Polk Signature Series Official Discussion
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Forgive me Cathy but that statement doesn't make a whole lot of sense. No matter where the volume knob is you can hear all the details? lol. Well, ok, but, if it's all the way down, you're not going to hear much of anything, no matter how many watts the amp puts out! Even at low volumes, really low volumes, you're not hearing all the details. IMO, there's a certain point where everything "clicks." It doesn't have to be LOUD for that to happen with every setup Cathy, but it does have to be audible. I can hear all the details, at modest listening levels, just fine with only 125 wpc in my setup. I guess I'm just lucky?I like having lots of power because it doesn't matter where the volume knob is, I am able to hear all the details of the music. ESPECIALLY at lower volume. That was the biggest surprise I got when I got the Parasound 1500A. I want my speakers to have all the power they need to operate to their full potential at all times, lots of power ensures this.
Well, Cathy, variety is the spice of life! I wouldn't be where I am now if I had stayed where I was. The point is, I'm very happy that I experimented with a lot of different gear over the years. Through trial & error, I found the sound I love and enjoy.I personally don't assume that everyone wants to experiment with every piece of gear that exists, that way could possibly lead to hoarder syndrome, bankruptcy or divorce court.
There are no guarantees with anything in life Cathy. Everything is a chance. All of those Dynaudio speakers I had sold. The initial listing was placed in the summer and that's a tough time to sell audio gear. Just because they didn't sell here doesn't mean they didn't move elsewhere. I just like to give the Polk family first shot at the gear before I list it elsewhere.There is no guarantee, that you will be able to recoup what you paid out on the gear, hell there isn't any guarantee that you will be able to sell it at all! Just look at that nice pair of Dynaudio's that have been sitting in the FM!
That's what a lot of people on other audio forums like to do as well Cathy. They look at the specifications, read reviews, ask other people that own the gear they're interested in and sometimes that works out but sometimes it doesn't. Heck, I was all jazzed about the ELAC UB5, UC5, & UF5 speakers when they first came out. I sold off a set of speakers that I was pretty happy with based on the promise of the ELAC speakers superiority thanks to the magic introduced to this "budget" line by the legendary designer Andrew Jones. I even went to the AXPONA 2016 exposition in Rosemont Illinois to hear them for myself. I met and spoke with Mr. Jones extensively about these speakers and, after hearing them, I was convinced I was on the right path so I preordered the ELAC UF5 floor standing speakers & the UC5 center channel.I believe in doing it once with extensive research, doing it right the first time around, even if it cost a bit more up front, then sitting back and enjoying it for years to come.
When the speakers arrived, I could not have been more disappointed. The ELAC speakers simply did not work in my room. I could not replicate the sound I heard at the exhibition and all the reviews online were RAVING about these speakers.
I got lucky and I was able to purchase another set of the speakers I sold off to buy the ELAC speakers locally so I made out. The point here is that I learned how important a factor the listening environment is in the sound you hear. Previously, nothing had this big of an impact on my setup before. I know I'm not alone in this as @Clipdat just went through the same thing with the Monitor Audio Bronze bookshelf speakers. Rave reviews online with a lot of people backing them up on the forums. They simply didn't work in Clipdat's room. No amount of research is going to tell you exactly how some piece of gear or pair of speakers is going to sound in your room, on your gear/with your gear until it actually gets placed into that setup.
Maybe you see it as practicality Cathy but I don't agree with you nor do I see experimentation as impractical. If you take no risks, you get no rewards. Playing it safe is fine for some people and it seems to work well for you. I'm not going to try and tell you how to approach this hobby. That's your decision. However, playing it safe isn't for everybody Cathy. I don't assume that everyone wants to experiment with different gear but I'm not going to discourage it. I also don't assume that experimenting with gear will lead to hoarding/hoarder syndrome (is that actually in the DSM Cathy?). I don't assume that experimenting with different gear will lead to bankruptcy, do you? One can live within one's means and still experiment Cathy. It is possible to budget for the things you enjoy doing, is it not? Finally, I would not assume that experimenting with different gear would lead to divorce Cathy. I would think that other issues in a relationship exist to go that route as I've never heard of someone getting divorced solely due to a spouse experimenting with different....gear. Experimenting with drugs, alcohol, or experimenting with other partners, yes. IF you are referring to the financial burdens placed on a couple's finances because of secret spending by one partner without disclosing it to their partner, I would say that is a trust issue between the people involved in the relationship and not specifically tied to the audio hobby.But that's just me, I like interjecting a bit of practicality into this crazy hobby.
But that's just me, I like to interject a bit of experimentation into this wonderful hobby.
Audio: Polk S15 * Polk S35 * Polk S10 * SVS SB-1000 Pro
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You said "Cathy" 10 times in that post.
Also for the record, I don't think the MA B2s were awful only in my listening room, I think they're just awful period.
But that's just me, I like to interject a bit of experimentation into this wonderful hobby.
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You said "Cathy" 10 times in that post.
Yes, I did.
@Clipdat - That's one of my points in the post above. Those Monitor Audio bookshelf speakers are receiving rave reviews from many people, including What Hi-Fi?, Amazon, & Crutchfield. There's also a mention of them in the Monitor Audio dedicated thread at the avsforum:Monitor Audio's Bronze range is back with a bang - the new Bronze 2s are stunning standmounters.
This latest generation of Bronze 2 is arguably the best yet. This is a truly complete speaker for the money.
5stars at WhatHifi review!!!
http://www.whathifi.com/monitor-audio/bronze-2/review
They really sounded good for the price when i had a sit down with these little monsters. I have the new Center with new Bronze 1 at rear and BX5 front. Yes Silver line is better with music, but with movies the difference isn`t that big. If you think the price jump, no thanks! Better spent that money to good sub. Highly recommended for movie guys! You really don`t have to buy zillion costing speakers to enjoy movies nowadays. Very nice job Monitor Audio!
How can that be if they truly are awful? I'm not saying you're wrong but one has to wonder how and why other people are finding those speakers to be so engaging.Audio: Polk S15 * Polk S35 * Polk S10 * SVS SB-1000 Pro
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Yeah, how can that be? Did I get a dud pair or something? Were mine built on a Monday instead of a Friday? Makes you wonder...
Oh well, but maybe my experience with them just shows that I'm very much a Polk Audio guy and not so much a Monitor Audio guy.
Wouldn't have been able to figure that out without experimenting. Thanks Victor for your help along my audio journey, you're a true asset to this forum.How can that be if they truly are awful? I'm not saying you're wrong but one has to wonder how and why other people are finding those speakers to be so engaging.
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Pro-ject 2 Experience SB, OPPO BDP-103, Marantz SR5011, Lounge LCR MKIII, McCormack DNA-HT5, Polk LSiM705, Polk LSiM706C, Polk LSiM702, SVS SB16-Ultra
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That is a DARN good price. That a legit site? -
Cigar_Maverick wrote: »
That is a DARN good price. That a legit site?
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That's where I picked up my receiver, no issues so far. I was planning on standing pat for a while, but if this deal is still around in a couple months when my finances loosen up some I might have to pull the trigger. Under $500 for a pair, delivered? WowPro-ject 2 Experience SB, OPPO BDP-103, Marantz SR5011, Lounge LCR MKIII, McCormack DNA-HT5, Polk LSiM705, Polk LSiM706C, Polk LSiM702, SVS SB16-Ultra
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Well I am in Canada and paid 798 Canadian for my pair of S60 and free delivery from an electronics store here in Canada. I think for the price you can get these speakers for it is a no brainer. Polk has done a great job with these speakers as far as I am concerned
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Who here has s15s on speaker stands and what stand thanks
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Hi Ct,Who here has s15s on speaker stands and what stand thanks
Not sure what your budget is but I'm using cheap Sanus stands. They look cheap up close, but ok for the price. $50
I will probably upgrade to better ones at one point but for now they're ok.
IF you can spend more there are much better options also depending on the height you want. Mine are 31".
Also I use Bluetack to keep them in place . I wouldn't even consider not using Bluetack.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00006JQ5O/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001FGLX72/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
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Hi Ct,Who here has s15s on speaker stands and what stand thanks
Not sure what your budget is but I'm using cheap Sanus stands. They look cheap up close, but ok for the price. $50
I will probably upgrade to better ones at one point but for now they're ok.
IF you can spend more there are much better options also depending on the height you want. Mine are 31".
Also I use Bluetack to keep them in place . I wouldn't even consider not using Bluetack.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00006JQ5O/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001FGLX72/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
They say the top plate is only 5x5 that seems pretty small.. Price is ok and height is good tho.. -
Who here has s15s on speaker stands and what stand thanks
I used my S15s with the TransDeco Speaker Stands, 32-Inch and they work brilliantly together. I've moved on from the bookies but still have the stands and I'd be willing to let them go as I'll have no use for them when we move.
Audio: Polk S15 * Polk S35 * Polk S10 * SVS SB-1000 Pro
HT: Samsung QN90B * Marantz NR1510 * Panasonic DMP-BDT220 * Roku Ultra LT * APC H10 -
Who here has s15s on speaker stands and what stand thanks
I used my S15s with the TransDeco Speaker Stands, 32-Inch and they work brilliantly together. I've moved on from the bookies but still have the stands and I'd be willing to let them go as I'll have no use for them when we move.
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If anyone is interested in the s55s they are onky 162 each right now on Amazon.. That's cheap!Post edited by [Deleted User] on
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I would love to get a pair of S55 in here to compare with the Q Acoustic floor standers.
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Not sure if it's a screw up on their end or what..
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What does anyone think of getting some s60s for the front and moving my 55s to the rear?
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Others, have had towers in front and back and seem to like it, try it and see. However, if you don't like it, make sure you have somewhere else where you can hook up the second pair of towers.Marantz AV-7705 PrePro, Classé 5 channel 200wpc Amp, Oppo 103 BluRay, Rotel RCD-1072 CDP, Sony XBR-49X800E TV, Polk S60 Main Speakers, Polk ES30 Center Channel, Polk S15 Surround Speakers SVS SB12-NSD x2
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I'm really wondering how different they are gs the 55s if it's worth it.. Or if they would need more power.. I don't use a amp
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Try it and let us know
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I prolly won't be trying it.. My room is only 10x10 with short ceilings.. I'm sure I wouldn't benefit much
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What does anyone think of getting some s60s for the front and moving my 55s to the rear?
in a 10 by 10 room ? overkill....HT SYSTEM-
Sony 850c 4k
Pioneer elite vhx 21
Sony 4k BRP
SVS SB-2000
Polk Sig. 20's
Polk FX500 surrounds
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Wireworld eclipse 7 ic's
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Exactly why I chose not to get em.. Mine sound great -
Relocated my s10s from str8 overhead to angled at me and think they sound better.. -
@VoodooGTS asked me for a wall mounted shot of the S15 in a PM. I don't have one of those in our archive but I thought I'd share this wall mount shot of a Signature S10.
I have my front stage polk audio s20's, polk audio s35, and klipsch r-10sw sub. I now have four of the polk audio s10 to place as rear surrounds and side surrounds.
Can you tell me what mount was used?
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Mostly likely hung using the keyhole slot which is integrated into the power port.
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newsseriesowner wrote: »@VoodooGTS asked me for a wall mounted shot of the S15 in a PM. I don't have one of those in our archive but I thought I'd share this wall mount shot of a Signature S10.
I have my front stage polk audio s20's, polk audio s35, and klipsch r-10sw sub. I now have four of the polk audio s10 to place as rear surrounds and side surrounds.
Can you tell me what mount was used?
I would like my wall surrounds to have this same clean look with virtually no wall gap.
You they have the built in hole.. I used it on my 10s but I wouldn't think about it with 15 or 20s. -
Do the S20 have a keyhole mount built into the back? I thought they did not.You they have the built in hole.. I used it on my 10s but I wouldn't think about it with 15 or 20s.
Audio: Polk S15 * Polk S35 * Polk S10 * SVS SB-1000 Pro
HT: Samsung QN90B * Marantz NR1510 * Panasonic DMP-BDT220 * Roku Ultra LT * APC H10 -
Not sure about the 20s don't have then.. They are ridiculously huge..i wouldn't use them for rears.. Mains they would be good
