Problem with Polk RT55i's
SimplyOrange
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in Speakers
Hello there, I'm new to this forum and the world of Polk audio.
I purchased a pair of RT55i's (including a center channel) recently in a thrift for about $110. They sound fantastic hooked up just as a two channel system with my vintage Sansui 9090DB receiver. Though they sound nice, I'm a bit concerned about something.
When I purchased them, I noticed electrical tape surrounded the edges. Since these things looked brand new and even included a manual and stick-on rubber feet, I assumed this was a normal feature right from the factory.
The other day, I noticed the tape peeling to expose a light wood on the front, while the back on the other hand, has a black finish. Also, the front veneer seems to be popping up there a bit and looks like it could chip easily.
My question would be: is this normal? Is this model supposed to be designed like this or did somebody try to cover something up? It's not a big deal really, just curious as it's aesthetically unpleasing and might be a red flag that someone tried to possibly cover something up.
Help would be much appreciated!
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I purchased a pair of RT55i's (including a center channel) recently in a thrift for about $110. They sound fantastic hooked up just as a two channel system with my vintage Sansui 9090DB receiver. Though they sound nice, I'm a bit concerned about something.
When I purchased them, I noticed electrical tape surrounded the edges. Since these things looked brand new and even included a manual and stick-on rubber feet, I assumed this was a normal feature right from the factory.
The other day, I noticed the tape peeling to expose a light wood on the front, while the back on the other hand, has a black finish. Also, the front veneer seems to be popping up there a bit and looks like it could chip easily.
My question would be: is this normal? Is this model supposed to be designed like this or did somebody try to cover something up? It's not a big deal really, just curious as it's aesthetically unpleasing and might be a red flag that someone tried to possibly cover something up.
Help would be much appreciated!
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just the veneer on the front part of the speaker delaminating, it may have electrical tape to hide it but its not uncommon on these speakers to have this after years in the sun and heat breaking down the glue and veneer. The cabinet itself is pressed better veneer wise as it doesnt go around the corner that the front does.
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did somebody try to cover something up?
Yep, the fact that it's got delamination issues as brody05 noted.Political Correctness'.........defined
"A doctrine fostered by a delusional, illogical minority and rabidly promoted by an unscrupulous mainstream media, which holds forth the proposition that it is entirely possible to pick up a t-u-r-d by the clean end."
President of Club Polk -
I appreciate the information. Would it be good to remove the tape or best keep it on?
Maybe I could paint over it.
