Polk Audio Signature 15 Review! The Perfect Gateway Drug??

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  • Опубліковано 28 вер 2024
  • The Signature 15's make it easy to appreciate good sound and great music.
    Specifications:
    Price: $229.95 USD / Pair
    Finishes: Ebony or Walnut
    Weight: 13 Pounds Each
    Dimensions: 12" H x 7.5" D x 10.25" W
    Impedance: 8 ohms
    Sensitivity: 90dB
    Advertised Frequency Range: 40Hz -40KHz
    Driver Compliment: 1" soft dome tweeter and a 5.25" polypropylene woofer.
    Manufacturers Product Page:
    www.polkaudio....
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    Gear Used For the Evaluation
    Sources: AMR CD-777 SE , Heed Abacus DAC
    A/V Receiver: Sony STR DH-750
    Integrated Amps: Vista Audio Spark , Heed Elixir, MastersounD Box
    Pre-Amps: Parasound JC2bp
    Power Amps: Parasound 2350, Parasound JC5

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  • @marknelson801
    @marknelson801 6 років тому +58

    Polk still does a lot right. Especially for the money.

    • @nathaneldogo
      @nathaneldogo 3 роки тому +1

      The Best for the price better than klipsch

  • @1165mac
    @1165mac Рік тому +1

    I have the Signature Elite ES20 version of these. The treble boost has definitely been dampened and they provide plenty of clean bass. I actually cross them over at 40Hz and run with two subwoofers and they sound great. For some reason speakers always sound better in my room crossed over at least down to 60Hz.

  • @sbaresa
    @sbaresa 4 місяці тому

    I am very happy with this speakers. Great job Polk..

  • @pegun
    @pegun 6 років тому +4

    Great review man, as always! 👍🏻

  • @traeheck3614
    @traeheck3614 6 років тому +9

    I purchased the RT55i's back in 2000. The bookshelf's with 2 6 inch mids. Big suckers. Still have them today. They sound better now than what they did back then. The reason is because i am older and can't hear much above 16khz so they are not bright anymore.

    • @ZeroFidelity
      @ZeroFidelity  6 років тому +3

      I remember those big mofos. My first set of loudspeakers were the RT2000p's. Ended up trying just about everything from that series short of the 5000 system (3000p towers with the 1000p center). Fun stuff! Got a chuckle out of the hearing comment. I'm sure I'm not too far off from that point as well.

    • @marknelson801
      @marknelson801 6 років тому +2

      The RT55s is still a great speaker.
      I Still have a pair of Rt2000ps and a CS1000p in my workout room. I can’t let them go.

    • @tonyrobinson4434
      @tonyrobinson4434 6 років тому +2

      I can go back further. I purchased the LS-90's in 1993 and I still have the speakers. I have Polks
      powered by a NAD 218 THX amp, just enough power when your in the mood to Rock!

    • @marknelson801
      @marknelson801 6 років тому +1

      Tony Robinson
      I also have a pair of LS-90s too. Great speakers.
      I also have a pair of RT16s.
      I rotate the extra speakers in my office every 6 months.

    • @mpitogo
      @mpitogo 5 років тому

      RT55s 1998 (non i) were my first speakers and still have them in my office as part of a 5.1

  • @dougg1075
    @dougg1075 6 років тому

    Smart well done review brother. I love you have chosen a product that looks the business and will give someone new to the hobby pride of ownership, and oh by the way IT SOUNDS GOOD. Won’t break the bank.
    Good and honest job brother. Keep em comin.

    • @ZeroFidelity
      @ZeroFidelity  6 років тому +1

      Thanks man! Yep, Polk did a fantastic job with these speakers.

    • @dougg1075
      @dougg1075 6 років тому +1

      Zero Fidelity keep it up! The hobby needs guys like you.

  • @quadrannilator
    @quadrannilator 5 років тому

    Am one of those people who first heard a Polk Audio system playing "FM RADIO" at a mass market retail store and made me go - I've never heard anything like this! Is this what Hi Fi is supposed to be like? Someday I'll get myself a Polk Audio stuff. This was a decade ago - am from a Tier 2 Metro city in India. Bose was the only other thing in the world of Hi Fi other than everything else. Polk Audio was my first official introduction, and for that I'll be grateful to them, even though I can today buy a ton of stuff online from almost anywhere in the world.

  • @MG-rt4dj
    @MG-rt4dj 4 роки тому +1

    Yes. I've got now s20e. It's Fuc...great with onkyo TX 8250

  • @blue03r6
    @blue03r6 5 років тому +1

    I got to sample a good klipsch system in a customer's home a few days ago. and I was wowed by them big time. I have some polks and I'm seriously thinking of going klipsch

  • @blech71
    @blech71 5 років тому

    My friend has these and I played Sol Invictus by Audiomachine and a few other epic tracks like creation of earth by Thomas Bergesen (TSFH) and he was convinced to keep them because these tracks have some awesome details that other price conscious offerings have a problem resolving. The bass while not being overbearing busy robust enough... and then the lion roar in creation... he fell in love.
    All this was after I switched out his amp for something with enough to push these comfortably... his little Lepai... while works wonders for the size definitely short sells the capabilities of this small bookie.

    • @blech71
      @blech71 5 років тому

      He still wants me to build him some speedsters (DIY Paul Carmody design) but these will be fine until he gets his hands on those little wonders!

  • @1101-x2o
    @1101-x2o 6 років тому +2

    Would be nice to see you review the signature series tower speakers

  • @keithpayne1882
    @keithpayne1882 4 роки тому +2

    Nice speaker review! Can you tell me were to pick up the speaker stands in the video! Been looking for them. Thanks!

  • @MinasK.97
    @MinasK.97 5 років тому +8

    Incredible speakers!
    I have the s20

    • @MrAlvarochahin
      @MrAlvarochahin 5 років тому +1

      Hello, do you recommend the S20s for music or are they designed and voiced for home theatre? Thanks

    • @MinasK.97
      @MinasK.97 5 років тому +2

      @@MrAlvarochahin yes!
      They sound great to everything

    • @zorankalina4399
      @zorankalina4399 5 років тому

      Ok guys.....wil follow your recomandationes about S20es....with stereo reciver which deliwers 100Wats per ch. on 8 ohms
      and questione?
      do they sound so nice and full in a low levels of listening
      thanks

    • @ramondelgado6778
      @ramondelgado6778 4 роки тому

      @@zorankalina4399 what kind of receiver do you have? not all watts are the same. make and model # please.

    • @zorankalina4399
      @zorankalina4399 4 роки тому +1

      @@ramondelgado6778 ah...at the end...
      I bought..Yamaha As 100, and Creek A100 ,amplifires
      JAMO C93...and ATC SCM 7 speakers
      Have some deacent Klipsch sub and 2×RELs Tzeros
      All conected trough Rega Dac ....
      From computer...trough Tv....and then with optic cable...on Rega Dac

  • @megaetk
    @megaetk 6 років тому

    Polk were my first nicer speaker besides my energy take classic. Definitely started it all.

  • @dchron8565
    @dchron8565 6 років тому +1

    Excellent and understandable review, ZF. I think this review connects with lots of viewers. And many thanks for T50/S15 bonus section. Out of curiosity, have you listened to the S15s with your Vista Spark? If so, could you share your thoughts?

    • @ZeroFidelity
      @ZeroFidelity  6 років тому +1

      Thanks. So the Spark / S15 pairing is interesting. I'd only recommend it for desktop use, as the Spark doesn't really have enough cajones to drive them to loud volumes. That said, the pairing itself is fairly good. The Spark cleans up their midrange, tightens the bass, and makes them sound more like a proper set of hi-fi loudspeakers. A good match for somebody who plans on listening at low to moderate volumes, or with fairly simple music.

    • @dchron8565
      @dchron8565 6 років тому +1

      Interesting...thanks. I really appreciate your answer. FYI--I don't see the S15 currently listed on Polk's website (only the S10 and S20). I wonder: Is the S15 discontinued?

    • @dchron8565
      @dchron8565 6 років тому +1

      Go figure--now the S15 is visible (and available) on Polk's website. On sale!

  • @stevew5211
    @stevew5211 4 роки тому

    Thanks mate, very informative!

  • @Mr.PetePrice
    @Mr.PetePrice 2 роки тому

    I have a pair. I must not have them set up right. They sound great, but I'm laking mids. Just seems like I'm not getting enough fullness in the middle frequencies. I'm using an Onkyo TX SR393 and a Polk Audio PSW108 sub. Maybe I have the cross over set wrong maybe speaker placement is wrong, I'm just not sure. The room is about 15 x 17 with one wall open to the kitchen standard townhouse living room.

  • @MrAlvarochahin
    @MrAlvarochahin 6 років тому +6

    Hello, I would love you to review the Fluance SX-6. Thank you for all the information you share. Love your content

    • @ZeroFidelity
      @ZeroFidelity  6 років тому +2

      Thanks for the suggestion and the positive vibes! Will see if I can make it happen.

  • @Lowkey_nxthxn
    @Lowkey_nxthxn 3 роки тому

    You should do a review on the Polk audio s20 love videos like this

  • @mikeoleksa
    @mikeoleksa 5 років тому

    Quick question. Hopefully it gets answered. I'm setting up a home theater system. I got one hell of a deal on a Yamaha RX-V479 (so you know what I'm working with for an amplifier). I'm also just wanting to get my fronts and rears matching. All 4 speakers preferably the same. I'm looking at the Elac Debut 2.0 B6.2, also the B5.2. What I'm trying to make a choice between the Elacs and the Polk Signature S20 and S15. I already have a BIC V-1220 sub. I love music and like it loud (mostly modern rock, but some hip hop type stuff too), but also watch a lot of movies. My audio source is the HDMI output from a high end Nvidia graphics card in my $4,000 USD custom built computer. I've heard great reviews on both the Elac Debut 2.0 and the Polk Signature Series. I know it's still all subjective still, but I'm just trying to get some feedback. Thank you in advance. I love a full sound of highs, mids and lows. The lows are obviously covered with the BIC V-1220.

  • @rags015
    @rags015 5 років тому

    Nice review! Could you also review the S10 and S20? Also please review the NHT Super zero 2.1 and Super one 2.1?

  • @daynor_5374
    @daynor_5374 5 років тому

    Amazing video! What do you think about the signature s60??

  • @erickus36
    @erickus36 2 роки тому

    Are those any good for listening to classical music?

  • @BobElgin
    @BobElgin 6 років тому

    Like the review. Just bought the polk bundle with s60,s35,s20 and hts12 with yahmaha 2070 receicer (2800.00$)on AMAZON. Cant find a review of any sort on the full bundle. Only been able to to view one or two videos on just 1 speaker (signature speaker) review. Haven't been able to set my system up yet due to my house is not finished yet(fire). Dont know what to expect. Whats your thought

  • @HPMIKE55
    @HPMIKE55 6 років тому +2

    Great job bro! How about the Klipsch The Sixes Powered Monitor or the KEF LS50 Wireless? thanks for your help

    • @ZeroFidelity
      @ZeroFidelity  6 років тому +1

      Wish I could help! I haven't had the chance to experience The Sixes, so I have no idea how they stack up the wireless LS50's.

    • @HPMIKE55
      @HPMIKE55 6 років тому +2

      what if you had to chose to review one? ;-)

    • @ZeroFidelity
      @ZeroFidelity  6 років тому +2

      Would likely opt to review the LS50's. :)

  • @myplaguesify
    @myplaguesify 5 років тому +2

    Which is better wharf 225 or polk s20? for punchier bass and crisp highs? thanks

  • @junboo8730
    @junboo8730 5 років тому

    I bought the t600(monitor60) I really don't know what to expect from them. Any idea?.

  • @salmonline
    @salmonline 6 років тому +2

    The Pioneers got me.
    Are these the next step, or the Elacs?

    • @ZeroFidelity
      @ZeroFidelity  6 років тому

      Funnily enough, I have the Pioneer BS21's on hand. As good as they are, the Polk S15's represent a huge step up. I cannot comment on Elac's latest Debut series, but I certainly think the S15's more than hold their own against the original Debut bookies.

    • @1mykalfury
      @1mykalfury 6 років тому

      I just asked the same question..LoL.
      This I do know...
      No speaker in the $200 a pair range
      matches ELAC's bass output.
      Also, the ELAC's crossover network is superior
      according to Crutchfield magazine & live Chat.
      I asked the question live & the expert at Crutchfield
      said the ELAC B5 were in a different league than Polk Sig 15.
      Pol Sigs are prettier tho, that's for sure.
      But, for real, 3D sound & bass as well, ELAC wins easily.
      I'm waiting to see Zero Fidelity's review on the new ELAC upgraded B5
      called the ELAC 2.0
      I believe Zero Fidelity's in for a game change all around this time.
      POLK's beginning to lose the race in the bargain market.
      ~ peace

    • @ZeroFidelity
      @ZeroFidelity  6 років тому +4

      I've been to Crutchfields HQ multiple times. While I respect the company, I have a feeling that whoever you interacted with had just wrapped up ELAC product training. As good as the original ELAC Debut monitors are for the money, they neither sound more realistic than the S15's, nor are they capable of laying down a bigger soundstage. It's actually a pretty even matchup. Now having said that, perhaps the new 2.0's change the game. All told, I welcome the competition. Having lots of kick ass speakers at an affordable price isn't exactly a bad thing!

    • @salmonline
      @salmonline 6 років тому

      I very much appreciate all of those responses. I think having all these choices is getting hectic.
      Ya know what I figured out while I was waffling for so long?
      I just want something that sounds good.
      I grew up on 70's era equipment and and just want something to turn on and sound good.

    • @ZeroFidelity
      @ZeroFidelity  6 років тому +3

      This should be easy. What's your budget, what music do you (mostly) listen to, and what gear do you currently have?

  • @RikuHK
    @RikuHK 6 років тому

    I think active speakers like Adam Audio A5X are better than passive speakers, what do you think?

  • @lvminthang
    @lvminthang 5 років тому

    Which one is better Polk RtiA1 or Polk S15???

  • @Hirnlego999
    @Hirnlego999 5 років тому

    Gosh, I was interested until I heard that the treble is not neutral. Neutral is really the only way to go because speaker characteristics will be part of all music, and in the end that creates listening fatigue. Oh well.

  • @Eddyloveninin
    @Eddyloveninin 3 роки тому

    is the klipsch r-51m better sounding?

  • @leandertejeiro6332
    @leandertejeiro6332 6 років тому

    You need to do a review on the S55

    • @johnfiv842
      @johnfiv842 5 років тому

      i just picked up a pair of the s55 and i love them. they are very detailed and punchy. At times thay can lack alittle on bass when theres hevy hitting scenes in movies, but thats why i run a 12in polk sub and it compensates for it

  • @hnipen
    @hnipen 6 років тому +1

    I’d like to try them ..... LOL :-D

    • @crispincrunch2453
      @crispincrunch2453 6 років тому

      Crutchfield has these at a little over $200 a pair with 60 days to try. Wadaya need an RSVP?

  • @mambabarang1136
    @mambabarang1136 3 роки тому

    is this compatible with marantz pm5005 amp??

  • @Zoranurai13
    @Zoranurai13 5 років тому

    What’s better, these (or s20) or the jamo 803’s

  • @ruhsrmbdad
    @ruhsrmbdad 4 роки тому

    Love your videos which could benefit from a lapel or shotgun mic.

  • @tomgarcia9200
    @tomgarcia9200 5 років тому +1

    A fallout guy I see, nice

  • @akramhosen5116
    @akramhosen5116 5 років тому

    Would you recommend them to someone using a soundbar with a sub (100w), and going to transition into "bookshelf" stereo?

  • @texasbuzzard4970
    @texasbuzzard4970 5 років тому

    These polks are $150/pair
    Sony core sscs5 $75/pair
    Which is better FurDaMoney?

  • @geraldperry7779
    @geraldperry7779 3 роки тому

    S15 vs S20?

    • @redleather420
      @redleather420 3 роки тому

      skip and go for s55, amazing speaker if you have the room

  • @reallifeweightloss932
    @reallifeweightloss932 6 років тому +1

    Hello,
    In your opinion, would you go for these or the Dali Specktor 1s?
    Assuming price is the same.

    • @tawaunwilliams7002
      @tawaunwilliams7002 5 років тому

      Definitely the Spektor 1 they are awesome, I would say the Spektor 1 is the 3020i closest rival....

  • @BlackEn
    @BlackEn 5 років тому

    terrible intro

  • @svm2020
    @svm2020 5 років тому +17

    Could you review s60 tower speakers?

  • @dajusta87
    @dajusta87 5 років тому +19

    Hey man where did you get those small speaker stands ?

    • @timeshaft5088
      @timeshaft5088 4 роки тому

      justun chan Sorry for late reply, but you can find various styles of speaker stands on Crutchfield.com

    • @DavidCulbertson64
      @DavidCulbertson64 3 роки тому

      Did you ever figure out exactly where the speaker stands came from?

  • @michaelvanbuskirk8845
    @michaelvanbuskirk8845 Рік тому +4

    Love these speakers.
    I'm running them on an old Pioneer VSX-9300 A/V receiver and have a Dayton powered 8" subwoofer along with them in a small family room. They sound fantastic to me.
    Bought them in October 2020 from Crutchfield when they had them half off. Brand new, delivered for $125. Can't beat that!

  • @michaeltoste8871
    @michaeltoste8871 2 місяці тому +1

    I threw these on my old Marantz in my great room and they are impressive! More than I expected. My son enjoys listening to music with me in a new way and its awesome!

  • @rav_6602
    @rav_6602 4 роки тому +6

    3:11 My dad got me a set of S15s for Christmas a year or two ago and I will admit that there is absolutely no going back. I am going to add a few more speakers to my collection soon, two more bookshelf speakers and a center.

    • @juliomendez5039
      @juliomendez5039 4 роки тому +1

      Those are exactly the same speakers that got me hooked.

  • @deeplyclosetedindividual
    @deeplyclosetedindividual 6 років тому +20

    Another great video! This is my favorite hifi channel because you cut to the chase and relay the info without a bunch of swollen hyperbole :) Your channel is growing fast, congrats on almost 10k subs!

    • @ZeroFidelity
      @ZeroFidelity  6 років тому +2

      Thanks for the kind words!

    • @jorgenavas6704
      @jorgenavas6704 7 місяців тому

      Hello! How are you? I'll ask you, if you don't mind. I'm going to buy a Marantz M Cr 612 Sintoamplifier for home use to watch movies and music in streaming and also CDs. Do you recommend 4 units of these speakers? Or the SE20 and a couple of these? Or 4 SE15 or 4 SE10? A cordial greeting from Argentina. Keep it up, very good channel!

  • @scottlowell493
    @scottlowell493 5 років тому +3

    Polk entered the market in the late 70's with that goal in mind. Provide as much of a high end sound as possible at the price point. The old Polk Monitor 5 and 10 with a peerless tweeter were a VAST improvement over the mass market thump/screech and sizzle at that price point. My 1st demo on some POLKS was a GRP Jazz cd around 1987. The imaging, transparency, openness and smoothness reminded me of what speakers did costing 3x as much like infinity. For the cost of Monitor 5's, there was not much else that was even listenable, let alone transparent.

  • @RSx94
    @RSx94 5 років тому +4

    I bought these with almost a 50% discount 3 months ago. These small speakers sounds extremely good and there is actually good punch in them for the size!
    Mine are powered by a 2x4 ohm 50watt amp (which would be around 25 watts at 4 ohm).

  • @stephencosta6814
    @stephencosta6814 5 років тому +14

    Fantastic you're running it with about $10,000 worth of equipment love that that would bring out the best in any speaker

    • @rav_6602
      @rav_6602 4 роки тому

      I have a Yahama amp and they sound great until I turn the volume up a bit. Theres a little too much treble, but at medium volumes they sound amazing.

  • @nussberger
    @nussberger 5 років тому +4

    The sheep realy complemented this excellent video. Thanks for your hard work.

  • @MinasK.97
    @MinasK.97 5 років тому +4

    Thanks for the review I'm definitely gonna get the Polk s20

  • @Newrecordday2013
    @Newrecordday2013 6 років тому +5

    Good looking speakers for the price point.

    • @ZeroFidelity
      @ZeroFidelity  6 років тому

      Yeah man. They really do stand out. Especially in a retail environment like Best Buy.

  • @guezcisco
    @guezcisco 5 років тому +4

    I bought these and the Sony Cores s5's that where also reviewed . I will make it short .. the Sony's out of the box are great where as the S15's would sound better and better after hours of play. The Sony's sounded the same after hours of play, so I stayed with the Polk's. They also reminded me of my old NHT ones that I bought like fifteen years ago. Those where the best speakers I ever owned.

    • @ramondelgado6778
      @ramondelgado6778 4 роки тому

      Thank you! This was exactly was I was looking for! Also, the Polk's are rated at 8 ohms so my amp will run happier.

    • @daijoubu4529
      @daijoubu4529 4 роки тому +1

      Some says that speaker doesn't actually break in, but the other way around with the listener getting used to the sound lol

  • @DannyWildMedia
    @DannyWildMedia 6 років тому +3

    Are they any good on a desk? I have Cambridge Audio SX50 and they just don't work on a desk. I have to be all the way back in my office to have bass.

    • @ZeroFidelity
      @ZeroFidelity  6 років тому

      I'd put them on some kind of a stand. Sitting any speaker flat on a desk is a recipe for disappointment. The good news is that the S15's are good for nearfield listening. In that environment, I tend to prefer their sound with the drivers more or less facing out directly into the room.

  • @justanotheryoutubeuser5029
    @justanotheryoutubeuser5029 5 років тому +3

    These speakers are nice at first. After a while, fatigue comes in specially with trumpets and strings. Detail is definitely there but i just couldn’t listen to them after an hour. If detail and critical listening are your thing, yes these speakers will give you that but for a relaxing sound, dont get these.

    • @cinqo7
      @cinqo7 5 років тому +1

      But this happens basically with all analytical speakers being cheap or super high end...

    • @jamesf1505
      @jamesf1505 4 роки тому +1

      Use EQ settings in AVR to adjust that issue

  • @crispincrunch2453
    @crispincrunch2453 6 років тому +13

    Word up as Polk being a great audiophile gateway drug.
    The Polk RTi A1 + a Polk PSW125 subwoofer was my first real system upgrading from the Bose 301. I was very happy with that Polk system for many years. Definitely a fun system! Never had to worry about recordings or the type of music.
    Polk really makes you feel like you are getting great value, more quality for your money and their "little" bookshelf speakers sound surprisingly bigger than their size. Upgrading to the 2.1 Polk system from the Bose, I got tight punchy bass that was also good for home theater. Great value under $700 at the time.

    • @ZeroFidelity
      @ZeroFidelity  6 років тому +3

      Right on man. Polk gear has been responsible for many hours of fun here at Casa Del Zero!

    • @mmzubairi
      @mmzubairi 6 років тому +2

      I have a similar setup in my home office. Rti a1s paired with deftech super cube and Marantz sr7000. I love the sound and although I continue to have an itch to switch them out with something else but their sound, looks and finish/build quality is still pretty amazing (cherry color looks good)...

    • @crispincrunch2453
      @crispincrunch2453 6 років тому +2

      Good on ya, mate. Total score for the win with those R10 at the price. That is a *very* tidy full-range budget system. Steve Guttenberg has been singing the praises of the R-S202 for many moons. Most importantly, it is enjoyable and makes ya want to sit & listen to music. Cheers.

  • @johnnyvegas5681
    @johnnyvegas5681 4 роки тому

    just started watching your videos and just subscribed (if you watch a video you should subscribe)....taking this out of parenthesis lol...I have two accounts...one with my real name I use for certain and focused things but i use my other account for personal stuff and if you like even one video from someone ...then SUBSCRIBE! seriously...you hit one button..so easy and you reward the person making the video you just enjoyed. Off my soap box now.....I have these speakers....I was wondering if you thought about doing a rating system with a list of categories(you would know better than me which to use) enabling you to give each speaker a numerical score and then organizing that list be certain price ranges so we can compare similar priced speakers. I also owned the klipsch r-41m and then switched to these. If I was able to purchase the klipsch at $90 (costco sale this past week ...in mid july) then I would go with them but I like them more than the Polk S-15 until I owned the S-15s for some time and they grew on me. I hear more from them but I loved the brightness of the Klipsch (my ears aren't refined enough to appreciate truly neutral speakers and I don't have a good enough power source either). The power source consideration should be included in your reviews. I would suggest getting budget BT amp off of Amazon (what I was using) then a midgrade and then whatever you have for your high end. Okay...sorry for the long post but I really like your reviews, the way you speak and break things down etc...so putting the rating system could easily double your subscribers. Check out Doug DeMuro's channel which can give you some baseline concept of what I am suggesting. Anyways...I enjoyed the review so thanks.

  • @goldblade84
    @goldblade84 5 років тому +1

    Coming from an old 5.1 samsung home theater in a box...
    I built a SONY Core series Dolby Atmos system for my home theater (5.1.2) with the Book Shelf, Center, Atmos, and Sub (for an Apartment).
    I bought a pair of Polk S10 (I needed something smaller) for my surrounds, and I like the crisp sound effects (and I can tone it down a bit if I needed to).
    However, the coolest thing I ended up doing is I used the Polk S10 in conjunction with the SONY SSCS8 (Center), and because of the higher treble on the Polks, it really gave a lot more clarity on the dialogue while also expanding the center channel sound stage to better match the screen size.
    I probably wouldn't recommend a Polk setup for every speaker position because of the higher treble, but for center the speech is so much clearer, and for the surrounds it gave plenty of pop to gun shot effects, etc. while still giving good mid range.

  • @andrewtaylor6121
    @andrewtaylor6121 9 днів тому

    Still have the Polk RTi6, and the highs sound good to my ears, unlike what this guy says.

  • @ALittleBitOfGay
    @ALittleBitOfGay 6 років тому +6

    The Signature series is used by a lot of People with very high end equipment, usually they use the towers. They are very revealing, with excellent clarity, depth, and soundstage.

  • @scottlowell493
    @scottlowell493 5 років тому +1

    POLK started using nice Peerless tweeters in the 70's and early 80's. The trilaminate was a China made knock off that was a fraction of the cost of the Peerless. The difference? The Peerless was very even and accurate. The Trilaminate was jagged and peaky to try to sound more detailed than it was. Since then? Polk has floundered. The best buy stuff is still "pleasant mid-fi" and that LSi series was painfully overpriced mediocrity. Nothing from Polk grabs me as "killer" at any price point. They need to beat ELAC, NHT and Klipsch at the sub $1000 point. IMO, decent speaker, but an also-ran not the best.

  • @MichaelLivingston-me
    @MichaelLivingston-me 5 років тому +1

    I'm quite happy with my Polk Monitor 40 II bookshelf speakers. The drivers are quite good and the crossover doesn't harm the sound. Their downside? In spite of a nice appearance, the cabinets are too thin, and not rigid enough for the two 5.25 inch midbass drivers. When I apply power to really fill the room, I'm hearing cabinet resonance. For the money, they have great sound.

  • @Squishmallows24
    @Squishmallows24 5 років тому +1

    Yea I have the klipsch lineup from 2014 that Best Buy sells. Got everything 50% off during Black Friday. I like the speakers but it’s time for an upgrade. I might go with the svs ultra line since I already own 2 pb2000s. I really like the look of these Polk speakers though

  • @Gary_M
    @Gary_M 6 років тому +2

    Always enjoy your speaker reviews. I'm not a fan of the glossy plastic on the baffle. I'd rather just have the vinyl wrap all the way around. That is a cool finish with the grey highlights.

  • @jumpercable20
    @jumpercable20 5 років тому +2

    I bought a set of Polk SDA CRS in 1985--These have 2 tweeters per speaker unlike the ones I've seen with just 1 tweeter. After 33 years, they still look like new and sound like new. I have disturbed neighbors 4 houses away, but that was years ago. I have to wonder if a capacitor can last 33 years without leaking. I've put a stethoscope up to all the drivers and there's sound coming out of all of them, so I don't know. But I can tell you that any speaker that can last 33 years has got to be a keeper. I'm considering replacing the tweeters and the crossovers as they are the only parts I would think would be in question. The surrounds on the midrange speakers still looks new. I've also purchased the T-50's, T30 and this morning a set of S15's. I'm a Polk fan, one day I could switch over to Klipsch, if I didn't have so much tied up with Polk.

    • @michaelvanbuskirk8845
      @michaelvanbuskirk8845 Рік тому

      I agree. I have a pair of Polk SDA2B's that I bought in 1988 and they still sound fantastic.

    • @jumpercable20
      @jumpercable20 Рік тому +1

      @@michaelvanbuskirk8845 I just found that a thousand dollars in 1988 would be 2300.00 today in today's dollars, go figure.

  • @MrWeboFrito
    @MrWeboFrito Рік тому

    Polk S15 vs Pioneer BS22... which one would you pick?

  • @josaphcj7199
    @josaphcj7199 3 роки тому +1

    Polk s15 vs q acoustics 3020i vs jbl a120 vs dali spektor 1

  • @davidmj54
    @davidmj54 Рік тому

    Can you let me know if there is a machine screw in the bottom for mounting on a stand or tripod?

  • @spartansfan1026
    @spartansfan1026 3 роки тому +1

    For the 1/2-off sale price they've been running, these have been excellent speakers. Got a pair for my bedroom stereo and a friend bought a pair to start his hi-fi adventure.

  • @weaselpopper
    @weaselpopper 4 роки тому +1

    You don`t have to pry the plugs out just unscrew the terminal and they pop out.

  • @milespalmer9137
    @milespalmer9137 4 роки тому +1

    Classic. Love the review Sean, I just bought some Polk's (RTi A3's) for all the reasons you said one buy's entry level Polk's. Thanks!

  • @stevekastner2825
    @stevekastner2825 4 роки тому +1

    Sony sucks

  • @humanbass
    @humanbass 6 років тому +8

    I just realized you look like a rounded face version of Adam Sandler.

  • @Turtleback8024
    @Turtleback8024 5 років тому +1

    You've got yourself a new Subscriber here! I'm upgrading from a 2003 Sony 5.1 System to a Onkyo TX-NR686 - S55's Polk Audio setup with the exact same S15's as my rear speakers, and the S35 centre. You just got me excited with this review!!! I can't wait!👌

    • @johnfiv842
      @johnfiv842 5 років тому

      i just bought s55 with the s35 as my center and the s20s as my rear they sound amazing with movies if your buying them for home theater i would go with the s20 they are worth the extra money. they provide alot more bass and can reach much lower hrz.

  • @pjo1964
    @pjo1964 4 роки тому +2

    I just want to know whats with the sheep? 😮

  • @elcinesed1629
    @elcinesed1629 3 роки тому +1

    Would you recommend using it as a rear speaker?

    • @rustyjust
      @rustyjust 3 роки тому

      I'd like to know also. Need to add to my new Kef 950's

  • @codychavarria6088
    @codychavarria6088 3 роки тому +1

    Can you mound these on the wall I want to use him for my surround sides my listening area is a couch against the wall

  • @sunsetsam33
    @sunsetsam33 2 роки тому +1

    If only they sounded as good as they look. Wish I could recommend them for music listening, but they're very uneven. Sometimes sound pretty good, but on other pieces the flaws really stand out. Can be sweet in the treble, but also can be oddly harsh. Mids and bass can be good, but sometimes too much of both. Tried with Audyssey and without, neither is consistently balanced. Imaging is ok but not great. I use them just for the side fill with movies and sports, and they're fine for that, and a good value. But if you want mains for music give these a pass.

  • @aecuadra
    @aecuadra 2 роки тому

    Where can I find the speaker stands you have on them?

  • @thesixthgeneration6573
    @thesixthgeneration6573 6 років тому +2

    Articulate and knowledgeable. Good review. Any opinions on Dali Zensor 1?

    • @ZeroFidelity
      @ZeroFidelity  6 років тому +3

      Hey Simon. My very first review on this channel as on the Zensor 1. Check it out if you have the time and patience. The nutshell summary is this: The Zensor 1 has an extremely quick, light, and agile sound. On the right gear and music, they sound killer for the money! That said, I think the larger Zensor 3's have a fuller (albeit slower) sound that more people will enjoy.

    • @thesixthgeneration6573
      @thesixthgeneration6573 6 років тому

      Zero Fidelity. Thank you.

  • @weeooh1
    @weeooh1 5 років тому +2

    Great review. Have these as computer speakers and quite happy with them.

  • @scottlowell493
    @scottlowell493 6 років тому +1

    Klipsch are good for HT, but horrible for nearfield. They aren't dimensional and the horns are harsh unless you are at least 6-8ft back.

    • @ZeroFidelity
      @ZeroFidelity  6 років тому

      I'd have to listen to their latest products to gauge how they perform in a desktop/nearfield environment. As a whole, I do agree that you usually need to put a little bit of space between yourself and a horn speaker in order to really get the best listening experience. Who knows. Perhaps Klipsch will one day send something my way.. :)

    • @scottielambert9312
      @scottielambert9312 5 років тому

      I guess, but when are you not 6 to 8 away? I usually opt for cans if I'm that close. No criticism, just curious.

  • @alfa7108
    @alfa7108 4 роки тому +2

    Polk audio sound is awesome.

  • @CaptianBigums
    @CaptianBigums Рік тому

    Where did you get the stands! They look great

  • @daijoubu4529
    @daijoubu4529 4 роки тому +1

    You should switch to a less wide angle lens, or zoom in a bit, you look distorted lol

  • @StringerNews1
    @StringerNews1 6 років тому +1

    Looks like these might be just the thing for the guest bedroom. Those with one of my old Hafler amps driving them should be complimentary. I kinda like the idea of wall mounting them, but don't quite trust that plastic thingie. (As an aside, in the UK, being chuffed is a Good Thing.) I have floor stands, but it's a pain to pull them up to vacuum.

    • @ZeroFidelity
      @ZeroFidelity  6 років тому

      The plastic thingy is quite thick! Still, I can relate to your cautiousness. If you do move forward with em', hopefully you'll be all nice and chuffed. :)

    • @StringerNews1
      @StringerNews1 6 років тому

      Thanks, I want my house guests to be well chuffed! ;)

  • @RoccoXYZ1
    @RoccoXYZ1 Рік тому

    Long before you were born, the Polk 10's were the speakers that let me say goodby to my beloved AR3a's. Their base wasn't as deep but their clarity blew my ming. But that was long ago and far away.. I just bought the HS20's for a set up in the country. Original impressions are fine, I'm breaking then in. But those AR3a's are dearly missed. Of course I've spent a fortune on audio and have had many great speakers. Right now my Vandersteens rule the coop. Take care and tante belle cose.

  • @cinqo7
    @cinqo7 5 років тому

    Excelent review! Do you think the Polk S20 should sound as good as the S15? I would like more bass and I think the S20 would provided it. Another question: Do you think the bigger Polk S60 should IMAGE as well as the S15 being a larger speaker? Thank you!

  • @vipinsuriya007
    @vipinsuriya007 3 роки тому

    I am confused between Polk s15 ,q aucoustics 3020i and elac debut2 b5.2 for my 5.1 setup for my room size 15x16.i will also buy the matching centre from same brand . Please reply because I can’t audition where I live.
    Also my avr would be denon x1600h and my movie : music ratio is 70 : 30.
    Thank you in advance .
    Ps: I am going to buy denon x1600h as my avr .

  • @YoungOldDude
    @YoungOldDude 3 роки тому

    My 'gateway drug' was the original (OG) LSi series (like 17 years ago) auditioned the LSi7's, LSi9's, LSi25's (much to the dismay of that poor Manager of my local Tweeter Audio Store)... Ultimately, ended up with the LSi15's... Still rockin the LSi15's... Still hold up 17 years later. Don't get me wrong, still bought other speakers/equipment over the years... Gotta say tho, this new Reserve line from Polk, is to me the new modern day equivalent to the OG LSi Series.

  • @Applause1982
    @Applause1982 2 роки тому

    Should I get these or the Kanto YU Passive 6? Almost same price.
    I primarily listen to rock and like a detailed bottom. Not boomy but detailed. I have a sub I will pair them with.

  • @dakotapiner5389
    @dakotapiner5389 5 років тому +5

    So I bought these a few weeks ago and I've been getting some massive headaches. The setup I had before was some tiny htib speakers that were laying around. Those never gave me fatigue like these do. I've also tried hanging blankets on the back wall to see if it was a reflection problem, and that seems to have helped. Might try returning these and grab the ELAC B6s and see how those do.

  • @luukdebeijer5062
    @luukdebeijer5062 3 роки тому

    what do you think i should get for my tv?
    polk s10 with a subwoofer (psw10)
    or just the T50's?

  • @cybergod77
    @cybergod77 4 роки тому +1

    does the LSiM703 sound better?

  • @JF-em6hr
    @JF-em6hr 5 років тому +1

    Can you please recommend the most accurate sound for the money, at this size(bookshelf) and price range($230)?

    • @enajarro21
      @enajarro21 5 років тому

      Jack Flank I like Anwser as well

    • @stephencosta6814
      @stephencosta6814 4 роки тому

      Probably the wharfedale diamond 225

  • @marianochvro
    @marianochvro 2 роки тому

    How do these pair with a NAD C 316? Which btw I just bought after watching your review 👍🏻

  • @randomtube8226
    @randomtube8226 6 років тому +8

    I find that the S20s are even more fun.