Polk Audio R150 Two-Way Bookshelf Loudspeakers (Pair)
by Polk Audio
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Manufacturer: Polk AudioBrand: Polk Audio
Edition: Electronics
Model: AM1575-B|4
Color: Black
Publisher: Polk Audio
Studio: Polk Audio
Music Label: Polk Audio
Product features:
- Pair of 2-way bookshelf speakers perfect for small room or multi-room applications
- Equipped with one 5.25-inch dynamic balance mineral filled polymer composite cone driver
- Frequency Response: 60Hz - 24kHz
- Equipped with one 0.75-inch dynamic balance silk/polymer composite dome tweeter
- Magnetically shielded for safe placement near TVs and computer monitors
- Monster M Series M2.4s MLock Master Pin Biwire Speaker Cable (8 ft. pair)
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Customer Review: Quiet? Sounds great! Loud? Not so much.
Summary: 3 Stars
I agree with Mr. Gruen's review: at volume (not cranked, distorted - just 5/10ths) they get kinda muddy, lose their sheen and tinkle and sound like they politely have their hand over their mouth. Odd, but at low volume they actually sound fantastic - balanced, clear, bright-but-not-tinny. I'm compelled to adjust the treble up a few db to compensate the more I turn the knob.
They feel somewhat well built, a little hollow-sounding, although I haven't taken them apart to tell and frankly, since I have them hooked up and in place, I guess I don't want to know.
Don't bother trying for "loud" from these little guys. They'll start to sputter break up well before you can hurt your hearing. I suspect these were engineered specifically for surround applications as sides or backs - they're very non-intrusive that way.
I use them to augment ceiling mounted stereo-only speakers, feeding TV, CD's and XM Radio through a wonderfully quiet and simple 15 year old 100watt/per Yamaha reciever. When I light up the whole stystem: kitchen, great room, dining, patio (through a Sima balancer), they do the job sufficient enough to get three stars.
Note that stereo-only TV augmentation is very good - it's CD's and XM that sound a little muddy.
Description of Polk Audio R150 Two-Way Bookshelf Loudspeakers (Pair)
Polk Audio's R150 Bookshelf Speakers - Building incredible-sounding speakers at reasonable prices has made Polk Audio a powerhouse in the audio industry. The R Series Loudspeaker models continue the Polk tradition of using high quality materials and excellent fundamental engineering to deliver exceptional sound at an exceptional value. R Series Loudspeakers are perfect for building starter systems, or for small room or multi-room applications. With the addition of a PSW Series powered subwoofer, you can assemble an impressive home theater system on a budget. Use them as surrounds in a den or bedroom system. Wall mount them in your workshop or basement rumpus room for industrial strength durability and great sound.Digital Cameras & Photo Categories
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