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Polk Audio S20 Signature Series Bookshelf Speakers - Home Theater, Surround Sound & Premium Music, Power Port Technology, Detachable Magnetic Grille (Pair), Black Review

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Details

Speaker TypeBookshelf
BrandPolk Audio
Model NameSignature S20
Recommended Uses For ProductFor Surround Sound Systems, For Televisions
Special Feature8-ohm impedance, Warranty: 3 years, Sensitivity: 88 db, Handles up to 125 watts, 6-1/2" mica-reinforced polypropylene dynamic balance® cone driver, Anti-diffraction magnetic grilles for minimal sonic interference, 8-9/16"W x 14-3/4"H x 13-13/16"D, Non-resonant mdf cabinet, 5-way gold-plated binding posts, Frequency response: 39-40,000 hz, 1" terylene high-res dome tweeter, Power port® technology for better bass response, Weight: 7.71 Kg.Each

Description of Polk Audio S20 Signature Series Bookshelf Speakers - Home Theater, Surround Sound & Premium Music, Power Port Technology, Detachable Magnetic Grille (Pair), Black

BIG, RELIABLE SURROUND SOUND - Featuring Dynamic Balance acoustic array, Polk S20 hi-res Bookshelf speakers each have (1) 6.5" driver and (1) 1" Terylene tweeter that produce clear vocals and exceptional music, giving you a CINEMATIC EXPERIENCE AT HOME. DYNAMIC HEART-THUMPING SOUND — Polk's PATENTED POWER PORT TECHNOLOGY delivers deeper bass response by diffusion air flows from the speaker into your listening area, minimizing any kind of distortion, giving you rich full-range sound for movies, TV & music. STRIKINGLY BOLD, DRAMATIC LOOKS – With their iconic rounded edges and the detailing heavily conceptualized from the best acoustic guitars, the Signature Series speakers are thoughtfully designed with clean stylish look and high-performance results. VERSATILITY IN HOME THEATER SETUPS - Use as front, rear or surround in a stereo or surround sound system in 2.1, 3.1, 5.1 or above configurations with Polk’s Signature collection of tower speakers, center channels & subwoofers for a room-filling sound. 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 the BEST IN TECHNOLOGY, so you can SIT BACK, RELAX AND LISTEN WITH YOUR HEART.

Reviews

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Revainrating 5 out of 5

High-quality product, the price corresponds to the quality.

I specifically waited three months after the purchase, so as not to drown them right away. The sound was disappointing. The system, with a new Denon dra800h stereo receiver and a Polk Audio 10" subwoofer from the same series, was built from scratch. Inakustik wires with soldered copper bananas. Before that, there was the simplest ancient Yamaha video receiver with Microlab solo2 speakers, and I compare it with them. I listen to mp3 from a computer via HDMI, tunein, soundcloud either via HEOS or

Pros
  • sound, look
Cons
  • reviews of others, sound out of the box

Revainrating 5 out of 5

The perfect purchase for me, exactly what I was looking for!

In the low-frequency spectrum, I did not even expect this from them. With 39 Hz declared by the manufacturer (-5 dB), in fact, the test signal is played from 30 Hz. Many (small-sized) subs cannot do this, for example, from soundbars, which in fact play from 40 Hz.

Pros
  • Excellent sound quality.
Cons
  • Didn't find it.

Revainrating 5 out of 5

I do not cease to rejoice at the purchase, a very good deal!

Excellent speakers, I took a Yamaha 333 instead, the sound is very pleasing, I mostly listen to electronic music. I think these speakers are ideal for listening to electronic and other modern music. They listen to a room of 17 sq. M, there is a subwoofer, but in comparison with my Dali Spector 1, I don’t turn it on with these speakers. Its pros: Excellent detailed sound, fleshy and biting bass, powerful enough Has some cons The workmanship of the case, I expected veneer for this price, and not…

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Great value for money, one of the best offers.

They play in conjunction with the Yamaha R-N602. after the buildup: the sound is clear, detailed, balanced, excellent localization in space. Highs/mids are great. Bottoms: dense, clear, no mumbling and parasitic vibration and hum General impressions: very suitable for listening to music of all genres To watch movies / games - a subwoofer is desirable, so the frequency response is linear, without rising along the bottoms. Necessarily! : oxygen-free copper cable S=4mm2 My bundle is very sensitive

Pros
  • Excellent highs and mids, good dynamics, "collected" sound.
Cons
  • Cuts sounds below 40 Hz, sensitive to cables and their direction

Revainrating 2 out of 5

Poor quality, not suitable for use.

In the cinema, they play at 100, even without a subwoofer due to the low bass, very clear highs and mids. The average bass can only compensate for the "singing" subwoofer, 8". For music, I advise you to take into account the size of the speakers and their number, take outdoor speakers. If the small room is 15 m2, for good mid-bass it is best to take with 8" speakers or with a lot of 6.5" speakers. For completely different money there are exceptions. And of course, do not forget that for 8 inch…

Pros
  • After almost a month of "warming up", the sound is very clear at the top and middle, the detail is normal. There is a lower bass and it is also not bad. Excellent build quality and components, extremely reliable in use. Excellent positioning, just perfect for movies and games, determine exactly where the projectile will fly at you and feel its shock wave on yourself.
Cons
  • The middle bass is almost completely absent at any distance, on the receiver it has to be twisted with an equalizer to the edge (the receiver is 5 times more expensive than the speakers, I think there is enough amplifier there). For music, these speakers are contraindicated. The price is too high, for plastic speakers, with plastic tweeters. They play worse than Magnat 200, which are much cheaper. Setting the Japanese did not save them, I will sell.

Revainrating 4 out of 5

Great sound at a great price

Need a pair of bookshelf speakers as monitors for digital audio editing. They have served that purpose well. They fit nicely on a desk, are very well and solidly made from quality materials, and produce a clear and accurate sound that rivals professional monitors that cost two or three times as much. It might help to mention that they're slightly larger and heavier (17 pounds each) than what many people would consider bookshelves and aren't meant to be wall mounted. Those who aren't worried…

Pros
  • Rugged construction
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Revainrating 5 out of 5

These speakers are big bookshelves but the sound is worth it

I am a music lover and bought these speakers for my master bedroom where theater and music are double duty. These speakers are too big to be considered bookshelves, but the sound is worth the space they occupy. Best of all, they are well above their price point and deserve everyone's attention. Are these the best floorstanding speakers I've ever heard? unlikely, but they're not that far off. They're very easy to drive with a budget receiver, but give them good clean output and a quality source…

Pros
  • I look forward to
Cons
  • Periodicity

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Great bookshelf speakers! Needs a better quality laminate.

I have these in my theater system with S35 Center and S10 Rear and SVS SB12 subwoofer. Your base reaction is fantastic. Listening to pop/hip hop sounds like there is a small subwoofer. Obvious difference with SB12 included but still amazing. They're also great for a standalone music setup without a subwoofer. The level of detail is also fantastic, you can hear every detail. The tweeters are super smooth. I see no reason to take rooks with their clarity and base response. In my opinion, any…

Pros
  • Heavy Duty Finish
Cons
  • Fits