14 best polk audio studio monitors

Product description

Polk Audio has done it again with their TSi100 bookshelf speakers. Enjoy listening to your favorite jams through these affordable bookshelf speakers that feature wide dispersion woofers and tweeters for thrilling sound that keeps you rocking. Built in crossovers with Mylar bypass capacitors deliver expressive highs for a lush soundscape. Polk Audio has once again raised the standard for great sounding speakers that also offer incomparable value. The new TSi Series takes entry level component speaker pricing and gives the audio/home theater buff a lot of Polk Audio for the money. The TSi Series was designed to be highly efficient, so they can be driven easily by unpretentious receivers, and they're voice matched for lifelike surround sound environments. The new TSi Series' contemporary look was inspired by our top of the line LSi Series and designed to work with today's most stylish televisions and electronic components.

• Pair of high performance bookshelf speakers
• Equipped with one 1 inch silk/polymer composite dynamic balance dome tweeters
• Frequency response: 53Hz 25kHz
• Equipped with one 5.25 inch dynamic balance bilaminate composite woofer
• Recommended amplification: 20 100 (watts/ch)

User questions & answers

Question:	Why is the woofer on top
Answer:	A rough measurement with a ruler gives a diameter of 1 cm. I put the microphone inside a guitar with "f" holes. The microphone with its foam cover easily, but snuggly, fits into the small holes on either side of the f's. Before you slide the microphone into your instrument, make sure the volume is at zero or the microphone is OFF. Otherwise, major feedback squeal as it is passed through the hole; that's my experience with f holes, anyway.
Question:	What are they rated at
Answer:	You will need this adapter: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00UY76JVI and this cable: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0108VXSZY
Question:	Can this speaker connect to the PC
Answer:	As far as I know, Audio Technica uses "Pro" in the name of many of its products, which can get confusing. The Pro 70, the microphone pictured under the heading "Audio Technica Pro Series..." seems to be one item in a series of Pro products. The Pro 70 is usable as a clip-on for acousticguitar. It comes with a clip that attaches to the sound hole.
Question:	What are the speaker dimensions
Answer:	Look up product info.

• Single 10-inch subwoofer in black with built-in high-current amplifier for big bass
• Equipped with one 10-inch polymer-composite dynamic-balance cone driver. Line- and speaker-level inputs and speaker level outputs allow easy connection to any system
• Laser-based Klippel measurement technology for improved linearity and deep, precise sound. Low-Pass Crossover Frequency : 80-160 Hz
• Non-resonant all-MDF enclosure construction with 0.75-inch-thick baffles and internal bracing. Amplifier Continuous Power - 50 watts.Amplifier Dynamic Power - 100 watts
• Measures 14 by 14.38 by 16.12 inches (WxHxD)
• Polk Audio loudspeakers and subwoofers are capable of playing at extremely high volume levels. You should limit prolonged exposure to volumes that exceed 85 decibels(dB)

User questions & answers

Question:	this item has volume
Answer:	I have no idea what they are rated. I'm using them with a Marantz system 4 speakers. These are nice and look attractive. I'd buy again.
Question:	Can i hook this up to my sony dh590 reciever
Answer:	NO, you need connect to an amplifier then to PC, I ordered a class d amplifier, then connect to my PC via RCA cable, they work great. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07BQC7GNL
Question:	What are the ohms
Answer:	Go to Polk's website. It has all the info you need. Great speakers.
Question:	Is this 110v power only? Will it work outside US in 240v outlet
Answer:	It won’t make you sing better! It will make whatever you do much clearer. If you want to sing better, focus on that and why you want to to be a singer. There are many places you can learn to to direct your focus back to yourself. It’s all in th e breathing. and perhaps when your breathing brings calmness your singinging will improve. All this divine will do is makewhater you have clearer. Good luck

Product description

Add deep bass excitement and extended dynamic thrills to your music or movie sound system with the easy-to-connect and easy-to-use PSW 10. Its 10" Dynamic Balance composite cone driver and non-resonant enclosure produces deep, smooth response with superior detail and accuracy, while limiting distortion. The sub is powered by a high-current amplifier producing 50 Watts RMS/100 Watts dynamic power. A rotary volume control adjusts the volume of the subwoofer relative to the other speakers in the system and the unit offers a continuously variable low-pass filter, adjustable from 80-160 Hz. Easily accessible, professional-grade line- and speaker-level inputs, and speaker level outputs, allow easy connection to any system.

• POWERED SUBWOOFER FOR EXTRA BASS & PUNCH – A 10-inch Dynamic Balance woofer & a uniquely configured directed port provides accurate bass with added depth that brings your music and movies alive. A perfect solution for your small-to-mid size room
• LOUDER CLEARER SOUND EVEN AT HIGH VOLUME – Enjoy a thrilling yet balanced music experience with rich, deep sound, even at low frequencies. BLENDS EASILY WITH ANY SPEAKER and plays the most demanding nodes effortlessly without any distortion
• Double the amplifier power to 100 watts of dynamic power with its in-built 50-watt rms amp. Sophisticated engineering with best in class resonance-free driver materials make this sub highly durable and fit for extended use
• EASY TO INTEGRATE WITH EXISTING SYSTEMS – Hook up this sub to the receiver and upgrade your music sound instantly. Features continuously variable 80-160 Hz crossover and 40-160 Hz (-3dB) frequency response
• A sleek detachable grille on the front, speaker and line-level inputs as well as speaker-level outputs on the back, and a Phase Toggle Switch for multiple subwoofers, make this sub cohesive and complete

User questions & answers

Question:	What in your opinion is the best power setting for normal use, "on" or "auto" for this unit
Answer:	I would say depends if you use the item everyday/constantly as your sound for your surround. Or if you use surround/theater occasionally. If the latter I would use `on/off` , if you use it often or primarily the auto would be the way to go in my opinion. Plus is the sub easy to get to? Auto is great if its behind furniture or out of reach,etc.
Question:	Does this speaker have a volume control? Thanks
Answer:	Just to clarify something a previous reviewer stated: "Note: If you are using a Sub out/LFE connection from your receiver turn the Low Pass all the way up. " This does not apply to receivers with which you can specify the low-pass cutover frequency. For example, my modest Onkyo receiver has cutover settings of 80/100/120 HZ for the LFE/Sub output. If you have this option, you should consult your main speaker's manual for suggested low-pass settings or simply tune them by ear. For my setup, 120 HZ was both the recommended and best-sounding cutover frequency. 160 HZ was a little muddy :)
Question:	Can this sub be added to a Vizio 2.0 sound bar, for small to medium-sized HDTV's? If not, what should I get? For TV/Games/Music
Answer:	Like John, I too have a Vizio 2.0 sound bar and this pairs very well. I have a small theater room (10 x 20) and this one 10" fills the room. This sub is the best bang for the buck you can get.
Question:	Do I need a Y-adpater? A sound tech told me one sub wire would do the trick and just plug it into the L and ignore the R. Is this true
Answer:	Initially, used a one wire connection. Sounded OK, but .... Got a "Y" connector, attached at the rear of the amp, ran L & R wires to the PSW10: sounds amazing now and very adjustable. Need to get the PSW12 to get a one wire connection. Am very satisfied with this sub and would recommend it. Used in a 12' X 20' room, front/back/center and now the sub. Tom

Product features

Single 10" Subwoofer

• PSW enclosures are designed and engineered for perfect volume, minutely tuned for distortion-free low frequencies, and internally braced and damped to eliminate internal standing waves and other performance-robbing resonances.
• This unique configuration uses a specially tuned and directed port to more efficiently produce maximum bass impact.

100 Watts

Unique design keeps your subwoofer stable and steady even at radical volume levels, for more efficient use of power. No more "escaped washing machine" syndrome.

Laser-Based Klippel Measurement Technology

Our state-of-the-art Klippel distortion analyzer optimizes the woofer's motor structure, voice coil alignment and suspension for smooth, unimpeded movement over a broad spectrum of the lower frequencies to ensure the best, most efficient performance even at extreme listening levels.

Resonance-Free Dynamic Balance Driver Materials

PSW Series subwoofers outperform the competition with durable, resonance-free Dynamic Balance driver materials that stay stiff and move fast. You experience deep, musical low frequencies and thrilling effects with superior system blending.

Easy Connection to Any System

Inputs

• Audio Inputs: Stereo Line Level - RCA, Pair (L/R) Analog RCA.
• Speaker Inputs: Pair of Spring Terminals.

Outputs:

• Audio Outputs & Speaker Outputs.
• Pair of Spring Terminals.

Unique Design Keeps Your Subwoofer Stable

Unique design keeps your subwoofer stable and steady even at radical volume levels, for more efficient use of power. No more 'escaped washing machine' syndrome.

Product description

PSW505 features a sturdy Slot Load Vent that minimizes distortion, and a 300-Watt amplifier that powers a high-quality 12" long-throw woofer to deliver accurate, room-filling deep bass you crave for home theatre. A rotary volume control adjusts the volume of the subwoofer relative to the other speakers in the system and the unit offers a continuously variable low-pass filter, adjustable from 60-120 Hz. Accessible, professional-grade line- and speaker-level inputs, and speaker level outputs allow easy connection to any system for an instant sound upgrade. The subwoofer’s cool styling, with silver details and a real wood veneer adds a classic touch & blends in seamlessly with your room decor.

From the Manufacturer

• HEART-THUMPING MUSIC WITH DEEP, POWERFUL BASS – Polk's 12-inch Dynamic Balance Woofer sounds better because it is built better. Make your movies, music & sports experience thrilling
• ACCURATE SOUND REPRODUCTIONS – Be it delicate, melodious string music or solid blasts and booms from bombs and bullets, this subwoofer picks the subtleties between different kinds of sound correctly and reproduces them with absolute perfection
• DRIVEN BY IMMENSE 460-WATT POWER, the PSW505 gives HIGH PERFORMANCE IMPACTFUL SOUND WITHOUT ANY DISTORTION. While it blends with any speaker, it works best with Polk's Signature Series Speakers. Highly recommended for your home theater.
• VERSATILE & FULLY LOADED – The front grille is detachable, and the back has a magnetically shielded LFE-input for noisy signal aversion, line- & speaker-level inputs and outputs, and a Phase Toggle Switch designed for running multiple subwoofers
• EASY TO INTEGRATE WITH EXISTING SYSTEMS: Hook up this sub to the receiver and upgrade your music sound instantly! Features continuously variable 60-120 Hz crossover and 25-125 Hz frequency response

Product features

Polk Audio

In 1972 change was everywhere. In our appearance. In our attitude. In our music. It was an era when the live show evolved into a milestone, selling out stadiums and inspiring a new generation with a mindblower of a soundtrack. Our founders set out to capture the wonder of the live concert experience and bring it home. Throughout the decades since, we've continued making speakers to elevate all aspects of sound—in movies, TV and music—to provide you with the ultimate listening experience that's always accessible.

Product description

The name Monitor is special to Polk. The original Polk Monitor Series, produced in the mid-1970s, ushered in the modern loudspeaker era by setting the standard for performance and value. The original monitor series is the line that made Polk famous with its simple, sturdy construction, Clear, accurate sound, powerful bass and superior imaging all at a price that made Great sound available to everyone. The reborn monitor series is classic Polk: a quality-built, affordable line of high-performance loudspeakers for music and home theater. They are highly efficient, so they can be driven easily by unpretentious receivers, and they are voice matched for lifelike surround sound environments. The monitor series boasts a stylish look that complements today's flat screen technology, with wood grain finishes and modern titanium faces. Built for speed, sound and value, the monitor series is a great introduction to high-performance sound.

• TOP OF THE LINE FLOORSTANDING SPEAKER – Equipped with a 1" Dynamic Balance dome tweeter and four 6.5" Dynamic Balance woofers, this tower speaker guarantees BETTER SOUND QUALITY WITH IMMENSE POWER
• AMAZING SOUND AT AN AFFORDABLE PRICE – Enjoy clear, crisp and spacious stereo sound with wider dispersion for 3-dimensional and more lifelike audio in your bedroom, living or entertainment room
• DELIVERS DETAILED HIGH FREQUENCY RESPONSE WITH REALISTIC REPRODUCTION OF VOCALS & INSTRUMENTS – Powerful deep bass, better mid-range and superior audio are sure to make your party and movie nights exclusive
• CREATE A COMPLETE AND IMMERSIVE HOME THEATER SETUP by adding a Polk CS2 Center Speaker & Polk Monitor 40 or 30 Surrounds. Monitor speakers are magnetically shielded, so you can place it near your TV and not worry about distortions
• Polk's UNWAVERING COMMITMENT, RELIABILITY, AND CRAFTSMANSHIP has made it one of the most trusted names in home audio speakers and entertainment systems. They bring out BEST IN TECHNOLOGY, so you can SIT BACK, RELAX AND LISTEN WITH YOUR HEART.

User questions & answers

Question:	Why are there two sets of wire inputs on the back of the speaker
Answer:	See this well written article on it, I am actually going to buy the wires myself after reading up on it despite the much higher price tag, but they are a good price on amazon, other have written they are $100 at Best Buy but $30 on Amazon -- http://www.chord.co.uk/help-and-information/speaker-cable-guide/bi-wire-or-single-wire/
Question:	does anyone know why it has 2 sets of wire inlets on each speaker? Normally it's one set black and red
Answer:	The 2 sets of speaker 5 way binding posts are for bi-wires or bi amps if you remove the bridges so you can by-pass the speaker cross-over. It's a waste of time and money since you will need an external cross-over. I wouldn't bother with it at this price point. They are as good as you can get for the price.
Question:	Why do these have a set of two connections at the back? Is it for two audio sources
Answer:	Oh my gosh please disregard any of the stupid people who said its benefits are debatable, or that it helps midrange. Those people shouldn’t answer questions about things they obviously know nothing about. I’m reporting those answers as not only wrong but intentionally ignorant. The truth is most people have their front 2 mains wired to the receiver. Today’s receivers are 7.1 and more 9.2.4 or 11.2.whatever. However most users choose not to wire speakers to the extra surround and Atmos channels. 5.1 being fine. So in addition to wiring the entire speaker to just the front Left and Right, you can remove the metal connecting both sets of posts. Leave the original speakers wires. Now go into your receivers set up menu and go to speaker set up. Most receivers have a selector for if you’re using the front-above speaker option. If not, now you can run a 2nd speaker wire to both speaker and connect to the 2 unused posts. The immediate benefit is that instead of only 2 of the amp’s 100w channels pushing the whole Left and Right, you now have 4 of the amp’s 100w channels pushing your speakers. Each speaker gets 200w.
Question:	Is there a "practical"reason for these speakers to have so many individual speakers inside them
Answer:	Yes. Oversimplifying but hopefully still useful: There's an ugly trade-off between bass quantity and quality. Larger drivers have more surface area (volume really, as a speaker is effectively an irregularly-shaped piston for pushing and pulling air). More surface area means more bass. But it also means more inertia and typically sloppy or booming (mid-)bass lacking in detail or transient response ("edges"). Smaller drivers respond faster and create tighter, punchier, more accurate (mid-)bass because it can respond faster, but less low bass due to the reduced surface area. Using multiple smaller drivers is an attempt to retain the tight and accurate mid-bass but also team the drivers up to move enough air to extend the bass down low. It's an attempt to keep the best attributes of both approaches. However, real bass-heads might still want a little more low bass. Fortunately, really low bass (say 20-60 Hz) isn't particularly critical and you can get away with a massive woofer like 12" or even 15". For this, a subwoofer is perfect. If you add a subwoofer to a speaker like this, be sure to cross it over well below 100 Hz, as you paid for bass accuracy and you wouldn't want to degrade it by too much overlap. Think of the subwoofer as turning your 3 way speakers into 4 way speakers. You don't want much overlap. As with any free audio advice, take nobody's word for anything and experiment for yourself. Every room and every ear is different, so I might be all wet. That said, there' s the rationale, in a nutshell.

Product features

Monitor 70 Series II Floorstanding Loudspeaker

The Monitor series is the stuff of Polk legend. Originally produced in the mid-1970s, it blazed a trail for the modern loudspeaker era, setting the standard for performance and value. So, if you’re looking for a loudspeaker that offers lifelike home theater surround sound and clear, precision audio for all of your favorite music, look no further than the Polk Monitor70 Series II floorstanding loudspeaker.

The Monitor70 Series II sports a slim, stylish and sturdy design for a minimal footprint in your home theater setup. Its features a 1" dome tweeter and four 6.5" drivers, giving you bright, detailed highs, unfailing midrange tones and more deep bass response with its Critically Tuned Flared Port. It’s also crafted from non-resonant medium-density fiberboard (MDF) and structurally fortified with comprehensive internal bracing. The best part is that your Monitor70 Series II is designed with Polk’s patented Dynamic Balance technology—ensuring you get great sound via quality driver materials, speaker geometry and overall construction.

Dynamic Balance Technology

This patented technology analyzes the speaker’s entire electro-acoustic and mechanical system for improved material selection and more efficient geometry. It pinpoints and eliminates issues that reduce speaker performance before they become a part of the finished product.

Critically Tuned Flared Port

Provides deep, extended bass response with low distortion.

Slim, Efficient Design

With a footprint of less than one square foot, this speaker fits easily into any home theater setup

Maximum Compatibility

Works with most modestly-powered amplifiers or receivers.

Magnetically Shielded

No matter where you place these speakers near your TV, there’s no loss of sound quality caused by interference.

Stays Put on Your Floor

Stabilizer feet ensure stability on carpet or hard floors for more precise bass response and superior imaging.

Secure, Easy Connection

Dual 5-way binding posts for the most secure and efficient connection.

What’s In the Box

1 Monitor70 floorstanding speaker (42” H x 15.6” W x 7.7” D)

Owner's Manual

Online Product Registration card

Polk Audio brochure

Product description

The T15 are those bookshelf speakers whose high versatility is built to impress. Engineered with Polk's proprietary Dynamic Balance technology, they're primed to improve your home theater experience and take on your entire arsenal of tunes without fail. Think brighter highs, a wide-open mid-range and surprising bass response - the perfect entry into high-performance audio. What’s more, it’s easy to setup, supports Dolby and DTS, and connects to most home theater receivers, stereos or home theater processors. The best part is that it won't drain your wallet! Go big on great sound made for everyone. Add the T15 bookshelf stereo speakers to your home audio setup today.

• GET SUPERIOR HOME THEATER EXPERIENCE WITH IMMERSIVE SURROUND SOUND – Featuring 0.75" tweeter & 5.25" Dynamic Balance Driver, these speakers are designed to produce a natural, well-balanced sound with massive bass even at the lowest frequencies
• Use these wall-mountable bookshelf speakers as Front, left-right setup, surrounds or as rear speakers and get mesmerized by detailed audio with crystal clear vocals, enough to fill any small to medium sized room
• CREATE A FULL-FLEDGED 5.1 HOME THEATER SETUP with the complete range of T-series speakers from Polk with two T50 Tower Speakers, one T30 Center Channel, two T15 Bookshelf speakers and a subwoofer
• Polk speakers are Compatible with most home theater AV receivers giving you many setup arrangement options - in single or multi-room with 2.0, 2.1, 3.1 systems or an immersive 5.1, 7.1 or 9.1 setup
• POLK'S UNMATCHED QUALITY AT AN AFFORDABLE PRICE. With these value-priced speakers, you can now enjoy premium acoustics, high quality construction, easy setup and a spectacular theater experience right at home

Product features

Polk T Series T15 Home Theater and Music Bookshelf Speaker

The Polk T15 home theater and music bookshelf speakers are as versatile as they come, bringing incredible home theater sound and concert-quality music all in a classic look—and at a price that won’t break your budget.

We took the DNA from Polk's instant-classic Monitor Series loudspeakers and re-imagined them for today's audio lover. With one 0.75-inch silk dome tweeter, a 5.25-inch composite driver, and a performance tuned front-firing bass port—all engineered with Polk’s proprietary Dynamic Balance technology—your sonic visions of brighter highs, a wide-open mid-range and surprising bass response are now a reality. The acoustically-inert, furniture-grade MDF cabinet construction also reduces resonance and distortion, so you get rich, detailed audio the way it's meant to be heard—minus the muffled noise and rattled disruption inherent in low-quality, lesser-than audio equipment.

Designed to produce a wide dispersion sound, setting up your T15 bookshelf speakers is super straightforward and easy no matter where you place them. You can even use them as front or rear speakers in your home audio setup, too. Their five way binding posts provide an array of secure wire-hookup options. Plus, they’re designed to work with most home theater receivers, stereos or home theater processors. Whether you’re settled in for a little tube time on the couch or you’ve got the music turned up, the T15 is performance tuned to enhance the experience—that’s a fact. Premium sound paired with affordability never sounded this awesome!

The Home Theater High Life

Take your home theater experience to new heights with the T Series as your mainstay setup. Whether you’re locked into that brand new action flick or swooning over the latest romantic-comedy, this home theater system expands the boundaries of what entertainment should sound like. What’s more, it’s easy to setup, supports Dolby and DTS, and connects to most home theater receivers, stereos or home theater processors.

Make Your Music Come Alive

Built for more than your viewing pleasure, the T Series hits the mark on great-sounding audio for all the music that fills your life. Playing host and entertaining friends with a solid soundtrack in the background? The T Series has you covered. Unwinding with only your thoughts and that favorite album? Turn up the T Series and let the good times roll!

Get In The Game

Glued to the TV on game day? Victory is always yours no matter the outcome with the T Series calling the action. Make every tackle, home run, or slam dunk pop with real-time audio that puts you at the center of every play. Those live sporting events that you can’t live without get a major upgrade in sound that never felt so alive and captivating.

Grille Off

One 0.75-inch tweeter, one 5.25-inch driver and a front firing bass port—all built with Polk’s proprietary Dynamic Balance technology—translates into great sound for movies, TV and music.

Grille On

Available in a black oak finish with an acoustically inert, furniture-grade MDF cabinet construction, your T15 bookshelf speakers blend seamlessly into any home environment no matter where you listen. Plus, they double as rear surround speakers, too!

Back Panel

The best part is that your T15 bookshelf speakers are easy to set up and connect to most home theater receivers, stereos or home theater processors. And, they’ve got a built-in keyhole slot for wall mounting.

Product description

The compact Atrium 4 loudspeaker produces high fidelity sound quality anywhere you want great sound. Its small size makes it ideal for tight, out-of-way installations. With an aluminum dome tweeter and polypropylene cone driver in each speaker enjoy deep, accurate bass and smoother response. Polk’s patented Dynamic Balance and Klippel Optimization technologies ensure perfect material performance, eliminating driver and tweeter "artifacts" for more realistic sound reproduction at high and low volume levels. The weatherproof cabinet features a rustproof aluminum grille, rustproof aluminum bracket, and stainless steel/brass hardware that can endure seasonal change and provide great indoor speaker-quality sound for years of outdoor listening enjoyment. Quick and easy to install with Polk’s Speed Lock Mounting system.

From the Manufacturer

• CREATED TO LIVE AND PLAY OUTDOORS, your Atrium Speakers can be installed in any open space—by a pool, in the patio or a sunroom, or tucked away somewhere in the backyard. They will deliver EXCEPTIONALLY GREAT SOUND
• WIDER SOUND DISPERSION & SURPRISINGLY POWERFUL BASS driven by a 4 1/2" mineral filled Dynamic Balance polymer cone and a 3/4" anodized aluminum dome tweeter with rubber surround. 80W power CUTS THROUGH LOUD, JARRING BACKGROUND NOISES
• Recognized as ONE OF THE BEST-LOOKING OUTDOOR SPEAKERS, Polk Atrium 4 speakers come with a steeply-angled baffle design filling open spaces with big full-range sound. The outer profile EASILY BLENDS INTO THE CORNERS OF THE OUTDOOR WALLS
• ONE-CLICK SPEED-LOCK MOUNTING BRACKET offers EASY, ANTI-SLIP ONE-HANDED INSTALLATION allowing you to mount these speakers vertically or horizontally, to deliver the best possible sound in a variety of situations. Simply mount the swiveling C-bracket
• THE SPEAKER FOR ALL SEASONS – it’s rugged durability, high environmental endurance and superior quality has helped Polk Outdoor Speakers earn the all-weather Certification. EFFORTLESSLY WITHSTANDS EXTREME TEMPERATURES AND HEAVY RAIN year after year

Product features

4.5" Drivers and .75" Tweeters

4 1/2" (11.43cm) Dynamic Balance long-throw mineral-filled polypropylene cone driver with butyl rubber surround pumps out surprising bass response from a compact design.

3/4" (19mm) Dynamic Balance anodized aluminum dome tweeter with rubber surround and neodymium magnet for better power handling and smoother response.

10-80W Per Channel

The perfect material performance, eliminating driver and tweeter 'artifacts' for more realistic sound reproduction at high and low volume levels.

All-Weather Performance

Polk Audio All-Weather Performance, Atrium Series speakers exceed baseline industrial and military specifications for environmental endurance (ASTM D5894-UV Salt Fog,

Mil Standard 810 Immersion, Mil-Std 883 Method 1009.8 for salt and corrosion.)Atrium Speakers can effortlessly withstand the worst mother nature can dish out, whether its extreme temps or heavy rains.

180 Degrees Speed-Lock Mounting System

Speed-Lock Mounting, the easiest, fastest and safest of all mounting systems.

Simply mount the bracket and click the speaker into place. Aim it and tighten it down.

Broad Coverage Baffle Design Fills Large Outdoor Spaces

Broad coverage baffle design fills a large open outdoor space with big, full-range sound.

The Atrium 4 has a more steeply-angled baffle design that maximizes critical mid- and high-frequency dispersion over a large area, without sacrificing detail.

Aluminum with Stainless Steel and Brass Hardware

Gold-plated 5-way binding posts for the most secure, dependable hookups.

Aluminum grilles and bracket, with stainless steel and brass hardware: No rust. Ever.

Product description

The Polk HTS 12 subwoofer enhances home theater and music listening experience with powerful deep bass. Its long-throw Dynamic Balance 12” driver, patented floor-firing Power Port design and a state-of-the-art 400W Class D amplifier deliver an extended bass impact while minimizing distortion. Easy to access controls for volume, low pass filter, and phase correction. Connect via LFE (unfiltered / low pass disabled) or stereo line level RCA inputs. Set power toggle to Auto on/off for fast and easy on/off power switching in the sub and other home theater equipment. Curved edges offer a sensual yet powerful look that blends in with any home decor.

• HIGH EFFICIENCY SUB-WOOFER FOR SMALL TO MEDIUM-SIZED ROOMS - The HTS 12 features a 12" front-firing long-throw woofer with Polk's proprietary Dynamic Balance Technology designed to fill your room with immersive, three-dimensional sound in great clarity
• YOUR BEST BET WITH MODERN LOOKS & THUNDEROUS PERFORMANCE – The sleek rounded corners are a highlight, but this sub will surely take your movie & music experience up a notch with its deep rumbling bass from the in-built 200-watt amplifier (400W at peak)
• POLK'S PATENTED POWER PORT TECHNOLOGY delivers deeper bass response with its turbulence-smoothing diffuser that transitions air flow from the speaker into your listening area minimizing any kind of distortion & delivering rich full-range sound everywhere
• UNIVERSAL COMPATIBILITY & VERSATILITY – The sub comes with LFE & stereo line level inputs. Pair it with any of Polk’s Signature series 2-channel stereo speakers or create a complete home theater with S60 tower, S20 bookshelf & S35 center channel speakers
• ALL CONTROLS ON THE REAR PANEL – Controls for volume, low pass filter and phase toggle for optimum bass levels (0 to 180 degree) are in close reach - right on the back of the subwoofer. The front has a clean rich look with detachable grille
• Polk’s commitment & expert craftmanship with their use of advanced technology, master engineering, and innovation helps them bring out the BEST IN SOUND SYSTEMS AND SPEAKERS so you can SIT BACK, RELAX AND LISTEN WITH YOUR HEART

User questions & answers

Question:	Can Polk audio rc80i connect to the 400w subwoofer
Answer:	If there’s no subwoofer out option on your receiver, you’ll fund plenty of youtube tutorials on how to still add the active sub.
Question:	What is the impedance on this sub
Answer:	I believe it is 8 ohms ,most house speakers are rated at 8 ohms unlike the 4 or 2 ohm subs for vehicles.
Question:	If receiver or amp does not have LFE out, can full range signal be sent to sub and with upper level signal then sent out to satellites
Answer:	This box is rated 110v-120v. In this configuration it will not work at 240v. Perhaps if you can contact the manufacturer directly they can accommodate you. It should be a simple matter of swapping out a transformer.
Question:	For the 12" model, can someone please measure the exact total depth including the knobs on the back? Thank you
Answer:	I bought a separate woofer with this set. Really great sound. But to answer your question, I don't know.

Product features

Deep Bass for Home Theater and Music

Whether you’re installing a new set of surround or ATMOS speakers, adding a second subwoofer for the ultimate home theater experience, or just need more core-pounding impact from your favorite music, the HTS 12 delivers the powerful bass you crave with its long-throw 12” driver, patented Power Port technology and 400W Class D amplifier.

Dynamic Balance Driver

Front-firing 12” driver with our patented Dynamic Balance technology is Klippel optimized to provide clean, clear bass, better linearity, lower distortion and greater durability.

Patented Power Port Technology

The Power Port floor-firing design smoothly transitions air flow from the speaker into your listening area for deep, extended bass impact while minimizing turbulence, distortion, and port noise. At the port tuning frequency, Power Port equipped subwoofers have 3dB less port noise than similarly configured subwoofers without Power Port.

Complete Control

Built-in controls for variable volume, low pass filter and phase (0/180 degree) for optimum bass levels. Set power toggle to Auto on/off or DC control (12V trigger) for fast and easy on/off power switching in the sub and other home theater equipment—all easily accessible on the back panel.

Universal Compatibility

Connect via LFE (unfiltered / low pass disabled) or stereo line level RCA inputs—complements any home theater system (cables not included).

American Modern Styling

Curved edges offer a sensual yet powerful look that fits with any home decor—available in a stunning black washed walnut finish.

Product description

POLK S UNMATCHED QUALITY AT A AFFORDABLE PRICE. With these value-priced speakers, you can now enjoy premium acoustics, high quality construction, easy setup and a spectacular theater experience right at home

• GET SUPERIOR HOME THEATER EXPERIENCE WITH IMMERSIVE SURROUND SOUND & HI-RES AUDIO. Featuring 1" tweeter, 6.5" Drivers and 6.5" Bass Radiators. The 2 bass radiators augment the main woofer and produce a well-balanced, natural warm sound reaching the far corners of the room
• AMPLIFY YOUR MOVIE, MUSIC AND GAMING EXPERIENCE with this T-series speaker that not only sounds brilliant but also heightens your audio experience. Fill any small to medium sized room, produce captivating lifelike sound which pulls you right into the heart of the action
• CREATE A FULL-FLEDGED 5.1 HOME THEATER SETUP with the complete range of T-series speakers from Polk with two T50 Tower Speakers, one T30 Center Channel, two T15 Bookshelf speakers and a sub-woofer
• Polk speakers are COMPATIBLE WITH MOST HOME THEATER AV RECEIVERS giving you many setup arrangement options - in single or multi-room with 2.0, 2.1, 3.1 systems or an immersive 5.1, 7.1 or 9.1 setup
• POLK'S UNMATCHED QUALITY AT A AFFORDABLE PRICE. With these value-priced speakers, you can now enjoy premium acoustics, high quality construction, easy setup and a spectacular theater experience right at home

User questions & answers

Question:	Is this price for a pair or single speaker
Answer:	I’ve used other portable batteries (from different makers) and they have worked - example MyCharge.
Question:	my tweeter went out in the T50 - anyone know where to find a replacement
Answer:	Too heavy to hang around your neck because of the battery
Question:	What is the frequency response
Answer:	My fan is black w/black blades
Question:	How do you connect speaker to receiver
Answer:	You can get them anywhere. Just take your old one to make sure it's the same.

Product description

Deep Bass for Home Theater and MusicThe Polk HTS 12 subwoofer enhances home theater and music listening with powerful deep bass. It features a long-throw Dynamic Balance 12” driver patented Power Port technology and a state-of-the-art 400W Class D amplifier.FeaturesDeep bass for home theater and musicFront-firing long-throw 12” Polypropylene Dynamic Balance and Klippel optimized driverFloor-firing patented Power Port technology for deeper bass response and reduced port noiseComplete control - built-in controls for variable volume low pass filter and phase (0/180°) for optimum bass levels.Deep Bass for Home Theater and MusicWhether you’re installing a new set of surround or ATMOS speakers adding a second subwoofer for the ultimate home theater experience or just need more core-pounding impact from your favorite music the HTS 12 delivers the powerful bass you crave with its long-throw 12” driver patented Power Port technology and 400W Class D amplifier.Patented Power Port TechnologyThe Power Port floor-firing design smoothly transitions air flow from the speaker into your listening area for deep extended bass impact while minimizing turbulence distortion and port noise. At the port tuning frequency Power Port equipped subwoofers have 3dB less port noise than similarly configured subwoofers without Power Port.Dynamic Balance DriverFront-firing 12” driver with Polk's patented Dynamic Balance technology is Klippel optimized to provide clean clear bass better linearity lower distortion and greater durability. American Modern StylingCurved edges offer a sensual yet powerful look that fits with any home decor—available in a stunning black washed walnut or classic brown walnut finish.Complete ControlBuilt-in controls for variable volume low pass filter and phase (0/180°) for optimum bass levels. Set power toggle to Auto on/off or DC control (12V trigger) for fast and easy on/off power switching in the sub and other home theat

• Polk Audio HTS 12" Subwoofer with Power Port Technology (Brown)

User questions & answers

Question:	Does this unit come with the 12 month manufactures warranty
Answer:	Hello, The subwoofer is self-powered, meaning it contains an audio amplifier. Your receiver is connected to this amplifier, so the impedance of the actual woofer is not affecting the receiver at all.
Question:	Does this Sub comes with a remote
Answer:	Hello Yes, a speaker level input signal then passed on to the satellites.
Question:	I have a yamaha a-s801 integrated amplifier with debut b6 bookshelfs, polk tl2. are you able to tell me how compatible they will be with this system
Answer:	The listing's dimensions are way off. I measured 18.25" X 17.25" X 18.75"
Question:	is subwoofer input digital or analog
Answer:	Its an active subwoofer, so it has a built-in amplifier. There is a level control to match the output to your other speakers. The master volume control of the receiver or amplifier that is powering the other speakers will then control the volume of the subwoofer, along with your other speakers.

Product description

DSW PRO 550WI featuring Dynamic Balance materials and construction elements requires less power to sound great, uses power more efficiently and knows when to stand down, even at extreme listening levels. Its intelligent digital amplifier effortlessly drives the 10-inch woofer with 400 Watts of continuous power. The Klippel optimized woofer coupled with Feed Forward technology delivers quick, precise bass output with minimal audible distortion, even at loud volume levels. The unit can be arranged with its feet forward or down, for downward-firing position or front-firing mode, offering flexible placement options. The sub features four preset "Room Optimizers' from the remote controller, and Polk's exclusive PRO technology programs in the optimal bass and blending setting. LFE, line level inputs and outputs and 5-way binding posts for speaker level inputs allows easy connection to any system.

• STATE-OF-THE-ART SUBWOOFER WITH A BIGGER BASS THAN YOU CAN IMAGINE - Designed with unique driver materials, and based on Polk's patented Dynamic Balance woofers, this 10" Powered Sub effortlessly performs and delivers deep bass in far corners of your room
• EXCLUSIVE PRO ROOM OPTIMIZER TECHNOLOGY (PRO) FOR OPTIMAL BLENDING gives you the freedom to place your sub anywhere in the room, even inside a cabinet. The four preset optimizers let you specify the location and define the bass setting
• ENGINEERED TO PERFECTION – intelligent RMS amplifiers need less power to run, allowing it to stand down at low volumes or in Standby mode, making efficient and smart use of power, giving up to 400 watts of continuous power at peak
• ONE SUB, MANY APPLICATIONS – The DSW 550wi works as a standard downward-firing woofer but you can switch to a front-firing mode by repositioning it on its back, snapping on the woofer grille (sold separately) and adding the included rubber foot inserts
• NO PERFORMANCE RESTRAINTS EVEN AT EXTREME VOLUME LEVELS – Polk's Feed Forward Distortion Suppression technology sets performance levels higher than normal without compromising sound quality. At all frequencies, you'll hear no distortions whatsoever!
• PERFECTLY BLENDS WITH YOUR EXISTING SYSTEM – Timbre-matched with other Polk speakers, this sub connects to any receiver. No hassles, no extra connections! Upgrading your home theater and entertainment system is now this easy!
• Polk’s UNWAVERING COMMITMENT, RELIABILITY, AND CRAFTSMANSHIP has made it one of the most trusted names in home audio. Bring out the best in surround sound systems and acoustic excellence, so you can SIT BACK, RELAX AND LISTEN WITH YOUR HEART

User questions & answers

Question:	can this connect to a wireless bluetooth speaker
Answer:	No remote with this subwoofer
Question:	How well does this subwoofer sound as a wireless sub
Answer:	I have the 10” subwoofer. Using with a Yamaha rd-v 381 home theatre with jbl satellite speakers. I’m very pleased with this speaker. I don’t think you can go wrong with the 12”. Hope I was helpful to you.
Question:	Does it include the wireless kit
Answer:	line level RCA inputs are Analog and the LFE is Digital. Hope this helps. I have mine connected to the LFE as my receiver has this output . Note: LFE (Low Frequency Effect) - The discrete content sent to the subwoofer from a Dolby or DTS encoded audio track. ( The .1 in a 5.1 or 7.1 audio track) LFE + Main - The low frequencies output to the Subwoofer whether the speaker channels are set to Large or Small.
Question:	Hi, does the DSW Pro 550wi supports 220 to 240V
Answer:	Hello, There needs to be an additional component, usually a receiver to provide the power to the RC80i speakers. The subwoofer only powers itself.

Product features

Polk Audio DSWPRO 550WI Powered 10-inch Subwoofer

• Engineered for perfect volume, minutely tuned for distortion-free low frequencies, and internally braced and damped to eliminate internal standing waves.
• Feed forward distortion suppression tech enables performance limits to be set much higher than normal without risk of excessive distortion or damage.
• Polk’s exclusive PRO technology programs in the optimal bass and blending setting for your room. Simple set up with the included remote controller.

Features:

• Our state-of-the-art Klippel distortion analyzer optimizes the woofer's motor structure, voice coil alignment and suspension for smooth for unimpeded movement over a broad spectrum of the lower frequencies to ensure the better, efficient performance even at extreme listening levels.
• DSWPRO subwoofers can be arranged with their feet forward or down, for standard downward-firing position or innovative front-firing mode (you can snap on the grille and it looks smart) that lets you can place the subwoofer just about anywhere, even inside audio furniture or a rack system.

Features:

• Lightweight, super-stiff composite polypropylene cones create greater efficiency and more cone control, while durable rubber surrounds provide superior damping and free range of motion.
• The unique slot-loaded port design of the DSWPRO Series adds significantly more port surface area, for deeper, smoother bass response even in a smaller cabinet size, plus special tuning eliminates unwanted chuffing and air turbulence at the mouth of the slot-loaded port, for distortion-free bass.

Features:

• LFE, line level inputs and outputs and 5-way binding posts for speaker level inputs allows easy connection to any system.
• The 'Night Mode' setting temporarily lowers the sub's intensity with a quick and easy toggle from the remote control.
• Use adjustable rubber feet for hard surface flooring or adjustable carpet spikes for carpet; both options give you more placement fle.

Product description

Polk Audio has done it again with their TSi100 bookshelf speakers. Enjoy listening to your favorite jams through these affordable bookshelf speakers that feature wide dispersion woofers and tweeters for thrilling sound that keeps you rocking. Built in crossovers with Mylar bypass capacitors deliver expressive highs for a lush soundscape. Polk Audio has once again raised the standard for great sounding speakers that also offer incomparable value. The new TSi Series takes entry level component speaker pricing and gives the audio/home theater buff a lot of Polk Audio for the money. The TSi Series was designed to be highly efficient, so they can be driven easily by unpretentious receivers, and they're voice matched for lifelike surround sound environments. The new TSi Series' contemporary look was inspired by our top of the line LSi Series and designed to work with today's most stylish televisions and electronic components.

• Recommended amplification: 20 100 (watts/ch)
• Equipped with one 5.25 inch dynamic balance bilaminate composite woofer
• Equipped with one 1 inch silk/polymer composite dynamic balance dome tweeters
• Pair of high performance bookshelf speakers
• Frequency response: 53Hz 25kHz
• Pair of high performance bookshelf speakers
• Equipped with one 1 inch silk/polymer composite dynamic balance dome tweeters

User questions & answers

Question:	Do these speakers have Rubber surrounds
Answer:	Works and sounds great. I love the powerful rich bass.
Question:	Will these work with akai model aa-r22 receiver which has a spring terminal for speakers
Answer:	Hello, The wireless remote control is included with the subwoofer, but wireless connection kit is purchased separately.
Question:	Anyone using these with a vintage receiver and turntable? Just trying to see f it would be a good fit in my budget..Thanks
Answer:	It appears as though it does but it would be best to verify with the manufacturer."DSWPRO550WI 46.5 lb. (21.1 kg) 100V-120V~/220V-240V~50/60 Hz"https://www.polkaudio.com/downloads/manual/DSW440wi_550wi_660wi_MN_2011.pdf
Question:	Is the TSi100 just the current version of Polk's Monitor 30 speaker, simply renamed? It certainly looks identical, with the same driver sizes
Answer:	Yes it comes with factory warranty

Product features

Polk Audio TSi100 Bookshelf Speakers

Small in size, big in performance, the TSi100 is a speaker to use for wall-hanging surround speakers in a TSi Series home theater (heavy duty wall-hanging brackets are built right in). Or, use them as main speakers in a small room, where performance is key but size is a consideration.

Features:

• TSi enclosures are constructed of extensively braced, solid MDF with 3/4-inch baffles. This virtually eliminates internal resonances and damps energy-stealing vibrations, for more efficient operation and more transparent sound.
• Beautiful pewter accents, a high gloss piano-finish black top plate and your choice of stylish black or cherry wood-grain finishes make TSi speakers a part of your decor.
• Polk's proprietary, Dynamic Balance technology allows our engineers to design out distortion-causing driver and system resonances, so you only hear the good sounds.
• Klippel motor optimization uses laser measurement technology to ensure a smooth excursion path at either end of the volume spectrum for uniform performance at both low and high volumes.

Features:

• TSi design combines smaller drivers (for more overall driver area with less driver mass) and narrow baffle geometry, for wider range and more spacious soundstaging, so every seat in the house hears a prime performance.
• Durable, efficient, and tuned with our Dynamic Balance process, TSi Series polymer cones produce smooth, natural sound.
• All Polk loudspeakers are timbre-matched within their series, designed with the same components throughout, to achieve seamless speaker-to-speaker blending effects in multi-channel systems.
• Gold-plated, professional-style 5-way binding posts, for secure connection options.

Product description

The Polk Audio TSi500 floorstanding Speaker is the flagship of the TSi series. With four 6.5 inch drivers, it has the power handling and bass response to sound spectacular. Pair them up with a CS20 center, TSi200's for surrounds and a PSW series subwoofer and you'll have one incredible sounding home theater system! This speaker is awesome for high impact movies and music. Its affordable price and small footprint means they can be used as the front channels in a home theater system or as the main speakers in a music system. For home theater, pair it up with some TSi100's or OWM3's for surrounds, CS10 center and PSW series subwoofer and you'll have a spectacular sounding system! The new TSi Series is a quality built, affordable line of high performance loudspeakers for music and home theater. The TSi Series boasts a stylish look that complements today’s flat screen technology, with wood grain finishes, piano black top plates and pewter trim rings. Built for value and sound quality, the TSi Series is a great introduction to high performance sound.

• Single versatile high performance floorstanding loudspeaker
• Equipped with 1 Inch silk/polymer composite Dynamic Balance dome tweeter
• Frequency response: 28Hz 25kHz
• Equipped with four 6.5 Inch diameter bi laminate organic fiber cone woofers
• Recommended Amplification: 20 275 watts/channel

User questions & answers

Question:	I can’t tell in the picture, can these connect with banana plugs and skip the bi-amp feature
Answer:	Sure these speakers will. These will work with any receiver. Just connect the speaker wires to the back of the speaker and then to the spring terminals of the receiver.
Question:	Is this better than the Bic Pl
Answer:	I am using it with a great older table (Yamaha YP-D10) and a Denon AVR4800. The speakers can handle the load and are crisp, warm and mellow even when cranked up a bit. Love them.
Question:	Specs say recommended power range is 20-275W. Does it mean the speaker will not be able to produce full range of sound with if fed less than 20W
Answer:	The TSi line is built a little better and you can see the tweeter is located on the bottom making them good for surround speakers. Personally, I bought some Definitive Studio Monitor 450's at a really great price (More than 50% off retail) If I were going to buy Polks again I would go with the RTi line. They use some of the same drivers in the smaller model but have a better enclosure and are front ported. The Tsi line is slightly better than the Polk Monitor line since the Monitor Line is the cheapest Polk speaker you can buy.The Def Tech S.M. 450's weigh in at 20 LBs each and are built like a tank. They also can be found for about $300 a pair since they have been dis-continued. But the Polk RTis with the 6 1/2" midbass driver were my second choice for sure. Your correct in that the TSi line uses the same drivers as the monitor line but the top placed piano black finish is a nice touch. If you go with the RTi line your really moving up to an above average sounding speaker. They also have a rather expensive center channel for the RTi line as well. That way all your speakers will be timber matched.I bought a Definitive C/L/R 2002 center that's a beast. I had to mount it on my bottom shelf and it still sells for over $500 at some places. You can pick one up on Ebay that's refurbished for about $279 and it was just like a brand new center with zero scratches on both sides that are also covered with a piano black finish that matches the Studio Monitor 350's and 450's perfectly. It also has a 90 day warranty.It depends on the sound your looking for. The Polk Rti line does sound very good and the matching center with twin 6 1/2" drivers is truly a great sounding center. The Def Techs sound a tad bit bright which is too much for some people. It's all dependent on your listening room.If I didn't get such a fantastic price on my 4 new 450's at $280 a pair X 2 and the discounted 2002 center, I would have gone with the Polk Rti line and bought the larger model with the 6 1/2" driver for my fronts and the cheaper model with the 5 1/4" driver for my rears.Really either way you can't go wrong. Buying them thru Amazon is always a huge plus with there great return policy.The Def Tech 450 and 350 line are excellent speakers and Def Tech has the best customer service I have ever had the pleasure of dealing with. I had a defective tweeter in my center channel and a replacement was shipped to me free of charge. I also had one defective 6 1/2" driver and they sent me a new tweeter and 2 new 6 1/2" drivers along with 2 10" passive radiators. Not even a serial number was needed or proof of purchase.They simply took my word for it and sent me replacement drivers of all types since I was unable to figure out which driver was actually defective. My Dad has the tower versions of my bookshelf 450's and I was always impressed with there sound . So when I saw a 3 day sale on Newegg for the 450's at only $280 a pair I bought 2 pair and never looked back.But I think the Polk Rti line is well worth the cost and compared to Polks Lsi line that's supper expensive the Rti line is the better choice for the cost to sound variable I use for all electronics.I always tell people what my Father taught me back in 1980. You should spend 2/3 of your allocated funds for your music system on your speakers since they are the source.I had a pair of the Polk Monitor 40's and 30's originally. When I bought my Sennhiser HD 598's I realized just how bad those speakers were for music reproduction. They were o.k. for movies but there music reproduction had too many holes in the frequency range to count. A bloated mid range and a lack of good bass reproduction are just 2 of there problems.If your going with Polk and that's not a bad thing at all I would buy the Rti line of floor standing speakers or the bookshelf speakers and the rather large center that's timber matched to them. I'm sure you will be pleased with there music reproduction and the fact that you will be timber matched across the spectrum. I also had a Polk CS-10 center channel and sold it to my friend at a really cheap price. They still sell very cheap at around $109 and the Rti centers and the Def Tech 2002 center both make that CS-10 sound like the price you pay for it.Hope this helped you out. Steven LevelI just saw the Definitive Studio Monitor 450's on sale at Newegg and from Newegg on Ebay brand new for only $270 a pair. They normally retail for $660 a pair so the $270 a for a pair is what I was able to buy them for. I just paid a little more for faster shipping. It's one heck of a great deal getting a pair of these for $270 and then find a 2002 center on Ebay refurbished for $269 or so. Definitive also has a smaller new center channel called the HD 6040 if I remember correctly.It uses 2 new 4 1/2" drivers a 1" aluminum dome tweeter and a oval top mounted passive radiator. It also gets really good reviews and is much smaller in size. It's there new line of speakers and center channels. Definitive also makes one of the best powered subs in the Super Cube 4000 and 6000. They use a 8" main driver and twin 8" passive radiators on each side. Tons of power with a 1,000+ power amp and a remote control. They can also be set up wireless with a add on purchased item.I'm a huge Definitive fan ever since my Dad bought his towers about 10 years ago. So I went with two pairs of the 450's and a 2002 center and a BiPole middle rear speaker as well. So I have a 6.1 surround sound setup since my Yamaha receiver has a feature that allows a secondary small amp to control the rear middle or a pair of rear speakers along with sides. I just went with a single Bi-Pole for the middle rear and two 450's for the front and rear for a great sound setup for movies.I was considering a Super Cube for my new powered sub or a SVS 12" 300 watt powered sub that are both sealed enclosure that eliminates any port noise. My current powered sub is a Dayton Audio 12" with 120 watts and it gets the job done much better and cheaper than the Polk 12" 300watt. I tried the Polk 12" which is really more like a 7 or 8" driver with a super thick surround to it. I barrowed my Dads Polk 505 12" and found that the rear slotted port just causes too much port noise.When you listen to Pink Floyd The Dark Side Of The Moon you can hear tons of rear port noise with the Polk PSW 10" or the Polk 505 12". Once you here the port noise you will never be able to tune it out. The 505 is great for movies but horrible for music. The very cheap but not cheaply built Dayton Audio 12" is much better for music with a faster 12" driver. The 120 watts is just enough power to fill a normal room with a ton of clean bass.Checkout my review of the Dayton 12" as I go into great detail and explain why it does not create the same port noise as the Polk sub do. It's a 44LB beast and is one of the rare times that you get what you pay for is not accurate. You get "Much More" than you pay for in the Dayton 12" powered sub. It's a great sub for movies and very good for music. It's not the best sub out there, however, it's by far the best powered sub for the money at this time.I'm either buying a SVS 12" or a Refurbished Super Cube 4000 that both cost $500 or $560 for the Super Cube. The key of both of these subs is the fact that they are both sealed enclosures that have zero port noise!The 450's are selling super cheap again due to a huge supply surplus and the new line of Studio Monitors have been out for well over a year now. So Definitive is allowing Newegg and Amazon to sell them at unreal low prices to get rid of the excess supply. If you get a chance to listen to them I would at least try them out. I believe Newegg will allow returns with a restocking fee! So it's possible to return them if you find them too bright for your listening room.I just added some sound absorbing panels that are sold at Parts Express for a good price and put them on the walls next to the 450's. This toned them down without needing a E.Q.I also have a all mint condition vintage analog setup: Carver C-1 preamp, Carver TX-2 tuner, Hafler DH-500 amp (255+ watts per channel of really clean power), Onkyo 7030 CD player that is as good as a Cambridge Audio 640C V2 CD player and will even play .flac audio files perfectly! Its selling here on Amazon for only $140 the last time I checked it out. I paid $195 with 3 day shipping. It uses the same DACs as the Cambridge which are Wolfson as well as a very high end power transformer that's used in Onkyo's higher end CD players. It's simply unbeatable for it's price. It also weighs in at 11+ LBs. The Yamaha S-300 is nice as well but it's $300 and only sounds a slightly different with its BurrBrown DACs.It's a nice Cd player but is a older design from 2010 that lacks the .flac audio playback but does have a front USB port for MP3s and it weighs only 7.7 LBs which is not saying much for it's power transformer. I have never bought Onkyo before but it was a very nice surprise getting a CD player of it's build quality for only $190 or only $140 as of today! It's a second example of the you always get what you pay for not being accurate. I also have a mint Pioneer PL-7 turntable and a Adcom Power line conditioner that also turns on and off your equipment in the proper order.It's one of those components that people rarely buy but if you do you will be impressed with it. I bought mine on Ebay new out of the box for only $69 including the shipping. It has a front aluminum plate just like the Onkyo 7030 does.I put this analog system together for about $1,200 since I already had the amp from my dad. I use it for excellent stereo only 2.2 setup with two powered subs. My DEf TEch 450's crave lots of clean power and I needed this system to play stereo loud and clean without clipping the amp! My Yamaha receiver was clipping and shutting down when playing Led Zeppelin so I put this vintage analog system together! I absolutely love the 2.2 stereo setup and my music playback has never sounded better. It will improve when I get the $1000 I need for twin SVS 12" powered subs, but until then I'm using a Dayton 12" and my first mistake Polk PSW 10" powered sub that's so over rated it's hard to believe that many people can give such a lousy 50 watt powered sub with tons of port noise all these 5 star reviews!I guess these people have never owned a powered sub before or these reviews would be 2 stars instead of 5! Good Luck with your new speakers no matter what you buy I hope your happy with them :) Try the 450's they will not disappoint you and at only $270 a pair the price is just unreal for such great sounding bookshelf speakers. They have such great soundstage that my Dad was blown away when he stopped over to hear them. he couldn't believe the price I paid either since Definitive is not known for discounting, ever!!
Question:	Are these speakers, TSi500, 8ohm, 6ohm or 4ohm? i can't seem to find that info here, on the polk site or in the material provided with the speakers
Answer:	No

Product description

Built to bring the big surround sound theater and music experience into the comfort of your living room, the Polk signature S35 slim center speaker continues in the Polk tradition of American Hifi. Featuring Hi-Res certification, a new dynamic balance designed acoustic array, precision cross-overs, an anti-diffraction grille, modern cabinet styling and exclusive dual power port bass enhancing technology, you get elevated sound for movies, TV and music in a totally re-imagined design. With a 4"-tall profile it easily fits spaces that other center channels do not. Designed for versatility it allows both horizontal and vertical placement options; and performs equally well as a left or right channel speaker. Features built-in four-way keyhole slots for easy mounting.

• Ultra-Slim 4" tall speaker built to deliver BIG, RELIABLE SURROUND SOUND. Featuring Dynamic Balance acoustic array, with 3" drivers and a 1" Terylene tweeter dome giving you a CINEMATIC EXPERIENCE IN THE COMFORT OF YOUR HOME
• STRIKINGLY BOLD, DRAMATIC LOOKS and DYNAMIC HEART-THUMPING SOUND — Polk's patented power port technology delivers deeper bass response with its turbulence-smoothing diffuser that minimizes distortion, giving you rich sound for movies, TV and music
• DESIGNED TO DELIVER – The iconic rounded edges and the detailing are conceptualized from the best acoustic guitars, giving these bookshelf speakers a completely thought-through, performance-oriented stylish look
• VERSATILE AND PERFECT FOR VARIOUS HOME THEATER SETUP COMBINATIONS – add a center unit to your existing arrangement or create an all-inclusive home theater setup with Signature series for a clear, crisp and room-filling sound. Offering full compatibility with 2.0, 2.1, 3.1, 5.1, 7.1 and 9.1 setups
• The Signature Series has earned the hi-res certified rating and redefined the REAL AMERICAN HiFi SOUND with Polk's UNWAVERING COMMITMENT, RELIABILITY, AND CRAFTSMANSHIP, making it one of the most trusted names in audio speakers
• Build an amazing surround system with the signature series collection–s55 tower speakers, s35 center channel, s15 bookshelf speakers and a subwoofer, making your movie nights nothing but perfect

User questions & answers

Question:	Whats the ideal screws to use to hang on a concrete wall
Answer:	I didn’t wall mount my speaker it’s sitting in a home entertainment cabinet. To wall mount in concrete you will need to drill holes in the concrete using a masonry drill bit the recommended size for the concrete wall anchors you will be using, you will put the screws into the anchors. Make sure the head of the screw will fit through the mounting hole on back of speaker. Mounting hardware kits (screws, anchors and drill bits ) are available at your Local hardware store. Of course you will need a drill, screwdriver and hammer (to use in inserting the wall anchor)
Question:	Is the signature s35 compatible with rti a7 floor standing speakers? i want to use the s35 for center channel or is another speaker better for the rti
Answer:	I think completely compatible. I use it for a center speaker. It is really nice.
Question:	Can i used this with marantz sr5012 and martin logan esl hybrid 8 i worry about tone of the voice be diferrent
Answer:	90% of the voices are coming out of the center channel, you should not notice a difference, but personally, I would stay with Martin Logan's center channel and stick with their quality.
Question:	Every speaker brand strives to be neutral, so why should there be tonal mismatches? Why must I buy a center of the same brand
Answer:	In my experience most speakers have their own tonal quality however that does not mean speakers from different manufacturers or even different models by the same manufacturer will not sound good together. I use my Polk S35 center channel speaker with four Bose 301 series speakers and a Polk PSW505 subwoofer to make up my home theater system. They sound great together and much better than it did with my original Bose center channel.

Product features

Polk Signature Series HiFi Home Theater Speaker

Built to bring the big surround sound theater and music experience into the comfort of your living room, the Polk Signature Series continues in the Polk tradition of American HiFi.

A Dynamic Balance designed acoustic array, precision cross-overs, an anti-diffraction magnetic grille, modern cabinet styling and exclusive Power Port bass enhancing technology, you get elevated sound for movies, TV and music in a totally re-imagined design.

American HiFi Home Theater Slim Center Speaker

The Polk Signature S35 slim center speaker is built to bring the big surround sound theater and music experience into the comfort of your living room, continuing in the Polk tradition of American HiFi.

High-Resolution Audio Performance

Deliver clear and detailed high end response for improved vocals in movies and music—plus, a minimum support of 40kHz to perfectly reproduce the latest high resolution audio files with improved audio extension. It’s like you’re right there in the studio or concert hall with the artist, hearing all the music you love in a whole new way.

4”- Tall Slim Profile

Easily fits spaces that other center channels do not.