with 75W RMS and 300W peak power handling across a 90° x 90° coverage pattern. The exclusive SecureFit modular installation system, a paintable magnetic grille, and a PVC paint shield are all included in the box.

How does the Klipsch PRO-250RPC compare to the THX-502-L and the Polk Audio 265-LS?

The Klipsch PRO-250RPC and THX-502-L are both dual-5.25"-woofer in-wall LCR speakers sharing a similar cabinet footprint and frequency range, but they differ fundamentally in their acoustic pedigree and certification. The THX-502-L is THX Select 2 certified using fiberglass woofers and a square Tractrix horn, validated for cinema-quality output at reference levels in large rooms. The PRO-250RPC uses Cerametallic woofers and the Hybrid Cross Section Tractrix horn from the Reference Premiere box speaker line, prioritizing the specific dynamic voicing and tonal character of that series in an architectural format without a formal THX certification. Compared to the Polk Audio 265-LS, the PRO-250RPC offers higher 94dB sensitivity, Cerametallic cone rigidity over Polk's composite cone, and the SecureFit installation system's preset clamping force mechanism, which reduces installation error risk. The Polk 265-LS uses a swivel-mounted tweeter for aiming flexibility, which the PRO-250RPC's fixed horn does not replicate.

What is the SecureFit installation system and how does it differ from standard in-wall speaker mounting?

SecureFit is Klipsch's modular installation system exclusive to the Professional Series Reference Premiere architectural speakers. In a conventional in-wall speaker installation, the installer tightens metal dog legs against the back of the drywall with a screwdriver, and the clamping force applied is entirely at the installer's discretion. Overtorquing the dog legs is a common error that causes surface cracking around the drywall cutout or fractures the dog leg mechanism, compromising long-term mounting stability. SecureFit addresses this by designing the dog legs to engage by hand to a factory-preset clamping force, removing the possibility of overtorquing entirely. The speaker module is then secured to the bezel using machine screws rather than drywall screws, creating a more rigid and acoustically stable connection between the driver assembly and the wall. The result is a more reliable installation that protects both the speaker and the finished wall surface.

Can the Klipsch PRO-250RPC be used for center channel as well as left and right LCR positions?

Yes, the Klipsch PRO-250RPC is designed for left, center, and right channel use in home theater systems. The speaker is designated LCR precisely because it is specced and voiced for use in all three front channel positions. For center channel installation below or above a projection screen, the 16.5" H x 6.5" W footprint installs horizontally with the long dimension running side to side. The 90° x 90° symmetrical coverage pattern maintains consistent horizontal dispersion in both vertical and horizontal mounting orientations, supporting the center channel's requirement for consistent intelligibility from seats spread across the width of the seating area.

What amplifier is needed to drive the Klipsch PRO-250RPC?

The Klipsch PRO-250RPC is a passive speaker rated at 8 ohms nominal impedance with 75W RMS and 300W peak power handling. Any AV receiver or power amplifier capable of stable 8-ohm operation with 50W to 150W per channel is suitable for most home theater and distributed audio applications. The 94dB sensitivity means the PRO-250RPC produces substantial output from modest power, making it an excellent match for mid-range AV receivers from Denon, Marantz, Yamaha, and Onkyo in home theater configurations, as well as multi-zone distribution amplifiers in whole-home audio systems where per-channel power is shared across multiple zones.

Where can I buy the Klipsch PRO-250RPC in Toronto or Canada?

The Klipsch PRO-250RPC In-Wall LCR Speaker is available at Vinyl Sound, an authorized Klipsch dealer in Toronto, Canada. Vinyl Sound carries the full Klipsch Professional Series Reference Premiere architectural speaker lineup and can advise on system configuration, channel layout, amplifier matching, and installation accessory selection for home theater and distributed audio projects across the Toronto area and across Canada.

What is a Hybrid Cross Section Tractrix horn and how does it differ from a standard Tractrix horn?

The Hybrid Cross Section Tractrix horn used in the PRO-250RPC and the Reference Premiere box speaker series combines the mathematically optimized flare geometry of Klipsch's Tractrix horn with a cross-sectional shape that transitions from circular at the driver throat to a square at the horn mouth. This hybrid geometry maintains the Tractrix horn's efficiency advantages, which maximize the conversion of driver output into acoustic power in the listening room, while the square mouth profile produces a more controlled and symmetrical 90° x 90° dispersion pattern than a round-mouth horn of the same size. The composite coating on the horn surface reduces resonance within the horn body for smoother frequency response through the high-frequency operating band. The same horn material is used in the Reference Premiere RP-600M, RP-8000F, and other Reference Premiere loudspeakers, establishing direct acoustic continuity between the box speaker and the PRO-250RPC architectural version.

Is the PVC paint shield included and when should it be used?

Yes, a magnetic PVC paint shield is included in the box with every PRO-250RPC. It is designed to be placed over the speaker module during wall painting, construction, or renovation work to protect the Cerametallic cones, tweeter diaphragm, and horn surface from paint overspray and construction dust without requiring the grille to be removed and stored. The paint shield attaches magnetically and can be left in place throughout the painting process and removed cleanly afterward. This is particularly useful in new construction installations where the speaker is installed before the final painting phase, or in renovation projects where the existing speakers need protection during a room repaint.

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First of all, this book really cuts to the point. If you are skilled with skim-reading, you can get this book in about 2 1/2 to 3 hours. Second, while these strategies are currently untested by me, they seem really practical. Rather than saying "study" or "write paper" or "take test", Dr. Newport lays down specific, useable guidelines for all areas that are intended to cut down on time spent on schoolwork. This helps you with more time to have fun, do extracurricular activities, or work 60 hours a week (like I will soon be doing). Third, this is THE anti-procrastination book, although I don't get the concept of starting term papers a month before they're due as the examples did. The whole concept behind this book is making sure you've got as little work going as possible that takes as little time as possible. Doing things upfront will ease your load later when the assignments and papers start rolling in and out. There are only a couple of issues I have with the book. 1) Dr. Newport almost makes the use of personal laptops compulsory in college. I get why it would be such an asset, but for some of us it is more of a liability than an asset. I really believe one can get through college without a laptop at a much smaller personal expense than the costs of buying a laptop/accessories, printer, ink, etc. If you already bought one, that's one thing, but if you haven't, why do you need one? Just use pen/paper and the computer labs' computers and printers. With the printers, odds are you're paying the same amount for 1000 pages that you would for toner (paper is free with the way they price it), and you don't have to drop the cost upfront, but pay as you need the printer. Financially, you're better off skipping the personal printer. 2) He didn't discuss what format to purchase textbooks, but considering he was so insistent on portability, I would probably haphazard a guess that a hard copy is the only way to go. Sure it may be expensive, but what if your Kindle or iPad gets stolen? Overall, highly, highly recommended. Get this for your child as an early (or very early) graduation present. Teaching them these things will save them a lot of headaches later on. One last note: This book is not for the lazy. If you aren't willing to do the work, don't expect this book to help. However, if you're someone like me who's sick of lazy and wants to convert, this book IS for you!
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One more crappy college study guide
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When I was taking 4 classes at my local community college, I tried to follow the part of the book that said just to learn math by examples. I ended having to drop the class because at first I was actually ahead of the professor. Then I tried this stupid book's technique of learning by examples and I ended up falling behind. The same can be said of "What smart students know" it's actually a good technique (smart students), but you end up spending hours thinking up questions. Questions can be a part of the process, but it can't be the whole process. I just bought an online course than is way better than both of these combined. It's so good. The point I'm at in the course you can memorize up to 50 items in reverse and forward. You can also tell which place in the list. An example could be The order of my hallway: Dog = front door Cat = wall Duck = light switch Printer = holder Hitler = chair MAO = rug Goku = ceiling light Kurrin = mirror Gohan = heater Frieza = painting You would then connect / visualize each word / picture with a part of your house. The rule is to visualize each for only 6 seconds while recalling can only take 6 seconds. If you miss one you have to do the six second process again until you make no mistakes. P.S. I'm not telling anyone the name of the course or where to buy it. I want to be ahead of all other students. Edit: I'm back in college taking two college level courses. While I don't agree with everything in this book (I have to re-read it) I agree with 80-85% of the methods used in this book that I remember. Such as not doing the reading he was right. I haven't done the reading in my psychology 101 class and have only focused on taking / memorizing / learning the notes and while I haven't gotten a grade yet, I actually feel I'm learning enough and today in class I note notes from a documentary we watched. The professor said to do the reading for chapter 2 of the textbook. I'm not even going to do it. I'm going to just take notes in class then go over the reading. I did this for my 1st set of notes and I didn't understand something in the lecture notes. I ended up re-reading that / part / example [it was on the scientific method]. I remember from taking my developmental math class that the professor was actually doing examples (even though I couldn't figure out from what part of the book they were from and / or I couldn't write every example like he said) If I had just asked questions and either watched videos on Youtube I would've probably remembered the material from that class. I'll do another edit once I'm done with classes. I'm also going to write / provide a list of books that I think are good for learning and have good advice for college. Edit: I ended up trying to do the advice from this book and if I didn't look up the answers for the test for my psychology class I wouldn't be in college today. I'm not saying that all of this book is bad but I went from thinking that 85% of it is good to now thinking that 50% of this book is good. The other half is crap. Such as the technique for Q/E/C he doesn't give any examples or enough examples. The other advice like making your own problem sets I wouldn't have thought of. Even though this is an all right technique your wasting time because you can just practice doing other peoples problems (like those online or from a professor) or do Bullet point concept from another book I read (I'm going to provide a list once I'm done with this review). The one technique that is very good is the lecture technique he mentions in the book. For some reason, this technique helps with putting material into memory. His section on writing papers is also very good. His explanation on how to prepare for and take exams is also good. Also, he should have made the book more visual and put actual writing from actual students other than that it's an all right book. Here's the list of books I've read (so far) that will most likely get you A's College Rules https://www.amazon.com/College-Rules-4th-Survive-Succeed/dp/1607748525/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1530133408&sr=1-1&keywords=college+rules Guaranteed 4.0 https://www.amazon.com/Guaranteed-Follow-3-Step-Plan-Dont/dp/0974264806/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1530134451&sr=1-1&keywords=guranteed+4.0 How to study in college https://www.amazon.com/How-Study-College-Walter-Pauk/dp/1133960782/ref=sr_1_4?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1530134633&sr=1-4&keywords=how+to+study+in+college The only book I've read from cover to cover is GT 4.0 it's probably the best in my opinion because the system in this book will get you A's. The only reason last semester I didn't get A's was because I didn't follow the system to the t. If you follow the GT 4.0 system to a t and don't get all A's she'll give you $100. Hope this helps. Edit 2020: From what I remember reading this book, this applies to college level courses and even at the same time I tried using his question / evidence technique while taking a psy101 class and couldn't do it. Also he's right to a very large degree about living off of lecture notes. Living off of the lecture notes IMHO can only be done if it's a science science class or a college level math class. I'm currently taking a pre-req class and the professor explains everything. Along with the Guaranteed 4.0 technique this is a pretty decent book.
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This book is not that revolutionary, but very helpful. It essentially tackles three main problem areas for college students: 1) time management skills, 2) studying and exam prep, and 3) essay writing. Some of these are common sense things that many people resist implementing. If you are struggling with college, or are a high school senior unsure of what to expect in college, this book is very helpful. The true value in this book, for me at least, was in providing the satisfaction that these strategies worked. I would often start out a semester by doing the things listed in the book. I would manage my time, study effectively for exams, thoughtfully plan out papers and assignments. Halfway through the semester, I always had straight As. But as finals crept up, I would panic. Since every other student spent hours in the library studying, I abandoned the effective strategies to follow suit. As a result, my final exam grades were inconsistent and my final papers were always rushed. This book gave me the satisfaction of knowing that I can trust these time saving strategies. You do not need to spend hours and hours on projects to get a good grade. It's okay to not spend hours in the library studying for a final. Trust that these strategies work, and enjoy your stress-free semester. But, the book does have faults. While this book provides very useful information, I feel it misses two aspects of the college experience that can have a large impact on your grade: presentations and group projects. (Also the dreaded group presentation). While you can implement some of these strategies in these situations, it would be nice to know how top students manage working in group project settings, especially those that require research. I can't tell you how many times I've been in a group project where half the group doesn't show up to meetings, members refuse to do their work, or people drop the class halfway through the project. I still haven't figured out an adequate way to deal with these situations besides just doing the work myself at the last minute. Bottom line, this book is well worth the money. Whether you are a college senior or a high school senior and everything in between, this book will help you as long as you faithfully implement the strategies. But do search out other resources for help with managing group projects.
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I first have to say I practiced what the author tell us to do, and that semester I got A's on all my classes, and my GPA has improved considerably (I wish I had read this several years ago). I bought this book at the end of 2011 and decided to put to practice what it says. I was very amazed at my former roommate's 5.0 GPA and scholarship to Stanford once he got his minor in Biology. This guy would just come home, watch movies, go out with his girlfriend, play sports a lot, go dancing, etc. We never saw him cramming or pulling one all-nighter, NOT EVEN ONCE!. The other 2 guys were jealous studying like crazy but with 3.85 GPA. When I asked him about his success he said he wasn't doing anything special, except for staying in school until he finished his homework for the day. It didn't make sense since we saw him at home around 6 pm. "I just divide the work for each assignment unless it is too easy, and I never stay more than 1 or 2 hours doing just one assignment, That helps me usually get over 100% so at the end of the semester I don't have to worry too much about tests and other stuff like that; I don't read the whole thing, EVER! I would never be able to read the 100+ pages required each week, plus memorizing, and then doing an essay, it is ridiculous." I read a few books about getting A's (I am from Mexico so the grading system is different), but they all said the same: read the whole thing, learn everything to avoid surprises, repeat it but in your own words, make notes in every paragraph, develop mental maps, and so on... This book is different (some of the things are similar but not the same). Here's the most useful piece of advice I got from it: It is very often more important to know what NOT to study, than what to study. Time is very limited and we shouldn't waste it trying to read all the materials, learn absolutely everything for the tests, etc (especially the night before whatever is due). Your brain will shut off before you can do that, so you're better off knowing what you can and cannot do without burning out. I also have to say I enjoyed precious nights of deep sleep, and going to the test with a fresh mind (and scent), instead of tired, desperate, stinky, and trying to memorize 5 minutes before the test. This book is a lot about having free time to enjoy (not just getting drunk like some reviewers said) while others are wishing they would have studied earlier. It is a lot about structure and dividing the workload throughout the semester, month, week, day. You need to pay attention since at some point it could get a little tedious, like when he explains how to prepare for an essay. But if you try them they will work; the ultimate goal here is making college less tedious, more enjoyable, and an experience that will enrich your life instead of becoming a very expensive hell. It is also worth mentioning that the author is not giving you something he just though of, but these are common habits among top students attending top universities. I can also suggest you try the methods in the book and combine them with others such as mnemonics; I memorize whatever information I don't think I'll need in the future, and just pour it on the test, then forget about the rest; I do this ONLY with useless info that won't help me in any other class, and when I know the test will allow it (like multiple choice, short answers, yes/no, etc). Would definitely recommend it.
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Michelle Fehr
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★★★★★ 5
Struggling College Students...This is a Great Help!!
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Picking up the book How to Become a Straight-A Student by Cal Newport I hoped to improve my study skills and eliminate my procrastination. Cal Newport is a professor at Georgetown University and is the author of five self-improvement books. He is the founder of Study Hacks, which is one of the Web’s most popular student advice blog. Newport uses his own knowledge of being a successful college student and conducted interviews receiving advice from top-scoring undergraduates from some of the “most rigorous colleges and universities – including Harvard, Princeton, Yale, Dartmouth, Brown, Columbia, Duke…” (3). Newport uses humor and an easy to understand conversational style of writing to keep the reader engaged. The book is set up in three parts. Part 1 is titled Study Basics and has 3 steps that it touches on. Part 2 is titled Quizzes and Exams and consists of 6 steps. Part 3 is titled Essays and Papers and has 8 steps. At the end of each part there are “Cheat Sheets” that summarize each part in a bullet style fashion. Two of the three steps spoken about in the book include “The Plan in Action” section. These sections use situational examples to give the reader a more visual explanation of the information the author describes. One of the most influential topics Newport touched on –I thought— was part one of his book – “Study Basics” (11). He splits this topic up into three steps. My favorite step was step one – “Manage Your Time in Five Minutes a Day” (19). The main idea of this section is to have a record of all your to-dos and deadlines on your calendar. Another thing I liked about the book was that Cal uses real life examples of successful college students to prove his point. He also uses direct quotes from top-rated students at major universities that said things like “Time management is critical – it’s a skill that you absolutely must develop over the course of your time at college” (19). Looking at the perspective from a student that already manages their time and occasionally gets that one low grade that they cannot for the life of the get up and is looking for helpful tips to fine tune that B to an A— this book is probably not for you. Although I do see the down side to this book to an audience that is already studious and knows how to manage their time, but overall, Newport has a lot of advice to give to student who are in the early stages of learning how to be a good student. A person might give a bad rating because it did not help them. People like me who chose to read this book because they were never really taught how to study, manage their time, or how write a college paper or know tricks in taking exams and tests – this book will help you; for that I am giving this book a 5/5 star.
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