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πŸ”Š Polk Audio 255c-RT In-Wall Center Channel Speaker (2) 5.25" Drivers - The Vanishing Series, Easily Installable in Wall, Power Port, Paintable Grille (Black/White) Review

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Connectivity TechnologyWired
Speaker TypeIn-Wall
BrandPolk Audio
Model Name255C-RT
Recommended Uses For ProductFor Surround Sound Systems

Description of πŸ”Š Polk Audio 255c-RT In-Wall Center Channel Speaker (2) 5.25" Drivers - The Vanishing Series, Easily Installable in Wall, Power Port, Paintable Grille (Black/White)

CRYSTAL CLEAR SOUND & DEEP BASS for a true cinematic experience. Powered by Dynamic Balance, Distance Toggle & Polk's patented Power Port technology, the 255c-RT In-wall speaker comes with (2) 5.25" Mid/Woofer & a 1" swivel-mount Silk Dome Tweeter. This 2-way center channel speaker is designed to offset reflective surfaces with no sound distortion, making it PERFRECT FOR ANY 3.1, 5.1, 6.1, 7.1 & ABOVE SURROUND SOUND SYSTEM. Enjoy rich natural sound in your home theater and entertainment system. EASY TO MOUNT AND INSTALL - PERFECT FIT TEMPLATES, a precision flange, (available) pre-construction brackets and the PATENTED ROTATING CAM system ensure secure, vibration-free installation. This in-wall loudspeaker VANISHES INTO THE WALL giving you a clean, clutter-free look, becoming the CENTER STAGE OF ROOM-FILLING SOUND. Paint the wafer-thin sheer grille in any color you want and it EASILY BLENDS INTO YOUR HOME DECOR. 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.

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Revainrating 5 out of 5

Very sophisticated speaker for the money!

I bought and installed this for a client along with six RT625RTs for the RL, surround and rear speakers. I made the backboxes out of some heavyweight foam speaker dampening material. It was an existing design so my options were limited. The customer had pre-wired the speaker wiring and it wasn't the cable I normally use, but it was good quality 16GA to install. For the money spent, the sound is damn good! As a center channel speaker, it is articulate and focused. The highs were smooth, refined…

Pros
  • Sleek design
Cons
  • Really don't like it's ok

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Great buy for home theater beginners

To be honest I liked how it looked with 5.25 dual mids, looked cool. But it didn't sound as cool as I thought it would, not as crisp and clean as I expected (although I switched from Martin Logan Motion 6, which is worth the coin). I also turned up the volume, which caused the speakers to crackle during fist punches or fight scenes. If you're wondering, I'm using an older one (marantz 5010 7.2). If I'm just starting out I'd say it's definitely a beginner center. So if you're just starting to…

Pros
  • Confident
Cons
  • Upgrade available

Revainrating 2 out of 5

Polk Audio In-Ceiling Speakers (RT and LS Combo)

I bought this speaker to add to my 7.1" wall/ceiling surround system. I bought the following speakers and receivers: Polk Audio 255C-RT (Center), Polk 265-LS x 2 (Front), Polk 80F/X-RT x 4 (Surround and Rear), Polk HTS 12 (Subwoofer), Denon AVR-x3600H. (Receiver) Although it is difficult to provide an individual overview of each speaker, as a system they work very well. They sound decent out of the box. One of my main concerns was how good it would sound if the LS and RT were mixed and matched…

Pros
  • Availability
Cons
  • Secret

Revainrating 5 out of 5

The house was pre-wired for surround sound and a colleague of mine who worked as a musician for a living recommended these speakers

I bought a house with a normal sized living room (okay, it's small). The house came prewired for surround sound and a colleague of mine who made a living from music recommended these speakers. He stated that the sound and quality couldn't be beat for the size and price. He was absolutely right. They are perfect for my living room which is about 12x15. I have this center speaker and two Polk Audio RC65i two-way speakers and two Polk Audio RC80i two-way speakers in the ceiling. By the way, I'm so

Pros
  • . Becomes the CENTRAL SCENE OF ROOM-FILLING SOUND. Paint the thin transparent trellis any color you like and it GOES INTO YOUR HOME DECOR
Cons
  • Some small things

Revainrating 2 out of 5

looks and sounds good but has flaws

Looks good, sounds good but the grille rattles and my speakers fell apart after a short time. I was very happy with how they looked and sounded after initial installation, although there are some issues with the 255c-RT. Within six months of listening to my Polk Vanishing Services 7.1 surround sound system, I started having annoying gasps during the bass parts of movies (and during music, although I rarely listen to music in my theater). At first I thought it was paintings on the wall or small…

Pros
  • This 2-way center speaker is designed to compensate for reflective surfaces without sound distortion, making it IDEAL FOR ANY 3.1, 5.1, 6.1, 7.1 SURROUND SOUND SYSTEM AND HIGHER. Enjoy rich, natural sound in your home theater and entertainment system
Cons
  • Hard to say